The potential for digital technology to support self-directed learning in formal education of children: a scoping review

Self-directed learning is a critical competence for living and working in our increasingly complex unpredictable world. The concept of self-directed grew out the adult field scholars highlight need to examine how can be fostered during childhood. However, there are very few empirical studies that seek understand facilitated formal education children digital age. In order review contribute toward understanding this research question, literature search was conducted. potential technology support learners process highlighted reviewed, but commonly lacked use technologies educational purposes. Learners often required support, especially with planning reviewing aspects learning, as well guidance regarding used effectively Importantly, focus on facilitation childhood seldom. Further vital – given fundamental preparing youth deal work life rapidly changing