Author: Arabinda Dey
DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.70798/Bijmrd/02100035
Abstract: Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) has emerged as a critical approach to address the complex environmental, social, and economic challenges of the 21st century. In this context, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) plays a transformative role in reshaping educational practices and enhancing sustainability-oriented learning. The present study aims to examine the integration of ICT in promoting ESD, with a focus on its opportunities, challenges, and future pathways. The study adopts a qualitative research approach, relying on secondary data sources such as scholarly articles, policy documents, and international reports. Through a critical analysis of existing literature, the study explores how ICT facilitates interactive learning, global collaboration, and access to sustainability-related knowledge. At the same time, it highlights significant challenges, including digital inequality, inadequate infrastructure, and limited digital competencies among educators. The findings suggest that while ICT has the potential to significantly enhance the effectiveness of ESD, its successful implementation requires strategic planning, capacity building, and inclusive access. The study concludes that integrating ICT within the framework of ESD can contribute meaningfully to achieving sustainable development goals, provided that contextual challenges are carefully addressed.
Keywords: ICT, Education for Sustainable Development, Digital Learning, Sustainability, Qualitative Study, SDGs.
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