Exploring Educators' Acceptance on Education 5.0 and Their Anxiety Towards Its Implementation: A Research Inquiry
Chithra Vimal, Elgin Alexander · 2023
As the field of education continues to evolve with the emergence of new technologies and pedagogical approaches, in the era of Education 5.0, the education system is undergoing a paradigm shift from the traditional teacher-centered approach to a technology-driven blended learning model that integrates human skills with artificial intelligence and other advanced technologies. This transition is expected to be met with varying levels of acceptance among educators. This study aims to gain insights into higher educational institutions educators' acceptance, and anxiety towards Education 5.0. The study focuses on identifying strategies to alleviate anxiety and enhance their acceptance in embracing this newer approach in the rapidly evolving educational era. The data needed for the study is collected from 100 educators using a structured questionnaire. The study revealed that educators had a higher level of acceptance and a moderate level of anxiety. The study revealed a noteworthy correlation between higher levels of acceptance among educators and a corresponding decrease in their anxiety levels. This research demonstrated that younger teachers exhibit greater levels of acceptance and reduced anxiety in comparison to their older counterparts. The insights from the study pave the way for targeted interventions that can enhance educators' preparedness and enthusiasm toward Education 5.0. Ultimately, this will reduce anxiety levels and empower educators with the confidence to embrace change.