A Global Outlook into the Transformation of Education for the Fourth Industrial Revolution

This study explores the current educational issue of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), shaped by a complex environment created by many approaches and difficulties. It explores international educational responses to 4IR using a systematic approach that includes literature review. This review hi...

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Main Author: Alfred Otara
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Language:English
Published: Adventist University of Africa 2024-12-01
Series:Pan-African Journal of Education and Social Sciences
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Online Access:https://journals.aua.ke/pajes/article/view/630
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description This study explores the current educational issue of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), shaped by a complex environment created by many approaches and difficulties. It explores international educational responses to 4IR using a systematic approach that includes literature review. This review highlights the crucial requirements of inclusivity and fair access to education. This has been achieved by emphasizing the transformative impact of technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR), in transforming learning experiences. The successful integration of 4IR education is highlighted by real-world case studies from Singapore, Finland, and Rwanda that provide insights into effective policy design, pedagogical innovation, and cross-sector collaboration. These findings highlight the multidimensional nature of 4IR education. They also underscore the significance of context-responsive teaching methods. Overall, this study promotes a comprehensive and inclusive approach that provides educators and policymakers with insights needed to successfully negotiate the benefits and challenges of the dynamic 4IR context.
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spelling doaj-art-c16878bf61d94a72b823d5b9db38d5542025-01-30T06:22:27ZengAdventist University of AfricaPan-African Journal of Education and Social Sciences2789-00582789-00662024-12-015214415710.56893/pajes2024v05i02.10597A Global Outlook into the Transformation of Education for the Fourth Industrial RevolutionAlfred Otara0https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1270-9127Rongo University, Kenya This study explores the current educational issue of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), shaped by a complex environment created by many approaches and difficulties. It explores international educational responses to 4IR using a systematic approach that includes literature review. This review highlights the crucial requirements of inclusivity and fair access to education. This has been achieved by emphasizing the transformative impact of technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR), in transforming learning experiences. The successful integration of 4IR education is highlighted by real-world case studies from Singapore, Finland, and Rwanda that provide insights into effective policy design, pedagogical innovation, and cross-sector collaboration. These findings highlight the multidimensional nature of 4IR education. They also underscore the significance of context-responsive teaching methods. Overall, this study promotes a comprehensive and inclusive approach that provides educators and policymakers with insights needed to successfully negotiate the benefits and challenges of the dynamic 4IR context.https://journals.aua.ke/pajes/article/view/630fourth industrial revolutioneducation strategiestechnology integrationinclusivitysystematic review
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A Global Outlook into the Transformation of Education for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Pan-African Journal of Education and Social Sciences
fourth industrial revolution
education strategies
technology integration
inclusivity
systematic review
title A Global Outlook into the Transformation of Education for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
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education strategies
technology integration
inclusivity
systematic review
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