Digital Resources and Technologies for Improvement of Educational Process in Ukraine
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https://doi.org/10.57125/FED.2024.06.25.01Keywords:
digitalization, educational process, higher education, techniques and strategies, toolsAbstract
The contemporary system of higher education necessitates the application of digital resources and technologies. The aim of the research is to manifest the impact of digitalization on the educational process and to outline their incorporation into teaching practices. The descriptive study was applied that is based on the participants’ behaviors, or perceptions of digital resources and technologies used. The following methods were implemented: surveys; observations; content analysis; semi-structured interviews; and questionnaires. Over 60 recent scientific works were selected to evaluate the problem of using digital resources and technologies for improvement of educational process. The research was conducted among 43 instructors of educational institutions. The findings showed that instructors use digital resources and technologies extensively. On the basis of average calculated index, it was concluded that Google Docs, communication tools, smartphone apps, Learning Management systems, games, presentation software, online assessment, AI tools are most effective. Digital resources and technologies are characterized by a number of advantages oriented towards improvement of the educational process. It was found that digital tools are incorporated through a number of techniques and strategies: demonstration, collaborative learning, problem-based learning, project-based learning, and digital games. Instructors stated that they use interactive lecture, peer learning, and simulation-based learning less frequently. The choice of techniques and strategies depends on the course or lesson, educational objectives, students’ needs, and possible challenges which instructors may face. The study outcomes can be used to elaborate funding decisions, curriculum development or teachers’ professional development for formation of digital skills among academic and pedagogical staff.
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