Trends of Smart Learning Research in Korea

• In Event: KSET - Innovative Learning Environment

Short Description

The purpose of this study is to analyze recent trends of smart learning research in South Korea. With its fast adoption of innovative technologies, South Korea is known as Information Technology Showcase and four in every 5 people in the nation owns a smartphone. The study applied text mining methods to examine the 143 research articles published between 2009 and 2013 by indexed journals in the KERIS(Korea Education and Research Information Service) database. Several research themes and issues related to smart learning were identified, and these themes were further analyzed in terms of productivity by the year, discipline, and types of research. By informing the AECT community about the trends of smart learning research in South Korea, the authors hope to facilitate fruitful discussions of directions for future research across various geographical regions.

Authors

• Ji-Yeon Lee, Inha University

• Ji Hye Kang, Inha university