EXPLORING THE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES OF INTEGRATING ICT IN TVET

The labor market is constantly affected by global events and techno-logical advancements, leading to a need for the workforce to continuously ac-quire new skills. Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) can provide such opportunities, with Information and Communication Tech-nology (ICT) playing a crucial role in facilitating the process. However, the full potential of ICT in TVET has not been fully realized, and there is a gap in the knowledge regarding its role. To contribute to the body of knowl-edge, this study has conducted a systematic literature review using Natural Language Processing (NLP) tools, including Word Cloud and Topic model-ing. The findings have shown common themes addressing the role of ICT in creating and distributing educational material, creating collaborative and interactive learning environments, and providing personalized learning ex-periences. This study has revealed challenges related to ICT infrastructure, availability of ICT skills, and technical challenges including cyber-security and technical support. Furthermore, the study has identified a knowledge gap in understanding the role of ICT in the learning value-creation process. As a practical implication, this study highlights the need for future research in the field, to address the knowledge gap related to the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in facilitating the value creation process in TVET. The findings have social implications for the development of TVET programs and the development of sustainable workforce, thus contributing to the achievement of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.