The curricular integration of ICT´s in the teaching – learning process. A focus on the implementation of electronic commerce at the faculty of economics at Kimpa Vita University

Abstract

The present study examines the integration of ICTs into the teaching-learning process, focusing on the implementation of electronic commerce (E-COM) at the Faculty of Economics of Kimpa Vita University within the context of globalization. It explores the integration of electronic commerce into academic curricula, examining the strategies used to teach and promote the understanding of E-COM. The study aims to analyze the impacts of its implementation both in higher education, as is the case with the Faculty of Economics at UNIKIVI, and in the job market, considering existing global demands and trends. The general objective is to assess the impact of including electronic commerce in the curriculum on the students' profiles upon graduation, in light of the challenges and opportunities of the globalized market. The research was conducted using a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods. The quantitative method helped analyze secondary data on the curricular implementation of E-COM at the Faculty of Economics of Kimpa Vita University. Similarly, the qualitative method involved a survey conducted with teachers, administrative staff, and students to obtain more in-depth opinions on the key factors of the curricular integration of E-COM. Bibliographic and direct observation techniques were also utilized. The study's results highlight the importance of adapting curricula to reflect current paradigm shifts, equipping students with relevant and innovative skills for a challenging and highly competitive era.