EXPLORING THE IMPACT OF EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT ON OPERATIONAL DELIVERY: CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS

Dr. Grace EBOH

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Focusing on the higher education sector in the UK, this paper investigates how the management of educational technology affects operational delivery inside educational institutions.  Examining four case studies, two further education colleges, and two East Midlands universities—this study looks at how operational efficiency is affected by educational technology management practices, points up important issues and their remedies, and assesses the general effect on educational quality.  The results show that using better academic assistance, simplified administrative procedures, and enhanced accessibility for different student populations, efficient educational technology management greatly improves operational delivery.  However, institutions have several difficulties, including limited resources, opposition to reform, and inadequate professional growth.  Through planned professional development programs, successful change management strategies, and cooperative stakeholder involvement, the study suggests a framework for overcoming these obstacles.  By offering practical insights for education managers and legislators trying to maximize technology integration in educational environments, this study adds to the increasing corpus of knowledge on educational technology management.


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