In the context of the digital era and the consequences of Covid-19, digital transformation has created a major turning point in the current education and training industry. The application of digital technology in education has opened up a connected learning environment. So what is educational digital transformation? Why is digital transformation a new opportunity for the future education industry? Join NLT Group to learn and explore through the article below!
What is digital transformation in education?
Digital transformation in education (also known as digitalization of education) is the process of using digital technology to improve the quality and effectiveness of education. It includes using digital technologies such as computers, tablets, smartphones, websites, learning software and multimedia content to increase interactivity, convenience and efficiency in transmitting knowledge. knowledge and skills for students and students.
In addition, digital transformation also allows collecting, analyzing and using educational data to improve educational management and make smart decisions.
Current status of digital transformation in the field of education in Vietnam
Vietnam's education market has had many strong changes since the two years of the epidemic in 2020 and 2021, especially the e-learning market with types of content such as online courses, eBooks, websites... According to Globenewswire 's report estimates that by 2026, the market value of e-learning worldwide will be $458 billion.
However, the current situation of digital transformation in education and training at universities and junior high schools still faces a number of challenges and limitations. Some schools and teachers still do not have enough skills and awareness to use digital technology in teaching and learning. Additionally, not all students and pupils have access to digital devices and services.
In addition, the construction of network and cloud computing infrastructure has not been fully invested and developed to meet the needs of schools. In summary, the digital transformation process in the field of education is being implemented and developing strongly, but it is necessary to improve the learning and training process, and meet the needs of using digital devices. students and pupils.
5 benefits of digital transformation in education
Recent research has revealed some digital transformation trends in major universities around the world, as well as the impacts universities can have:
- By combining online and in-person training, you can expand your target audience and increase enrollment while reducing costs and improving training quality.
- Collect and analyze big data from learners to identify factors that affect learning outcomes, thereby changing policies, teaching methods, and assessment methods to improve training quality. Create and meet the increasing needs of learners and society.
- Use the application network to connect directly/online with businesses/employers to train necessary knowledge and skills, helping learners to go to work immediately after graduation.
- The use of augmented reality encourages the creation of interactive learning environments, which improves the learning experience for students.
- Using artificial intelligence to personalize the learning process, as well as support improving the effectiveness of teaching, management, tutoring...
4 challenges when digital transformation in education
Although digital transformation brings many great benefits not only to education but also to other aspects of the profession, this process still faces many obstacles. Below are 4 common problems that educational organizations must solve when embarking on educational digital transformation:
- Initial investment costs: To comprehensively deploy a digital transformation system in education, educational organizations need to invest quite a large amount of resources in facilities and training programs, however, Educational institutions with limited budgets are concerned about this issue.
- Lack of necessary skills: During the digital transformation process, there needs to be a systematic training program to support teachers in adapting and applying technology to the teaching process. This must be an obstacle for older teachers who are used to traditional teaching methods.
- Data security issue: Digital data platforms such as blockchain, cloud computing, etc. will be applied in teaching database management, however it also has potential vulnerabilities. security and cyber attacks.
- Not ready to change Converting from traditional education to digital education requires a change in thinking and teaching methods of all staff, which will increase the pressure and change of teachers. person in charge of education as well as students.
The practicality of digital transformation in education
After the Covid-19 epidemic, along with the trend of developing integration, digital transformation is a prerequisite for schools in particular and the education sector in general to realize its importance and practicality and should be applied. widely used in the future.
Although Vietnam is only in the beginning stages, with support from technology and the Government's promotion of digital transformation in education nationwide, the 4 challenging problems above will surely will be solved.
Summary
Through the article on "Future trends in digital transformation of education", readers will surely see the great value that digital transformation brings to the field of education along with reminding us of the importance of digital transformation. change and adapt in the current digital era.
NLT Group compiled