The Advent of Disruptive Innovation in the New Normal Educational Landscape: Challenges and Future Directions

Abstract

The advent of disruptive innovation is gradually penetrating education and changing the way learning is delivered in the new normal educational landscape. The study aims to describe the models of flexible learning modalities, the challenges amidst the advent of disruptive innovation in the new normal educational landscape, and the proposed future directions toward the new normal educational landscape. The study used content analysis of literature reviewed in understanding, analyzing, and synthesizing significant knowledge and ideas. The findings revealed that flexible learning modalities continuously invade and redefine the educational system which promotes learning continuity according to learners' needs. The study suggests to intensify readiness for the delivery of a technology-enhanced learning environment efficiently and effectively in the new normal educational landscape not only in the midst of crisis. Thus, strengthen parent's and stakeholder's support; provisions of fast and reliable internet connectivity; appropriate budget and procurement; right attitude and highly motivated users; current technical training; and availability of adequate yet more inclusive technology resources and facilities.
 Keywords: Disruptive Innovation, New Normal, Flexible Learning Modalities, Information Communication Technology, Technology Enhanced Learning Environment