Title:
DIGITAL COMPETENCIES OF PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN THE NORTHERN MOUNTAINOUS AREAS OF VIETNAM

Authors:
Chuyen T.H. Nguyen, Huong Le Thi Thu, Thai Doan Thi Minh, Duong Lam Thuy, Ha Nguyen Thi Thu, Binh Le Thi, Vinh Nguyen Huy

Abstract:
To successfully implement digital transformation in education, adapting to the context of the 4th Industrial Revolution, teachers need to possess digital competencies. This article presents an assessment of the digital competencies of primary school teachers in the northern mountainous areas of Vietnam. The descriptive method is employed to analyze survey results. Based on the survey findings, the study reveals significant progress in integrating digital technology into the teaching process of teachers in this region. The majority of teachers (51%) have achieved the "Expert" (B2) level, demonstrating a proactive utilization of digital technology and deep expertise in this field. Additionally, 27% of teachers have reached the "Leadership" (C1) level, indicating their ability to guide their colleagues in the use of digital technology for teaching purposes. However, there is still a need to support and enhance the digital competencies of teachers at the "Integrated" (B1) and "Pioneer" (C2) levels, as well as those at the "Discovery" (A2) level who are in the process of exploring digital technology. The research findings serve as valuable information for educational managers to assess the digital competencies of primary school teachers, thereby informing appropriate support policies to develop teacher competencies and meet the requirements of educational program innovation. Furthermore, the study suggests future research directions to identify measures for enhancing the digital competencies of teachers

Keywords:
digital competencies, teacher, mountainous, Vietnam

DOI:
https://doi.org/10.37500/IJESSR.2023.6620