Prospects for digital education in vocational training programmes: Analysis of current uses of ICT and projections for their future integration into training programmes focused services and tourism

Abstract

This study analyses the digital transformation of teaching in vocational training programmes, particularly in the tourism and services sectors. It examines current uses of ICT and the prospects for its future integration through digital platforms, collaborative tools, blended learning approaches, simulation and artificial intelligence. The findings show that digital technology helps to diversify teaching practices, develop professional skills and bring learning closer to the realities of the world of work. However, its roll-out continues to face challenges relating to infrastructure, inequalities in access, the digital skills of those involved and pedagogical support. In the future, artificial intelligence, adaptive learning and immersive technologies could facilitate more personalised and vocationally-oriented learning pathways. The study thus emphasises that the success of this transformation depends on the strategic integration of digital technology, linking technological innovation, educational objectives, professional skills and the needs of the labour market.

Keywords: Digital education, ICT, Vocational training, Foresight, Services, Tourism, Educational innovation, Artificial intelligence, Professional skills.

Received Date: June 19, 2026

Accepted Date: July 10, 2026

Published Date: August 01, 2026

Available Online at: https://www.ijsrisjournal.com/index.php/ojsfiles/article/view/850