The impact of digital transformation: From traditional education to smart education

Abstract

European Union's focus on a green and digital transition, but how is this being implemented in local communities in disadvantaged areas of Romania? A major priority that requires our particular attention is the digitization of education. Through the National Plan for Recovery and Resilience, schools in deprived areas of Romania can apply for projects aimed at improving the quality of learning and enabling digital transformation. Using a concrete example, this paper aims to highlight the real impact such projects have on pupils and how a smart school enhances the learning process. Education plays a crucial role in the development of society, which is why we must pay more attention to it. Building on existing research that has focused on the digitalization of learning processes, this study contextualizes the findings within the field of education, addressing digital disparities and systemic issues specific to rural schools. The aim of this paper is to emphasize both the importance of the digital transformation of education in schools and the role this modernization plays. The main objectives of the paper include analyzing the significance of digital skills training for students and teachers to ensure the effective integration of technology into the educational process, and highlighting the contribution of technology to the modernization of education. It is essential to recognize the importance of education in our lives, and this paper underscores how technological modernization, especially in primary education, is being implemented in schools in rural areas.