The relationship between digital competence and french learning outcomes in children

Technology in education, including language learning, is booming. Digital competence is essential if teachers are to integrate technology effectively and improve language teaching. It provides access to authentic materials, interactive exercises and collaborative opportunities. However, integrating technology poses challenges for teachers. This empirical research aims to investigate the relationship of digital competence with language learning outcomes in the context of smart education, which integrates sustainable practices and digital technologies into language teaching. To this end, we used a questionnaire to assess the level of teachers' and children's knowledge of digital tools and their role in the French language teaching/learning process. 40 persons (20 teachers and 20 learners) made up our case study. All participants came from the Ghotb Ravandi institute and had a language level of A1-B1. A comparative analysis demonstrated the significant effect of this skill on children's performance.Keywords : children’s learning; digital competence; education; French learning; technology