Information and communication technology initiatives and digital education: a case study of Tanzania's policies and strategies

Juhudi Cosmas

doi:10.31812/ed.1046

Authors

Juhudi Cosmas The University of Dodoma https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9704-3554

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31812/ed.1046

Keywords:

digital education, initiatives, policy, strategy, technology

Abstract

The global education system has evolved in a digital society. This study analyses Tanzania's policy and strategic frameworks for integrating digital technologies into the education system to promote digital education. The study was a narrative qualitative research approach. It involved Tanzania as a case study. The findings indicated that the policy and strategic frameworks promoted the integration of technologies in education. The findings also indicated that nationwide technology initiatives promoted digital education by expanding technology facilities and infrastructure, building teachers' capacity, developing digital pedagogical content, and using emerging technologies. The findings further indicated the presence of strengths that promote digital education and challenges that impede it. The study also revealed that the Tanzanian government has committed to addressing present and future digital education challenges. These strategic commitments form the backbone for a comprehensive and sustainable digital education.

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