The digitalisation of education is a strategic priority for Ukraine, ensuring accessibility and innovation while addressing challenges exacerbated by the war. As part of a global trend driving sustainable development, it aligns with Ukraine's European integration pathway and is synchronised with the Digital Education Action Plan (2021-2027).

In the context of war, Ukraine faces unprecedented educational challenges, including security risks, the transition to distance learning, and the need for high-quality educational content, among others. Despite these obstacles, Ukraine has shown remarkable resilience, rapidly adapting its education system to ensure uninterrupted learning for millions of learners.

To address these challenges, the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine is actively developing a digital education ecosystem. This is achieved by improving e-learning environments, strengthening digital infrastructure, automating data collection and analysis, and improving digital literacy for all participants in the learning process. This news article further addresses four key developments in Ukraine’s digital education approach. 

The first key development is the expansion of digital infrastructure. Since 2022, technical access to distance and blended learning has improved significantly. More than 260,000 digital devices have been distributed to learners and teachers. More than 300 digital learning centres have been established, providing devices, high-speed internet, educational material and psychological support. 

The second key development covers access to high-quality digital content. The All-Ukrainian Online School offers 5,000 lessons and 100+ courses to nearly 900,000 registered users, including refugee children abroad. To boost engagement, the interactive digital app Can't Wait to Learn is available for young learners from grades 1-4 to develop essential skills.

The improvement of digital skills is the third key development in Ukraine’s education system. Since 2022, over 300,000 educators have completed digital literacy training, aligning with the European Digital Competence Framework. Self-assessment initiatives, such as the SELFIE pilot project, support competency evaluation and will be further expanded. Continuous upskilling is facilitated through open-access training courses, certification tools, and specialised programmes. A dedicated online safety platform provides resources for children, parents, and teachers, promoting critical thinking and resilience to misinformation.

The fourth key development refers to digital governance and e-services. Key education management information systems are continuously upgraded to improve data collection, decision-making and budget allocation (e.g. AICEM for pre-primary, general secondary and extracurricular education; USEDE for higher and vocational education; and AS IRC, an integrated information system for inclusive education). The Mriia mobile app is piloting innovative teaching methods and e-environment for learning process, while the Diia mobile app has issued over 25 million digital education documents to provide secure digital access to education records.

Moving forward, Ukraine is developing a new strategy for the digital transformation of education and science by 2030. Key priorities in the near future include expanding device distribution to educational institutions in frontline regions, modernising schools under the ‘build back better’ principle, ensuring universal high-speed internet, and developing interactive digital content to further enhance accessibility, inclusivity and innovation in learning.

Source: Eurydice Unit Ukraine