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Competencies in Digitalization: An Experiment in an International Course

Year: 2021

Type: article

Abstract: This research aims to explore competencies in the digital global context through an international experiment conducted at the Veracruzana University in Mexico and the Public University of Navarre in Spain. In this paper, we report test scores of a course from both universities (N = 85). The course was grounded on Industry 4.0 and digital transformation. Students were required to work in international teams through virtual communication and coworking tools. The main findings show that digital competencies though necessary, do not seem sufficient. Additionally, the research identifies the most developed competencies (decision-making and cognitive development competencies) and the competencies that need to be strengthened (digital competencies). From a practical perspective, the international experiment facilitates a collaborative learning scenario.

Source: Education Research International

DOI: 10.1155/2021/1873278

Authors: Amaya Erro-Garcés, Celia Hernández Palaceto

Institutions: Universidad Pública de Navarra (UPNA), Universidad Veracruzana

Language: English

Topic: Digital literacy in education

Subfield: Information Systems

Field: Computer Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $1,050