Education 4.0: Exploring computer science teachers’ readiness
Musa Adekunle Ayanwale 1 * , Owolabi Paul Adelana 2 , Adebayo Monsur Ishola 3 , Olalekan Adeeko 4
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1 Department of Science and Technology Education, Faculty of Education, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, SOUTH AFRICA2 Department of Science and Technology Education, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, NIGERIA3 Department of Educational Technology, Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijagun, NIGERIA4 Department of Information Technology, National Open University of Nigeria, Victoria Island, NIGERIA* Corresponding Author

Abstract

Due to the pivotal roles played by Education 4.0 in reshaping the skills necessary for sustenance in the 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR), we investigate computer science teachers’ preparedness to acquire the requisite skills for effectively equipping students with skills, especially technology skills for the life and work of 4IR. Teachers play crucial roles in preparing students for a technology-driven world. Examining their readiness to acquire skills for effective delivery of Education 4.0’s skills-based content becomes imperative. Prior to data collection, the teachers underwent a tailored professional development training focusing on 4IR, Education 4.0, and the required skills. Our findings reveal an overall positive disposition of the teachers towards acquiring the skills needed to fulfil the roles demanded by Education 4.0. This finding reiterates the importance of professional development initiatives to assist teachers in meeting the skills requirements and also face the challenges of Education 4.0. Consequently, we advocate for interventions tailored to address the specific needs of teachers, enabling them to embrace the evolving responsibilities associated with Education 4.0.

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Article Type: Research Article

EURASIA J Math Sci Tech Ed, Volume 20, Issue 8, August 2024, Article No: em2492

https://doi.org/10.29333/ejmste/14918

Publication date: 06 Aug 2024

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