Implementation of Digital Educational Technology, the Issues for Managerial Consideration
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.60072/ijeissah.2024.v3i01.005Abstract
The advent of Information Communication Technology (ICT) and the increasing popularity of digital systems have necessitated many educational institutions globally to transition towards using digital technology to facilitate learning and digital transactions with their stakeholders. This study aimed to identify the latent issues faced by students who use digital educational technology for learning and transactions. The study collected quantitative data from 210 students sampled from selected universities in Ghana. A survey questionnaire instrument with close-ended questions was developed and administered online. A descriptive statistical analysis was performed to find the modal frequencies of the identified issues to achieve the aim of the study. The findings suggest that the most pressing hidden concerns that need managerial attention when implementing digital systems for academic purposes are technological infrastructure, convenient access, and acceptability and adoption of digital educational technology. Digital educational technology offers convenience and traceability, making it attractive to students and stakeholders. However, the potential risks and drawbacks in the use of digital educational technology need attention from the management of educational institutions. This study enhances understanding of the use and issues of digital educational technologies for application in Management Information Systems research and practice. A further study should explore cross-border issues faced by international students who use digital educational technologies for the consideration of educational institution management.
Keywords:
Digital Technology, Digital Transactions, Education, ManagerialReferences
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