Effects of Digitalization on Labour Markets : Digital Education

Abstract

Digital transformation has brought about changes in the skills and competency levels needed in labor markets. This trend has been further spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the need for digitization and accelerating its adoption. This study investigated the impact of digitalization on the education labour market. In the research, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 20 people working as educators in the private sector.As a result of the research, similar results have been determined in the studies on the effects of digitalization on labor markets in the literature. The study noted that educators who don't adapt to digital skills risk unemployment, while those who upskill can expect higher salaries. Additionally, it found that digitalization has transformed and accelerated education, while also enabling educators to enhance their own professional development. To keep pace with digital transformation, educators are recommended to adapt their educational content, methods, and personal competencies to align with this evolving landscape.