Education 5.0 challenges and sustainable development goals in emerging economies: A mixed-method approach

IF 10.1 1区社会学 Q1 SOCIAL ISSUES

Technology in Society Pub Date : 2025-01-09 DOI:10.1016/j.techsoc.2025.102814

Vernika Agarwal , Palak Verma , Giulio Ferrigno

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Abstract

The education sector has experienced transformative shifts with increased integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and Learning Analytics in higher education, notably within universities. This evolution necessitates the integration of Education 5.0 with Industry 5.0, especially in emerging economies like India, where teaching professionals play an essential part in facilitating this transition. Despite the opportunities for skills enhancement, significant obstacles impede the sustainable technological empowerment of academicians. This study recognizes these challenges in the context of Indian higher education and explores solutions to accelerate the acceptance of Education 5.0. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, semi-structured interviews with 14 academicians were conducted, followed by thematic analysis using NVIVO and ranking via the Best-worst Multi-criteria Decision-Making Process (BWM). The research indicates that resolving these challenges can streamline the transition to AI-enabled educational technologies. The study highlights the significance of university management in formulating targeted policies and training programs that minimize these challenges, ultimately enhancing the educational infrastructure and fostering a technologically proficient academic workforce. Theoretically, this research enriches the discourse on technology empowerment in education by mapping the interplay between educational advancements and organizational change, offering an understanding that can be applied to similar contexts globally.

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Technology in Society Multiple-

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17.90

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14.10%

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316

审稿时长

60 days

期刊介绍： Technology in Society is a global journal dedicated to fostering discourse at the crossroads of technological change and the social, economic, business, and philosophical transformation of our world. The journal aims to provide scholarly contributions that empower decision-makers to thoughtfully and intentionally navigate the decisions shaping this dynamic landscape. A common thread across these fields is the role of technology in society, influencing economic, political, and cultural dynamics. Scholarly work in Technology in Society delves into the social forces shaping technological decisions and the societal choices regarding technology use. This encompasses scholarly and theoretical approaches (history and philosophy of science and technology, technology forecasting, economic growth, and policy, ethics), applied approaches (business innovation, technology management, legal and engineering), and developmental perspectives (technology transfer, technology assessment, and economic development). Detailed information about the journal's aims and scope on specific topics can be found in Technology in Society Briefings, accessible via our Special Issues and Article Collections.