Digital Learning Technologies in Processes of Innovation and Democratic Change? – Reflections and Questions

Abstract

Innovation with digital technologies in formal teaching and learning processes with the purpose of educating learners to become global citizens suffers from inertia. In particular, when it comes to innovation with digital technologies within processes of collaboration and dialogue. It seems that digital dialogue in education utilized for democratic change appears a complex challenge to address. However, historically, new technological innovations have often been rejected. It takes a long time to become accustomed to new technology and to realise its advantages, let alone to be actively utilized (Castells, 1998). Regardless of attitudes towards technology in general, the arguments have been strong for preparing learners for a future in a society permeated with digital technologies.