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. 2026 Jun 15;26:973. doi: 10.1186/s12909-026-09626-5

Table 1.

DigCompOrg: Thematic elements and Sub-elements (Own Illustration based on Kampylis et al. 2015)

Leadership & Governance Practices Integration of Digital-age Learning is part of the overall mission, vision and strategy
Strategy for digitalage learning is supported by an implementation plan
A Management and Governance Model is in place
Teaching and Learning Practices Digital Competence is promoted, benchmarked and assessed
A rethinking of roles and pedagogical approaches takes place

Professional Developmenta

In contrast to the other dimensions, the dimension „Professional Development” of the DigCompOrg framework does not have sub-elements

 Assessment practices Assessment Formats are engaging and motivating
Informal and Non-Formal Learning are recognized
Learning Design is Informed by Analytics
 Content and Curricula Digital Content and OER are widely promoted and used
Curricula are redesigned or reinterpreted to reflect the pedagogical possibilities afforded by digital technologies
 Collaboration and Networking Networking, sharing & collaboration is promoted
A strategic approach is taken to communication
Partnerships are developed
 Infrastructure Physical and Virtual Learning Spaces are designed for digital-age learning
The digital infrastructure is planned and managed
 Sector-specific element(s) Sector-specific descriptor(s)

aIn contrast to the other dimensions, the dimension „Professional Development” of the DigCompOrg framework does not have sub-elements