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Anthropologic Perspective of ICT in Education: How Society Shapes and Is Shaped by EdTech

Anthropologic Perspective of ICT in Education: How Society Shapes and Is Shaped by EdTech
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Author(s): Wasswa Shafik (Dig Connectivity Research Laboratory (DCRLab), Uganda)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 32
Source title: Value of ICTs in Facilitating Educational Development and Reform
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Faiz Abdelhafid (Al-Istiqlal University, Palestine)and Sameh R. Al-Qubaj (Al-Istiqlal University, Palestine)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-1190-6.ch002

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Abstract

This chapter investigates the anthropologic perspective of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in education by examining how cultural, social, and contextual factors influence the adoption, integration, and impact of digital technologies in learning environments. It explores the intersection of educational technology and human behavior, highlighting the role of local traditions, beliefs, and values in shaping technological practices. Through a multidisciplinary lens grounded in educational anthropology, this chapter critically analyzes how ICT transforms pedagogical methods, teacher-learner relationships, and knowledge dissemination in diverse cultural settings. Emphasis is placed on ethnographic case studies and theoretical frameworks that elucidate the socio-technical dynamics underpinning digital learning. The chapter aims to contribute to a more culturally responsive approach to ICT implementation in education, offering insights for policymakers, educators, and technologists seeking to bridge the gap between innovation and indigenous knowledge systems.

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