ANALYSIS OF OPINION OF EDUCATIONAL EXPERTS ABOUT STATUS OF PHYSICAL CLASSROOMS AFTER 15 YEARS

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the opinions of educational experts regarding the future of physical classrooms in Tehsil Kamalia 15 years from now, in the wake of the digital age. The primary objective was to determine whether experts believe physical classrooms will transform from one-dimensional (physical) to multidimensional (physical and online) spaces, and assess their opinions on the readiness of institutions to adopt innovative technologies in traditional classrooms.A self-designed questionnaire and mixed method approach was employed to collect data from educational experts, and the snowball sampling technique was used to select participants. The data was analyzed using SPSS software, were utilized to interpret the quantitative data and generalize the results. The analysis revealed a refined view of physical classrooms, with experts acknowledging their enduring value and the need for transformation. While experts believe physical classrooms remain essential for socialization, collaboration, and hands-on learning, they also recognize that technology integration has enhanced the classroom experience. However, the physical classrooms will shift from one dimension to multidimensional, accommodating diverse learning needs. Nevertheless, considering the current scenario in our country, a complete transformation of physical classrooms will be a significant challenge for our educational infrastructure.