SPIRITUALITY AND TECHNOLOGY: A PHILOSOPHICAL REFLECTION ON MODERN EDUCATION
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Spirituality, technology, modern education, educational philosophy, digitalization, ethical reflection, humanistic values.Abstract
This paper provides a philosophical reflection on the intersection of spirituality and technology in modern education. As digital tools become increasingly central to teaching and learning, concerns arise about the marginalization of spiritual values in favor of performance, efficiency, and standardization. Drawing on educational philosophy, ethics, and contemporary critiques of technology, the study explores how education can preserve its humanistic and spiritual mission in the face of digital transformation. The discussion argues that technology, while powerful, must be guided by moral intention and integrated with pedagogical approaches that support personal growth, self-awareness, and ethical reflection. The paper concludes that a balanced integration of spirituality and technology can foster learners who are not only informed but also morally grounded and spiritually conscious.Downloads
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