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Impact of Educational Technology on Student Well-being: An Australian Perspective King, Ruby; Wilson, Liam; Slama, Fathi Ben
Journal Emerging Technologies in Education Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : Yayasan Pendidikan Islam Daarut Thufulah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jete.v3i1.2109

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Background. The integration of educational technology (EdTech) into Australian classrooms has accelerated over the past decade, especially in response to remote and blended learning demands. While EdTech has enhanced access, flexibility, and engagement in learning, growing concerns have emerged about its potential effects on student well-being.Purpose. This study investigates the multifaceted impact of educational technology on the psychological, emotional, and social well-being of secondary students in Australia. The research aims to assess both the benefits and risks associated with EdTech use, considering variables such as screen time, digital workload, connectivity, and social interaction.Method. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining survey responses from 412 students across five states with in-depth interviews involving educators and school counselors. Results. The findings reveal a dual impact: while many students reported increased autonomy, engagement, and digital literacy, a significant proportion experienced digital fatigue, stress, and reduced peer interaction. The results also underscore the importance of digital balance and school-level support systems in mitigating negative outcomes. Conclusion. The study concludes that educational technology, when implemented thoughtfully and inclusively, can support student well-being—but must be guided by holistic strategies that prioritize mental health and social connection alongside academic goals.
Smart Mosque: An Iot-Based Control System for Managing Energy Consumption and Facility Operations Saptaryani, Titiek Deasy; Amir, Syafiq; Wilson, Liam
Journal of Moeslim Research Technik Vol. 2 No. 6 (2025)
Publisher : Yayasan Adra Karima Hubbi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/technik.v2i6.2716

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Public and religious facilities, like mosques, often suffer from substantial energy waste due to large physical footprints, manual control, and highly intermittent, non-linear occupancy patterns. This chronic inefficiency results in high utility bills, diverting scarce community funds away from core charitable and social welfare missions, underscoring the necessity for advanced, cost-effective automation. This study aims to design and empirically validate the “Smart Mosque Architecture,” an integrated Internet of Things (IoT) system utilizing a novel Dynamic Prayer Time-Based Control Algorithm (DPT-BCA) to proactively optimize energy consumption across lighting and HVAC systems. A quantitative, quasi-experimental time-series analysis was conducted over a six-month experimental period, comparing the system’s performance against a four-month manual control baseline. The custom low-cost system achieved a statistically significant average monthly energy reduction of 30.0% (p < 0.001), driven primarily by a 47.4% reduction in HVAC runtime. Financial analysis confirmed the system’s economic viability, yielding a simple Return on Investment (ROI) in just eighteen months. The Smart Mosque Architecture is a robust and superior predictive control solution for religious facilities. The DPT-BCA successfully maximizes energy efficiency and service quality, establishing a scalable, ethical blueprint for sustainable institutional facility management worldwide.