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Research Summary: Who Decides? Agency and Legitimacy in Digital Educational Systems
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- arXiv — Computers and Society
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- Aziz Shuaib Ausi
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- 18 September 2026
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- 22 September 2026
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The research introduces a framework for understanding Digital Educational Systems (DES) by categorizing them across two fundamental dimensions: 'agency' and 'legitimacy'. These dimensions reflect how DES structurally conceptualize the learning process and are integrated into their design, impacting how learners acquire skills and knowledge.
Why it matters
Understanding the underlying conceptualization of learning within Digital Educational Systems, particularly through the lenses of agency and legitimacy, is crucial for evaluating their effectiveness and societal impact. This framework provides a basis for strategic decision-making regarding the development, adoption, and regulation of digital learning technologies.
Key insights
- Digital Educational Systems (DES) serve millions globally, offering diverse learning propositions from formal degree conferral to skill acquisition.
- The operational approaches of DES vary significantly, utilizing techniques ranging from sophisticated recommendation models to simple content platforms.
- The core argument is that DES can be effectively categorized by two structural dimensions: agency and legitimacy.
- These dimensions are inherent to both the student model within a DES and the system's design mechanisms.
Source
arXiv — Computers and Society — https://arxiv.org/abs/2609.19939
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