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    Academic inbreeding in Kazakhstan
    (Sage Publications Ltd, 2025) Dogan, Miray; Arslan, Hasan; Kashkhynbay, Baizhuman; Baltabayeva, Zhaniyat
    Academic inbreeding, the practice of hiring graduates from within the same institution, persists in Kazakhstan due to cultural norms, institutional practices, and economic factors. While it offers advantages like continuity and familiarity, it also carries risks like intellectual stagnation and excluding external perspectives. This paper explores the complex dynamics of academic inbreeding in Kazakhstan and proposes measures to mitigate its adverse effects. Importantly, these measures are designed to preserve the positive aspects of institutional loyalty and tradition, ensuring that the essence of Kazakh higher education is not lost in the change process. Findings reveal that key strategies include implementing clear legal frameworks, fostering academic mobility, and promoting merit-based recruitment policies. Academic mobility offers a promising avenue for introducing fresh ideas and perspectives, preventing stagnation, and enhancing the intellectual vitality of academic institutions. A balanced approach that combines internal loyalty with the inclusion of external talent will ensure the long-term sustainability and innovation of Kazakhstan's higher education system. By adopting these strategies, Kazakh universities can foster a more dynamic, diverse, and competitive academic environment.
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    Building bridges: Integrating diversity and equality into educational technology
    (IGI Global, 2024) Dogan, Miray; Konuksever, Demet Deniz; Dost, Irem; Arslan, Hasan
    This book chapter, aimed at Building Bridges: Integrating Diversity and Equality into Educational Technology, delves into the transformative potential of technology in education within the contemporary globalized milieu. It highlights the crucial role of technology in facilitating the efficient storage, processing, and application of information, serving as a pivotal yardstick for assessing a nation's developmental status. Also, the book chapter discusses technology, expanding beyond its physical aspects to encompass intellectual, psychological, legal, design, and pedagogical dimensions. Furthermore, it emphasizes the interrelationship between technologies, human cognition, and societal structures, underscoring the need for educators to harness technology effectively to promote equity and inclusion in diverse educational settings. Overall, the chapter lays the groundwork for an in- depth examination of integrating diversity and equality into educational technology, underscoring their significance in guaranteeing equitable learning opportunities for all students. © 2025 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved.
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    Empowering Academics in the Digital Age: Navigating the Transformation of Higher Education
    (Wiley, 2025) Dogan, Miray; Arslan, Hasan
    This study examines the multifaceted impact of digital transformation on academic staff in higher education, focusing on their lived experiences at a public university in Turkey. As universities increasingly integrate digital technologies into their core operations, this transformation is reshaping teaching, research and administrative practices. Drawing on a qualitative phenomenological approach, the study involved 25 faculty members and examined how digitalization affects academic roles, professional development, workload, motivation and perceptions of institutional policies. The findings reveal that while digital transformation offers opportunities for innovation, flexibility and global collaboration, it also presents significant challenges, including increased workload, administrative burden, digital fatigue and inequities in access and competence. Participants emphasised the importance of acquiring digital competencies, receiving institutional support and being included in decision-making processes regarding technology use. The study highlights the need for inclusive, sustainable and ethically grounded digital strategies in higher education and calls for stronger alignment between institutional policies and the realities experienced by academic staff. These insights contribute to a deeper understanding of how universities can empower faculty to navigate the digital age effectively while fulfilling their social and educational missions.
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    Graduate Student Engagement and Digital Governance in Higher Education
    (Mdpi, 2025) Dogan, Miray; Arslan, Hasan
    This study explores graduate students' perceptions of and experiences with digital governance in higher education, using data from semi-structured interviews with thirty participants. A qualitative research design guided the investigation, addressing six research questions related to the definition, roles, effectiveness, required skills, challenges, and opportunities of digital governance. The findings reveal varying levels of familiarity with digital governance, often linked to concepts of e-government and efficient decision-making. However, many participants lacked a deep understanding of the term. Key roles of digital governance identified include improved data management, enhanced transparency, and increased inclusivity in decision-making processes. The study also highlights significant challenges, such as inadequate infrastructure, inconsistent implementation, and a lack of formal training in digital governance. Despite these barriers, digital governance offers practical benefits, including streamlined administrative processes, better accessibility, and improved research outcomes. Participants emphasized the importance of digital skills education but noted that weak infrastructure and limited curricular integration hinder skill development. Opportunities identified include greater efficiency, expanded access to education, and better support for marginalized groups. The study concludes with recommendations for a holistic approach, combining education reform, infrastructure improvement, and stakeholder collaboration to optimize the benefits of digital governance in higher education. These insights provide valuable guidance for policymakers and educators seeking to enhance digital governance in academic institutions.