Digital Learning Ecosystems 5.0 for Preparing Tomorrow’s Citizens: A Nexus between Digital Education and Learning Engineering

Abstract

Rapid technological and societal changes in the Industry 5.0 era have necessitated swift adaptations in the educational landscape. This article presents a conceptual framework for the Digital Learning Ecosystem 5.0, which integrates the concepts of Society 5.0 and Education 4.0. The methodology employed includes document analysis and synthesis of relevant research concepts. The study reveals that the Digital Learning Ecosystem 5.0 comprises six key components: 1) Human-centered approach, 2) Physical and cyber spaces, 3) Learning competencies, 4) Learning content, 5) Learning experiences, and 6) Artificial Intelligence technologies. Furthermore, the integration of digital education and learning engineering plays a crucial role in effectively developing the Digital Learning Ecosystem 5.0. This article proposes policy recommendations for educational research communities and institutions and relevant agencies to accelerate the development of the Digital Learning Ecosystem 5.0. This initiative aims to prepare learners for a rapidly changing world by emphasizing the creation of flexible, adaptive learning environments that supply the diverse needs of learners in the digital age.