A Study on the Adoption of Technology in the Current Education Scenario in India

Abstract

Incorporating technology into educational practices has fundamentally changed how knowledge is taught and learned. Technology has created new opportunities for students and educators, from interactive learning experiences to global connectivity. A competitive edge can be maintained by an education system that meets the demands of the technological age.  The main aim of this research was to investigate the utilization of technology in present-day educational institutions. It examines the effectiveness of technology on education, exploring how it has improved learning outcomes, increased access to resources, and altered classroom dynamics.

The current research utilized interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) which is a qualitative method. Data collection involved one-to-one interviews with the help of semi-structured questionnaires with 50 teachers from 10 different private educational institutes in Cuttack District, Odisha. Purposive sampling was utilized for participant selection. According to the survey, the primary elements motivating teachers to utilize technology, e-learning/online learning include convenience of access, cost, usability, quality education, and opportunity.

Although it is a relatively new development in Indian education, the use of technology in classrooms, institutions, and other academic settings has a lot of promise for the future. Every aspect of civilization has been impacted by technology, which offers benefits including cost-effectiveness, increased flexibility, and quicker and simpler access to information. Students' acceptance of technology will be positively impacted by the availability of high-quality online resources.