Technological Invasion in the Education Sector: A Global Perspective

Abstract

The technological revolution is dramatically transforming the educational topography of the world, wherein humankind is experiencing drastic alteration from classroom learning to e-learning. The shift has brought a landmark change in the experiences of educators, learners, and administrators and has highlighted the different nuances of digital pedagogy. This study aims to present a global standpoint on the technological outbreak in the education sector. It investigates copious advantages and opportunities of digital learning and significantly focuses on different technologies deployed for its implementation and improvement. Various technologies, such as extended reality, cloud computing, crowdsourcing, blockchain, etc., have brought a phenomenal switch in the educational methodology and have improved the efficiency and effectiveness of the education stakeholders and processes. Additionally, the paper also attempts to draw attention to the variety of initiatives both western and eastern countries undertake to enhance technological adoption in the education sector. In this light, the study serves as a ready reference for education scholars to understand the invasion of digitalization and the related global developments in the education sector.