EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY: A NECESSARY DIALOGUE FOR 21ST CENTURY LEARNING

Abstract

This article analyzes the impact of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) on contemporary education. It examines their main applications to improve quality, inclusion, and personalization of learning, as well as their role in transforming traditional pedagogical practices. It also addresses current challenges such as the digital divide, lack of teacher training, digital distraction, and data management issues. Finally, the article proposes action lines to strengthen equitable access to technology and promote closer cooperation between educational institutions and technology developers. It concludes that ICT represents a key tool for advancing toward a more efficient, inclusive, and student-centered education.