Digital Well-being and Education in the Digital Era

Abstract

Promoting digital well-being for teachers, learners, and educational institutions in the digital age is an important issue that requires attention because the use of technology in daily life and in teaching and learning has continued to increase. Teachers need to adjust their roles by promoting the use of technology in a balanced, safe, and creative manner. This article examines the concept of “digital well-being,” which refers to a state in which individuals can use technology to support their quality of life in physical, mental, social, and learning aspects within the context of Thai education, which is being transformed by technological influences and educational reform. It proposes four components of digital well-being: Digital Use, Digital Literacy, Digital Networking, and Digital Learning. It also analyzes positive and negative impacts and related trends, including the integration of digital well-being into the curriculum, blended learning, the use of technology to promote health, and cooperation among schools, families, and communities. The findings indicate that promoting digital well-being is an important approach to enhancing the quality of Thai education in the 21st century and creating a balanced and sustainable learning system.