Vol. 5, Special Issue 4, Part A (2019)

Abstract
Digitalization is the integration of digital technologies into everyday life by the digitization of everything that can be digitized. The literal meaning of digitalization is dependence on the development and technology. In order to adapt the environment and to keep pace with new technology- Digitalization is reaching new heights in the Education sector. Although traditional way of teaching can never be replace by anything, but digitalization can act as supplementary aid or support for effective teaching learning process. We have to keep pace with the ever changing environment as everywhere in Education field technology is coming up. Digitalization has very practical approach in every manner. With the introduction of online learning and e learning tools teaching has become easier and interesting. In education sector, class rooms are becoming smart classrooms with smart boards and smart desks that allow more interaction between teachers and students. The presence of such technology in classrooms is a great challenge to teachers and their roles are also changing from sage-on-the-stage to Guide-on- the side. This paper discusses the importance of digitalization in the field of education and how it can enhance the teaching learning process and how a teacher can face this challenge of teaching through technology. It also throws light on its impact on Higher education.