Development Education in Digital Era

Abstract

Development education has been acknowledged for a long time as an essential instrument for advancing social justice, global citizenship, and sustainable development. The field of development education is entering a new era that is fraught with both new opportunities and new problems brought about by the proliferation of digital technology. This paper explores the role of development education in the digital era, focusing on how digital technologies are being incorporated into educational settings to enhance learning and engagement, as well as the theoretical and practical repercussions that these changes have for the field of development education. The paper argues that while digital technologies offer new possibilities for engaging learners and promoting global understanding, they also present challenges related to access, equity, and critical engagement. Drawing on existing literature and case studies, the paper concludes by outlining some of the key issues and opportunities for development education in the digital era.