The Economy and The Digital: Investments to Improve the Student Experience

Abstract

For several decades, universities have been trying to implement new technologies in their teaching methods, intending to create skills for the twenty-first century. In the literature, this process is called digital transformation. This chapter is based on an integrative revision and solid work of the authors in their university, providing students with technological devices, such as laptops, tablets, and other gadgets to invest in digital education skills. Concluding that investing in digital education is crucial for improving the student experience and preparing students for the future workforce.

Citation

Leite, E.M.d.A. and Leite, A.M.R. (2023), "The Economy and The Digital: Investments to Improve the Student Experience", Vaz de Almeida, C. and Lytras, M.D. (Ed.) Technology-Enhanced Healthcare Education: Transformative Learning for Patient-centric Health (Emerald Studies in Higher Education, Innovation and Technology), Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 165-174. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-83753-598-920231012