Digital competences of teachers in Lebanon: a comparison of teachers’ competences to educational standards

Abstract

The impact of digitalisation on everyday life has necessitated the need for learners to acquire digital competence as part of their education. In order to prepare students to become digital citizens, it has become necessary for teachers to acquire and implement digital competence in the classroom. This study applied the DigCompEdu framework to Lebanese schools and teachers to examine the digital competences of teachers and their alignment with Ministry of Education & Higher Education (MEHE) standards. This study followed a cross-sectional descriptive design and involved 170 in-service teachers in Lebanese schools. This study found that whilst schoolteachers’ practice meets all MEHE indicators, there is a significant need for training to schoolteachers in using digital tools and resources to promote collaboration in the learning process. The findings highlighted the importance of digital competences in schools and the need for ongoing training and support for teachers in this area.

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“…All teachers are required to attend and participate in the in-service training of the school. Furthermore, according to Momdijan et al [31], school teachers must undergo training in using technology and resources to encourage collaboration in teaching-learning instructions. Moreover, according to Dilshad et al [32], all teachers employ continuous professional development, which involves interventions during the year.…”