Digital Literacy Initiatives in India: Bridging the Gap for Online Education

Abstract As technology continues to change, educational change is inevitable. A lot of research is being done to understand the pros and cons of online education as compared to face-to-face education. In India, there are many challenges and opportunities for online education. In this paper, we have identified key factors that will drive online education in India through a comprehensive literature review. We have identified internet penetration, low cost of online education, ease of doing course, government initiative, employer recognition and bridging gap as the key factors for the growth of online education. There are certain factors that are hindering the growth which include inadequate digital infrastructure, credibility and language used in online education. The paper also looks at the future opportunities in the education sector with the increasing number of internet users in India.