The Digital Evolution- need to adapt education for a Tech-Savvy Generation

Abstract

Technology and innovation have impacted all industries and education is not exempt from this change. Organizations in different industries are constantly re-inventing their competencies and capabilities based on the technological upgrades that are being introduced into the markets; however, the change in education has not seen a drastic shift as it should. The current generation of scholars are exposed to technology from an early age (Manchanda, & Arora, 2023) and are equipped with tech-savvy devices that they are capable of using efficiently; can education leverage this skill in students to impart knowledge and improve their capabilities. This study aims to understand the gap in digitalization of education and propose various mediums and methods to adapt curriculum to engage students. Recent literature will also be reviewed as part of the study to gather evidence regarding empirical studies that have identified the need for technological adaptations, the benefits derived, and process followed to accomplish the same. There are a multitude of factors that must be considered to transform the education system through digitalization; as it certainly is not a simple process; the need to implement technology, students’ expectations, alignment between course content and technology, instructors’ ability to adapt to the change are some key factors that will impact this digital evolution in education. A vital purpose for conducting the study is also to evaluate the need for the suggested changes in education as current students are the future workforce who must be aware of technology, as it makes them employable in organizations; a digitally enables study environment trains students to utilize their technological skills so they can be transferred to organizations when they graduate and seek job opportunities (Murniarti, Simbolon, Purwoko, Fatmawati, & Hariyanto, 2023).