Speaker
Description
Isa, K. A.
Adamawa State College of Education Hong, Nigeria
kumbaawumtiya@gmail.com
Track: Digital Pedagogy and Teaching Innovation
As higher education undergoes rapid digital transformation, digital literacy has become a foundational competency for students and faculty. Digital pedagogy has become an essential tool in the education sector, offering opportunities to enhance student engagement, creativity, and access to knowledge. This study has investigated the use of digital pedagogy in teacher education programmes, focusing on its potential to boost learning motivation among prospective teachers, thereby creating more dynamic and personalized learning environments. The study has analysed digital pedagogy and teacher education documents, emphasizing its growing importance for adapting to technological advancements, enhancing learning opportunities, supporting personalized learning, developing digital literacy, preparing educators for remote teaching, and promoting global learning. The findings of the study have been disclosed that digital pedagogy significantly enhances learning motivation among prospective teachers by offering engaging, flexible, and meaningful learning experiences. Interactive tools such as gamification, virtual simulations, and collaborative platforms allow learners to actively participate and experience the practical relevance of what they are studying. Personalized learning paths, access to diverse resources, real-time feedback, and innovation and creativity support both professional growth and student engagement. Digital pedagogy can transform teacher education by fostering motivation and innovative teaching approaches. However, challenges include unequal access to technology, lack of digital literacy, inadequate support, and challenging assessments. A balanced approach, including technology investment, professional development, and selfdirected learning can prepare future educators. Keywords: Digital Ped