Speaker: Dr. Ryan EBARDO, De La Salle University, The Philippines
Moderator: Dr. Jayakrishnan MAHATHIL, IIT Madras, India
Curated by: APSCE Practice-Driven Research, Teacher Professional Development, Policy of ICT in Education (PTP) SIG

Date: 21 May 2024 (Tuesday)
Time: 14:00-15:00 (UTC+8)


Abstract
Digital platforms where communities of learners create and consume information are a rich resource from which insights can inform pedagogical reforms. In this talk, I will briefly discuss Internet ethnography as applied in educational settings by dissecting selected works in the Asia-Pacific context. By examining the motivations and justifications of prior research using this methodology, I highlight its strength in portraying sociocultural norms and practices in digital spaces where learners interact. I conclude my talk by sharing my experiences, techniques, and strategies in using Internet ethnography from past and present research projects.

Biodata
Dr. Ryan Ebardo is an Assistant Professor at De La Salle University. His research explores the intricate connections between technology and various social processes, including education and healthcare. He has conducted extensive work using Internet ethnography, examining underinvestigated populations such as older adults, informal learners, and the LGBTQIA+ communities. His recent publications have appeared in reputable journals such as Research and Practice in Technology Enhanced Learning, the Journal of Innovation Management, and Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine. Additionally, Dr. Ebardo serves as the Chair of the Development of ICT for Asia-Pacific (DICTAP) SIG at APSCE.