ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF DIGITALIZATION OF HIGHER EDUCATION IN UKRAINE

In the global information society, a new economic system is actively being formed – a digital one. The global economy is actively using the advantages of digitization, which replaces old means of electronic communication, and which should be understood as the process of converting various information in all its forms (text, sound, graphics) into a digital format that is understandable modern devices. The article is devoted to consideration of the advantages and disadvantages of the process of digitization of the educational sphere in Ukraine. The concept of "digitalization", its features and impact on the field of education is studied. The practical significance of the study lies in improving the understanding of the development process of digital transformation, its goals and impact on various areas of the economy. Attention is paid to educational platforms and software products that can be used for blended and distance learning.