A critical examination on EdTech integration in TVET curriculum: Insights from a Chinese TVET institution

Abstract

This study critically examines the integration of educational technology (EdTech) within the curriculum of a leading technical and vocational education and training (TVET) institution in China through 32 case studies. By employing qualitative methodologies-including content analysis, network analysis, and textual analysis-this study examines the EdTech spectrum, educational impacts, pedagogical adaptation practices, educational inclusivity, and EdTech applications' sociotechnical complexities at the institution. Using a critical perspective, the research highlights EdTech integration practices' current state and challenges. The findings provide a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted factors that influence EdTech integration in TVET and offer strategic recommendations to develop more supportive, inclusive, and human-centered EdTech integration strategies and practices.