Abstract:

Purpose – Digital industry influences the educational environment and encourages students to get actively involved, participate but also collaborate in this major change in order to overcome internal and external vulnerabilities in the learning process. Methodology/approach - This research seeks a detailed analysis of the most important tools that support digital collaboration among students given the current situation of online education in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Findings – The tools that support digital collaboration among students facilitate communication in the current situation, increasing the opportunities for academia to interact with as many users as possible. Research limitations/implications – Academia researchers are analyzing the vulnerabilities of this new digital revolution and trying to find ways to fill the gaps and gradually make this transition, namely the transition from traditional to digital education. Practical implications –  Over the years, as innovations and investments in the digital space have grown considerably, so have opportunities for universities by allowing students to learn in their rhythm. Originality/value – Educators, students and administrators of online educational platforms need a sustainable basis for adopting change in education. For educators, the availability of a real-time understanding is needed to increase student performance. For students, receiving information about their performance relative to their peers or their progress relative to their personal goals can be motivating and encouraging.