The role of digital technologies in the transformation of ethical norms in the educational process

Abstract

In contemporary education, which increasingly incorporates digital technologies, the issue of adhering to ethical norms by both educators and students has gained particular relevance. This study aims to examine the impact of digital technologies on the transformation of ethical standards within the educational process. A survey was conducted among 45 educators and 345 students from three universities before and after the transition to remote learning, to assess changes in the adherence to ethical standards. The results revealed that after the implementation of remote learning, there was a significant increase in the level of adherence to ethical norms among educators (up to 98%) and students (up to 91%). Additionally, there was an improvement in academic performance, with 46% of students achieving a high level of success following the transition to remote learning. The evaluation of the impact of digital technologies on ethical transformation was found to be moderate but positive. Thus, digital technologies can serve as an effective tool for enhancing ethical standards and improving educational outcomes, particularly in the context of remote learning. These findings underscore the importance of integrating digital technologies into the educational process as a means of supporting ethical culture.