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5 Digital Education Trends to Watch Out For in the COVID-19 Era

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Digital education is a structural practice that is designed to help students while making use of a wide range of technology-based educational strategies. The process includes blending various learning methodologies right from personalized to classroom learning that rely on digital tools from a small to large degree.

People often think that digital education is the same as e-learning and fail to comprehend the concept of the purpose. But in simpler terms, it is meant to enhance the overall education system including learning and teaching. 

Here are the top 5 Digital Education Trends that will make the difference.

 

5 Digital Education Trends in 2020


Customized Learning Programme

Students today expect their training/learning to be more customized to meet the needs of their job profiles. Due to the digital education trend, we can see a shift from creating generic learning programmes to a customized learning programme. This will help the particular faculty members to determine the skills needed for the students and the kind of learning they prefer.

This aids in the discovery of specific areas where the students need improvement. The information gathered to customize the learning programme helps in enhancing skills and knowledge.

Moving from a Traditional Learning Programme

Besides being engaging and interactive, digital education is a far more flexible learning method for students. They can get access to world-class learning material, without any geographical constraints. 

Learning becomes fun and engaging when students get access to both visuals and audio, a drastic shift from the traditional learning methods. Without a doubt, the digital education trend is catching up as the perfect unrivalled alternative to a traditional learning programme. With access to numerous resources, students can now sharpen their skills and become competent and adapt the global competition.

Reformation through the Internet of Things (IoT) 

One of the most impactful digital trends is reformation through the adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT). Mobile technology that includes smartphones, tablets and other connected devices has proven beneficial in improving learning methodologies. Textbooks in a digital format help the students on the go, and also reduce cost, with no storage implications and inconvenience of keeping hard copies. Attached through a common platform, students can broadcast or pass on vital information to other students or faculty members instantly in case of an emergency.

Catching Up with the Masses

Digital education penetration in India, though at a nascent stage, has proven to be beneficial to the general populace. As the demand for higher education online courses increases, it will develop and broaden the current climate of digital education trends in India. Also, it will refine the existing professionals working in the education field and develop their skills further, aligning them with the latest digital education trend. 

Technology Catalyzing Growth

Even though our learning methodologies have moved on from traditional to the digital method, there are noticeable learning gaps that exist among students. Abilities like creative thinking, soft skills, and problem-solving techniques are lacking among students. To overcome this challenge, technology is working as a catalyst for the growth of the education industry. With the emergence of new learning solutions, many digital trends are shaping the needs and demands of the students, learning institutions and the overall education industry.

Sources

https://blog.commlabindia.com/
https://www.indiatoday.in/
https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/

 The writer of the article - Richa Singh is a Content Writer at Investronaut.

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