Using Digital Technologies in the Geography Lesson

Abstract

Rapid advances in technology have profoundly transformed daily life and all spheres of human activity, including education. In this context, one of the central responsibilities of geography teachers is the development of students’ geographical information competence, or geographical literacy, which is inseparable from digital and media literacy. The integration of digital technologies in geography lessons facilitates the presentation of educational material in diverse forms and formats, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of the learning process and optimizing student engagement. The multimedia nature of digital resources makes it possible to visualize geographical phenomena, processes, objects, and locations, effectively creating virtual journeys to various regions, countries, cities, or villages. Such technologies thus provide powerful learning environments that enrich students’ educational experiences. Given that smartphones, computers, social media, and the Internet are already integral to students’ daily lives, leveraging these tools provides access to a wide range of geographic information sources and strengthens geographical competence and literacy. A variety of digital resources are commonly employed in geography teaching, including multimedia products, digital educational platforms, websites of scientific and educational institutions, electronic interactive maps, online calculators, digital simulations, and educational computer games. In recent years, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into education has become increasingly widespread, offering unique opportunities to improve learning quality, foster engagement, and support personalized education. Within geography education, AI not only expands the pedagogical toolkit available to teachers but also enables students to acquire deeper and more interactive knowledge. Personalized learning pathways, interactive and virtual environments, data-driven analysis, and audiovisual resources all contribute to richer and more engaging learning experiences. The application of AI in geography lessons significantly enhances teaching effectiveness and student motivation. With the assistance of AI-based tools, students can explore diverse geographical objects and their characteristics, examine the scale and dynamics of geographical processes and events, generate forecasts, and apply acquired information to conduct geographical research. Moreover, the use of digital technologies supports teachers in assessing students’ knowledge and skills, organizing and consolidating learning outcomes, managing classroom time more efficiently, and presenting instructional content in a vivid and engaging manner.