Inculcating Digital Technology in The Classroom for Lifelong Learning

The need of the 21st century and changes as witnessed in the society and world at large has threatened the educational system and method of delivery. Technology now has become an integral part of human life. The society now depends on technology in doing many things like transport, business and education inclusive. So the demand and need for technology and its advancement keep increasing with each new day in line with the needs and aspirations of the people The inculcation of technology in the classroom is apt now more than ever given the recent occurrence and other changes that have been witnessed and may be witnessed. This approach not only enhances academic achievement but also equips student needs. Technology so far has recorded some improvement in education and this has resulted in greater demand on educators to incorporate digital tools in their practice to support more flexible, and relevant learning opportunities. However digital technology cannot be assessed without proper knowledge and skills, hence the need for it to be integrated in the educational programme and emphasis laid on the acquisition of necessary digital literacy skills that will enhance the effective utilization of these educational technologies in the classroom. This paper thus looked at the various concepts that run as inculcating, digital technology, classroom and life-long learning. Prospects, agents and challenges envisaged in the innovation were discussed.