THE EFFECTIVENESS OF USING CASE STUDY TECHNOLOGY IN DEVELOPING STUDENTS’ DIGITAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Abstract
The rapid development of digital technologies has transformed the ways individuals communicate, learn, and interact in contemporary society. As a result, digital communication skills have become an essential component of students’ academic, social, and professional competence. Educational institutions are increasingly expected to prepare students for effective participation in digital environments by developing their ability to communicate responsibly, critically, and collaboratively through various digital platforms. This study examines the effectiveness of using case study technology in developing students’ digital communication skills. The research is based on theoretical analysis, comparative evaluation, and interpretation of pedagogical approaches related to digital communication and active learning technologies. The findings indicate that case study technology creates favorable conditions for improving students’ communication competence, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and collaborative interaction in digital environments. Through the analysis of real-life and simulated situations, students develop the capacity to evaluate information critically, communicate effectively through digital channels, and make informed decisions in various communication contexts. The study concludes that case study technology represents an effective pedagogical tool for enhancing students’ digital communication skills and promoting their readiness for successful participation in the digital society.
Keywords
digital communication skills, case study technology, digital literacy, communication competence, educational technology, critical thinking, collaborative learning, media literacy, digital education, student development.
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