E-LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES AND MANAGEMENT
The research group “E-learning Technologies and Management” focuses on the development, implementation, and optimization of digital learning platforms and management systems to enhance educational accessibility, efficiency, and engagement.
This group explores the integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, data analytics, and interactive tools to create personalized, adaptive learning environments. Key areas of study include the effectiveness of e-learning systems, digital pedagogy, and the management of online education programs. The research aims to address challenges in the digital transformation of education and provide innovative solutions for learners, educators, and institutions globally. Through cutting-edge projects, the group seeks to advance the quality and inclusivity of digital education.
This research direction is closely aligned with SDG 4 “Quality Education”, it also supports SDG 9 “Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure”.
RESEARCH TEAM
Research coordinator: Dr. Jelena Titko, Professor, Vice-Rector for Science and International Cooperation, EKA University of Applied Sciences; Researcher, The Institute of Economics, Latvian Academy of Sciences; Deputy Chairperson of the Association of Latvian Economists (Latvia).
J. Titko is an expert of the Latvian Council of Science in the field of Economics and Entrepreneurship and Education management; expert of the Lithuanian Research Council; the author of more than 70 scientific papers in the field of economics, business, management and education; Member of the Scientific committee of the European Marketing and Management Association (EUMMAS).
She is an Editor-in-Chief of the journal “Economics and Culture” and a member of a scientific board of the journals "Business, Management and Economics Engineering", “Marketing and Management of Innovations”, “Scientia et Societas”, “Socio-Economic and Humanities Studies”, “SocioEconomic Challenges”, and “Business Ethics and Leadership”.
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1333-0941
E-mail: jelena.titko@eka.edu.lv
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CONFORMITY WITH THE OBJECTIVES SET OUT IN THE NATIONAL+ STRATEGIC DOCUMENTS
- National Development Plan - NAP2027. Priority “Quality Living Environment and Regional Development”, Direction: Technological Environment and Services. https://www.pkc.gov.lv/sites/default/files/inline-files/NAP2027__ENG_2.pdf
- Technology and innovation development policy 2021-2027. https://polsis.mk.gov.lv/documents/7053
- LR CM “On the Education Development Guidelines 2021-2027.” https://likumi.lv/ta/id/324332-par-izglitibas-attistibas-pamatnostadnem-20212027-gadam
- Latvian ME “Science, technology development and innovation guidelines for 2021-2027” 2nd sub-goal. Increase innovation capacity, social and economic value of knowledge and research https://polsis.mk.gov.lv/documents/7053
- Smart Specialization Strategy (RIS3) for Latvia. The knowledge specialization area “Information and communication technologies (ICT)”. https://www.izm.gov.lv/en/media/3748/download?attachment
OUTCOMES
Research papers:
- Ravšelj, D., Keržič, D., Tomaževič, N., Umek, L., Brezovar, N., …Titko, J., … & Aristovnik, A. (2025). Higher education students’ perceptions of ChatGPT: A global study of early reactions. PLoS ONE, 20(2), e0315011. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0315011 SCOPUS Q1
- Titko, J., Steinbergs, K., Achieng, M., Uzule, K. (2023). Artificial Intelligence for Education and Research: Pilot Study on Perception of Academic Staff. Virtual Economics, 6(3), 7-19. https://doi.org/10.34021/ve.2023.06.03(1) SCOPUS Q2
- Bierne, J., Svirina, A., Titko, J. (2019). E-Learning and E-Teaching Effectiveness: Academic Staff Perception // In: Kabashkin I., Yatskiv (Jackiva) I., Prentkovskis O. (eds) Reliability and Statistics in Transportation and Communication. RelStat 2018. Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems, vol 68, 768-778. Springer, Cham https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-12450-2_74 (SCOPUS)
- Bierne, J., Titko, J., Svirina, A. (2018). Perceived Value of E-teaching: Pilot Study in Latvia // 32nd IBIMA conference, November 15-16, 2018, Seville, Spain. – Conference proceedings, pp. 6988-6998. ISBN 978-0-9998551-1-9 (SCOPUS).
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