Development Challenges of a Full Integrated App in Higher Education

Abstract

A recent development in Higher Education reflects a growing use of digital systems and services. Younger students tend to adapt in a quicker manner than their predecessors and app use has not been an exception. This chapter's tried to reflect upon the paradigm shift in the field of HE associated with the introduction of apps like learning and health promoting apps, with particular focus on mHealth and biofeedback. The newer trend of gamification is also considered as a potential tool for increased motivation and engagement. The authors consider that the development of a coherent solution, based on a multidisciplinary approach for the promotion of students' educational success and well-being would be a worthwhile investment, leading to an innovative, integrated multidisciplinary app that might act as a promoter of HE student's adaptation, success and wellbeing.

Validación del Inventario de Fobia y Ansiedad Social- Forma Breve para universitarios argentinos

“…Más tarde, Russell y Shaw (2009) en su estudio de prevalencia indicaron que el 10% de los estudiantes universitarios encuestados reportaron padecer ansiedad social moderada a severa. Estos resultados son coincidentes con estudios posteriores Pereira, Moreira, Chaló, Sancho, Varela & Oliveira, 2016) los cuales también encontraron que la mayoría de los estudiantes universitarios han experimentado síntomas de ansiedad social en su transcurso por la vida académica.…”