Three arrows models in the developing of new digital learning experiences

Abstract

The many challenges arising from COVID-19 have forced Japanese businesses and higher education to accelerate innovations and digital transformations. Japan is a well-known global leader in adopting innovative approaches with the use of advanced cutting-edge technologies, and education is not an exception. Digital learning and effective implementation of new pedagogies focused on distance learning, flexibility, and adaptation to innovative teaching practices are helping students and educators across Japan. As a result, Japan’s traditional face- to-face lecture style is being rapidly transformed into a new Education 5.0, involving Cloud tools, correct use of learning management systems (LMS), web 4.0/5.0, and a wide range of other educational tools. Additionally, in our research and course design, we have adopted a new collaborative agile approach, including academic, industry expertise and teaching assistance facilitators. We identify challenges and opportunities through a case study that examines the design of a new course that incorporates agile collaboration and student perceptions after the adoption of this rapid and unexpected digital learning approach.