Education in the Digital Age: A Driving Force or a Lost Place

General

Art der Publikation: Journal Article

Veröffentlicht auf / in: i-com

Issue: 3

Jahr: 2021

Band / Volume: 20

Seiten: 263-277

Verlag (Publisher): de Gruyter Oldenbourg

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1515/icom-2021-0031

ISSN: 2196-6826

Authors

Michael Herczeg

Abstract

Teaching and learning using computer systems has a long tradition. This contribution will discuss major challenges and changes of the last 20 years to derive consequences and ideas for the next 20 years. The development of digital educational technologies will be outlined and the deficiences and potentials of learning with digital systems and environments will be discussed. Finally, a media framework that enables for post-constructivist learning in the 21st century will be presented. The contribution focuses on interactive media in the context of schools, laying the foundation for digital competences for higher education and workplaces.