Bridging the Digital Divide: Technology-Driven Education for Lifelong Learning

The education sector in Nepal is currently undergoing a critical transition, primarily shaped by the widespread adoption of technologybased innovations and the global need to promote lifelong learning. This conceptual article explores the role of technology-based education as a catalyst for sustainable human development in Nepal. It examines the contribution of technology-based education to sustainable human development from the perspectives of equity, access, and quality. The article draws on national education policy frameworks, existing studies from South Asian contexts, and global discourse on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). It argues that the introduction of technology-based innovations such as e-learning platforms, mobile learning technologies, and open educational resources (OER) in Nepal’s formal and non-formal education sectors holds significant promise for promoting lifelong learning competencies. However, various structural barriers, including the digital divide, infrastructure gaps, limited teacher preparedness, and persistent social inequalities, continue to hinder the full potential of technologybased education in advancing sustainable human development. To address these challenges, the article proposes a multidimensional policy framework based on community engagement, public-private partnerships, and culturally sensitive approaches to promote technology-based lifelong learning in Nepal. The findings of this article are expected to contribute to the broader discourse on creating a tenable and sustainable future.