Digitization in education: an analysis of trends, benefits and challenges

Vlad-Valentin Vîrjan
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Vlad-Valentin Vîrjan: Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania

Theoretical and Applied Economics, 2024, vol. XXXI, issue Special, Summer, 159-168

Abstract: Digitization is a complex and dynamic process that brings both opportunities and challenges, but it is essential to balance the use of technology with preserving the benefits of traditional learning to ensure quality and equitable education for all involved in the educational process. Digitization in education is a process of integrating technology into various aspects of both learning and teaching process, process which is wide-ranging and long-lasting and brings with it a number of pros and cons that need to be considered in order to fully understand the implications of this change. Current trends show a rapid increase in the use of technology in education, including the use of mobile devices, online learning platforms and digital collaboration tools. These offer significant opportunities for personalized learning, increased accessibility to education and the development of essential digital skills. The benefits of digitization in education include increased accessibility to educational resources, personalization of learning, increased interactivity, efficiency and time savings, extended collaboration and adaptability to individual student needs and pace. However, challenges such as unequal access to technology and internet, over-reliance on technology and loss of social skills, quality of educational content, and data security concerns require special attention.

Keywords: digitization; education; community; technology; artificial intelligence. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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