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The methods and it-tools used in higher education assessed in the characteristics and attitude of gen z

Acta Polytechnica Hungarica
Journal · Vol. 18 · Issue 1 · pp. 121-140
Abstract

In the era of digital transformation, some questions occur whether the teaching methods used in higher education are suitable for the students belonging to generation Z or these methods are appropriate enough to make them more attentive or motivated. The diverse methods of information technology have already spread into university education and a pedagogical paradigm shift can be perceived. The latest methodology, like project method, e-learning, BYOD, gamification, MOOC are available in higher education as well; however, it is a question to what extent teachers apply these methods in their teaching process. The new techniques not only make the students more motivated but also enhance them with those sorts of skills that are indispensable to be successful in the field of labor. The research was aimed to find answers about how much engineer students are satisfied with the training they are given in higher education in the 21st Century, what kind of attitude they have towards educational technology. © 2021, Budapest Tech Polytechnical Institution. All rights reserved.

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educational technology Engineering education career development Generation Z learning style and attention Teaching-learning startegies and techniques Up-to-date teaching methodology

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University of Dunaújváros, Dunaujvaros, Fejer County, Hungary
Funding & Acknowledgements
Grant: .6.1-16-2016-00003
This research was supported by EFOP-3.6.1-16-2016-00003 grants, Establishment of long-term R & D & I process at the University of Dunaujvaros.
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