Five of our Learning Technologies PhD students have been accepted to present their research at the AECT 2025 International Convention. This is an incredible opportunity for our students to showcase their work, connect with leaders in the field, and bring fresh insights back to our LT community.

What Is AECT? ?
The Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) is the leading professional organization dedicated to improving instruction with technology. Each year, the AECT International Convention brings together researchers, practitioners, and students to share innovations, network, and explore emerging trends in EdTech. In 2025, AECT will be held October 21–25 in Las Vegas, featuring keynote speakers, poster sessions, workshops, and dozens of concurrent presentations.

Our Student Presentations ?
1. Shreepriya Dogra: Evolving Perspectives on Computing Identity in Undergraduate Education: A Systematic Review of Research Frameworks

2. Seeun (Tina) Jeon: Teachers’ Roles in South Korea’s Digital Textbook Policies: A Content Analysis of Government Documents

3. Luis Lopez & Galyna Arabadzhy: A Systematic Review of Affordances of Generative AI Chatbots in Language Learning: New Findings

4. John Bartucz: Validating Student Perceptions of AI Teaching Assistants: A Mixed-Methods Pilot Study

5. Rebecca Nissen & Dr. Royce Kimmons: Insights Into University Department OER Adoption: Department Chair Perceptions of Open Textbooks and OA Journals

We are proud of our students’ hard work and dedication! Their research spans critical issues, from identity and policy to AI integration and open education, reflecting the breadth and depth of our program!

Please join us in congratulating them on this achievement! Stay tuned for post-conference reflections and highlights, because the real magic happens when our community comes together to learn and grow. ?