In the global economic landscape, a nation’s ability to secure a prominent position is intricately linked to its capacity for knowledge augmentation and technological innovation. This correlation underscores the pivotal role of universities and academicians, whose importance directly reflects a country’s level of development. The effectual execution of educational, research, and innovative pursuits within university settings necessitates the presence of qualified, productive, and dedicated academicians. As key contributors to academic, social, and humanitarian spheres, academicians bear responsibilities spanning research, teaching, societal enlightenment, and problem solving within higher education. The scholarly productivity of researchers is commonly gauged through metrics involving scientific publications and academic engagements. Notably, in many countries, advancements and appointments within academic institutions are contingent on the demonstrated productivity of academicians. Aligning with this global trend, Turkey accordingly structures its promotion and appointment procedures within academia. This study aims to ascertain faculty members’ perspectives regarding academic productivity after their associate professors’ and professors’ appointments in Turkey. Furthermore, we endeavor to identify the underlying factors contributing to this decline and increase academic productivity. Our findings emphasize the intricate interplay of various factors influencing academic productivity and sustainability. These include the significance of institutional support, economic stability, intrinsic motivation, and challenges such as bureaucratic processes and gender-related issues, which collectively shape the academic landscape and faculty members’ ability to produce impactful research over time. The research study group comprised 20 faculty members working at a public University in Turkey in the 2022–2023 academic year. This study was prepared using a qualitative research model. This study used the interview technique, one of the data collection techniques used in process-based evaluation applications. Furthermore, the obtained data were analyzed using the content analysis technique used in qualitative research methods.

This paper examines the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in school leadership and management. It examines how AI can enhance decision-making, personalize learning experiences, improve digital pedagogy, and increase administrative efficiency. Additionally, the study discusses the challenges and ethical concerns associated with AI integration in educational leadership, such as bias and transparency. To address these issues, the review proposes strategies for implementing AI tools that align with educational goals while promoting equity and accountability. Furthermore, it reviews relevant literature on digital pedagogy, which extends traditional teaching methods into the digital space. A clear understanding of technological possibilities and their practical applications is essential for effectively integrating AI into education.

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.

Bu çalışmanın konusu, dijital pedagojiye ve yükseköğretimdeki önemine kapsamlı bir genel bakış sunmaktır. Dijital pedagoji, öğretme ve öğrenme deneyimlerini geliştirmek için dijital teknolojilerin kullanılmasını içerir. Teknolojinin hayatımızda giderek yaygınlaşmasıyla, akademisyenler eğitimin dijital boyutlarına aşina olmalı ve öğrencilerinin benzersiz ihtiyaçlarını karşılayan pedagojik çözümlere başvurmalıdırlar. Bu çalışma, teoriye dayalı, Bilgi ve İletişim Teknolojileri (BİT) destekli öğretimi planlama ve yürütme ile ilgili tutumlarını, bilgilerini ve becerilerini tutarlı bir şekilde değerlendirmeyi ve geliştirmeyi içeren dijital pedagojik yeterliliğini geliştiren üniversitelerin ve akademisyenlerin önemini vurgulamaktadır. Bu, yalnızca dijital araçlar ve kaynaklar hakkında derinlemesine bir anlayış değil, aynı zamanda dijital pedagojiye dayalı öğrenmeyi teşvik etmek için bunların nasıl etkili bir şekilde kullanılacağına dair bir farkındalık gerektirir. Akademisyenlerin teknolojiyi dijital pedagojik yaklaşımlarla kullanmaları, mevcut eğitim ortamları için hem fırsatlar hem de riskler sunabilir. Dijital çağda sürekli öğrenme ve teknolojinin doğru zamanda doğru yerde kullanımını göz önünde tutulmalıdır. Akademisyenlere, gelişen teknolojiler ve dijital pedagojide en iyi uygulamalar konusunda güncel kalmaları için sürekli mesleki gelişim fırsatları sunulmalıdır. Yükseköğretim örgütleri dijital pedagojiyi kendi öğretme ve öğrenme ortamlarına etkili bir şekilde kullanırsa sonuçta hem akademisyenler hem de öğrenciler için etkili verimli bir eğitim deneyimi gerçekleşir.