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ECCES 2025: Reflections from The European Conference on Critical EdTech Studies 2025
Some experiences stay with you—and ECCES, the inaugural European Conference of Critical EdTech Scholarship (“Excess”), was one of them.
Saemi Jung
Nov 54 min read


Emotional Intelligence: Key to Academic Success and Growth
In today's fast-paced world, academic success is not just about grades or test scores. It involves a deeper understanding of oneself and others. This is where emotional intelligence (EI) comes into play. Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage our own emotions while also being aware of the emotions of others. This skill is crucial for students as they navigate their academic journeys. In this blog post, we will explore how emotional intellig
Saemi Jung
Oct 135 min read


Navigating EdTech Challenges: A PhD Researcher's Journey
In the rapidly evolving world of education technology, challenges abound. As a PhD researcher, I have faced many hurdles while exploring this dynamic field. From understanding the latest tools to analyzing their impact on learning, my journey has been both enlightening and demanding. In this blog post, I will share my experiences, insights, and practical tips for navigating the challenges in EdTech. Whether you are a fellow researcher, educator, or simply interested in the fi
Saemi Jung
Oct 134 min read


Understanding Privacy in Technology and Society Today
In our fast-paced digital world, privacy has become a hot topic. With every click, swipe, and share, we leave behind a trail of data. This data can reveal a lot about us, from our shopping habits to our personal beliefs. As technology evolves, so do the challenges surrounding privacy. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of privacy in technology and society today. We will discuss the implications of data collection, the role of legislation, and how individuals ca
Saemi Jung
Oct 133 min read


Exploring the Future of education: Fieldwork Insights on AI Education from the mecca of for-profit private educational institutions in S. Korea
In March, 2025, I embarked on a journey through South Korea to explore its AI education ecosystem. From classrooms to the hub of...
Saemi Jung
Mar 245 min read
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Notes from the Field: A Fieldwork Diary Unraveled [1]
[March 11th 2025] "Notes from the Field: A Dissertation Diary Unraveled [1]" Preparing for fieldwork with essential tools: laptop and...
Saemi Jung
Mar 113 min read


Uncovering the Impact of Educational Technologies: A Dive into Audrey Watters' Teaching Machine
Audrey Watters' book, Teaching Machine , explores how educational technologies have transformed learning over the years. Watters starts...
Saemi Jung
Jan 35 min read
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[Research]"Gig Workers Deserve Better" for ride-hail and food delivery platform workers
"Gig Workers Deserve Better" Research project (April, 2023-August 2023) As a part of the larger research initiative, "UP-BC Precarity...
Saemi Jung
Aug 18, 20238 min read


Declining teachers' rights vs. student rights
Korea roiled by debate over teachers' rights - Teacher's suicide spotlights declining status of profession https://www.koreaherald.com/vi...
Saemi Jung
Jul 24, 20234 min read


Google officially announced that it will suck up all our data. What do we do next?
Yuval Harari said, "AI might destroy our civilization" pointing out that storytelling AIs like chat GPT will "change the course of human...
Saemi Jung
Jul 6, 20232 min read


Emergence of EdTech and where it stands now
Emergence of EdTech and where it stands now Updated: Sep 12, 2022 "Blitzscaling is prioritizing speed over efficiency in the face of...
Saemi Jung
Sep 8, 20222 min read


ReThinking Education - Why we need rigorous, in-depth research on EdTechs in schools
* EdTech, a portmanteau coined from the combined words of education and technology, is a commercially-driven business practice which has...
Saemi Jung
Sep 1, 20225 min read
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