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Exploring the Digital Divide in Workplace Learning: A Rapid Review

Authors:
Katharina Frosch
Friederike Lindauer
Niek Zuidhof

Keywords: advanced learning technologies; technology-enhanced learning; digital divide; workplace learning.

Abstract:
This article examines the digital divide in workplace learning, with an emphasis on the disparity in the distribution of Advanced Learning Technologies (ALT) across different types of workplaces. The study employs a rapid literature review methodology to analyze the utilization of ALT in workplace learning. The findings indicate that the use of ALT is predominantly concentrated in the education, health and medical sectors, with limited implementation in other sectors. Moreover, in smaller organizations, in non-technical sectors and among white-collar workers, there are fewer opportunities for technology-enhanced learning. The study highlights the need for more inclusive and comprehensive research to address the digital divide in workplace learning, taking into consideration practice-based evidence and exploring the themes covered by training. Furthermore, the paper proposes an investigation into the complexity and resource intensity of implementing ALT to enhance technology-based learning in all workplaces. In general, this research establishes the basis for omprehending and bridging the digital learning divide in the workplace.

Pages: 1 to 6

Copyright: Copyright (c) IARIA, 2024

Publication date: May 26, 2024

Published in: conference

ISSN: 2308-3956

ISBN: 978-1-68558-169-5

Location: Barcelona, Spain

Dates: from May 26, 2024 to May 30, 2024