Samuel Yigzaw

As a member of the Technologies for Learning and Development research group at the School of Computing, my PhD research focused on developing a Technology-Enhanced Knowledge Management Model tailored for Higher Education and Research in Developing Countries. Through a case study within the UbuntuNet Alliance Research and Education Network across Eastern and Southern Africa, I aimed to address the unique needs and opportunities for collaborative learning and research in this region.

My research interests are centered on designing technology-driven collaboration platforms that support research and learning in higher education within developing countries, by also addressing challenges that extend beyond technical tools to include local contextual factors. Moreover, I am deeply interested in promoting the use of educational technologies in stimulating teaching and learning in higher education.

Throughout my PhD, I was actively involved in teaching assistance and various research projects. The later included contributions to the Vauhtia Uralle project, aimed at supporting flexible skill development pathways for young graduates, as well as the Erasmus+ project TRUE – Transparency of Learning Outcomes through Blockchain Technology, a consortium effort involving eight academic and industry partners across Europe.

Currently, I teach courses in robotics, introduction to blockchain, and information systems, while also engaging in ongoing research initiatives at the School of Computing.