Michael John Paul T.

Espejon
Bachelor in Mathematics Education II
ProfEd 07

1. Describe and discuss some of the structural social and economic change that
are affecting education in a digital age.
We live in the digital age, where technology is all around us and permeates every
aspect of our lives. The pace of change is accelerating, and the world is changing.
Additionally, technology is causing profound changes in our economy, opening up
new avenues for interpersonal interaction and providing a wealth of opportunities for
education. The development of a knowledge society is responsible for the structural
changes in the economy. The changing nature of work and the rise in demand for
postsecondary education are just two of the many challenges the world is currently
facing. The knowledge component of the workforce produces knowledge workers
who create their own jobs by founding businesses to offer novel services or by doing
anything else they can. With the aid of artificial intelligence, previously manual skills
are expanding quickly from the perspective of technical and vocational instructors
and students. Post-secondary education has expanded to meet the demand for
knowledge-based work and higher skill levels, and the knowledge and skill levels
required in the workforce have also increased.

2. Describe and discuss some of the key skills that are needed in a digital age.
Communications skills: As well as the traditional
communication skills of reading, speaking and writing
coherently and clearly, we need to add social media
communication skills.

The ability to learn independently: This means taking

responsibility for working out what you need to know, and
where to find that knowledge. This is an ongoing process
in knowledge-based work, because the knowledge base is
constantly changing.
Ethics and responsibility: This is required to build trust (particularly important in
informal social networks), but also because generally ethical and responsible behaviour is
in the long run more effective in a world where there are many different players, and a
greater degree of reliance on others to accomplish one’s own goals.

Teamwork and flexibility: Although many knowledge workers work independently or in

very small companies, they depend heavily on collaboration and the sharing of
knowledge with others in related but independent organizations.

Thinking skills: (critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, originality, strategizing, for

example): Of all the skills needed in a knowledge-based society, these are the most
important.

Digital skills: Most knowledge-based activities depend heavily on the use of technology.
However the key issue is that these skills need to be embedded within the knowledge
domain in which the activity takes place.

Knowledge management: This is perhaps the most over-arching of all the skills.
Knowledge is not only rapidly changing with new research, new developments, and rapid
dissemination of ideas and practices over the Internet, but the sources of information are
increasing, with a great deal of variability in the reliability or validity of the information.

3. Identify and discuss some of the ways technology is leading to

changes in teaching and learning.
Technology has revolutionized the teaching and
learning process in many ways. It has allowed for more
effective and efficient communication between
teachers and students, between teachers and parents,
and between and among students. Additionally, it has
enabled educators to provide more engaging and
interactive lessons that better meet the needs of
students.
 Moreover, technology has made it easier for students to access educational
materials and resources both online and offline. As a result, with properly-implemented
education technology, students are able to learn at their own pace and in a more
customized manner (though this hints at the added complexity technology brings to
lesson planning, curriculum mapping, and so on).

4. Discuss the extent to which contemporary developments require changes in how we

teach and how students learn.
The emergence of the internet has changed the way we communicate. It is becoming
more clear that student preparation needs to be adjusted and improved in order for
them to function effectively in a demanding environment that is constantly changing.
While tackling this task, the complexity of the school system and its numerous issues must
be considered.
When we investigate these issues, we become aware of how complex system theories
and methodologies may direct and support successful transformation. Complex systems
teach us that balancing or surviving opposites may produce the best results and that
simple solutions are unlikely to work in situations like the educational system.
Combining student growth with other frequently stated educational goals, such as
knowledge transfer. using a variety of teaching methods to teach different students. the
ability to adjust to different abilities, learning styles, personality traits, and cultural
backgrounds. integrating the curriculum by developing inter-disciplinary curriculum units
that enable students to gain knowledge of various academic fields through a common
theme and make a distinctive contribution to the objectives of the integrated units.
The following is a paraphrased version of the article
Teaching students is one of education's goals. Divergent
teaching emphasizes open-ended, self-directed learning
while convergence teaching places a greater emphasis
on teaching specific subject material. It is a fact that the
best way to learn something new is to teach it to
someone else.
4. Discuss the extent to which contemporary developments require
changes in how we teach and how students learn. (continuation)

The divergent method employs a variety of assessment tools, including self-

evaluation, teacher evaluation, documentation portfolios, and projects. It is adaptable
and student-centered.

As educators work to meet the demands of the educational system in a world

where things change quickly and become more complex, it may be helpful to
recognize the need for both convergent and divergent approaches to teaching and
learning. It is crucial to teach students how to learn and develop independently given
the abundance of information available, the rapid changes occurring in most fields,
and the emergence of numerous new fields. On the other hand, those who emphasize
the value of individual development and artistic expression must understand that
students need academic abilities (such as reading, writing, math, etc.) in order to
express themselves effectively.
Giving students the chance to learn such things (which can be acquired through
convergent teaching) is crucial because creativity involves finding new ways to apply
what you already know. Therefore, convergent and divergent teaching methods are
both required. Given how difficult it is to balance the two given the complexity of
teaching and learning,