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Stanko Pelc

achieved a low level in communication using ICT and digital communication
channels. Over half of the users (5.9%) achieved a low level of digital com-
petence development. The weakest sub-area in the domain of teaching and
learning using digital technologies is ICT-Supported Knowledge Assessment
(5.9% respondents achieved a low level of digital competence develop-
ment).
The findings highlight the need for targeted training and support in these
specific sub-areas to enhance the digital competencies of faculty and associ-
ates. By addressing these weaknesses, institutions can empower their educa-
tors to effectively utilize digital technologies for teaching, learning, research,
and communication.

Examples of the Use of Digital Technology in Pedagogical Process
at the University of Primorska
Since 18, the University of the Primorska hosts an annual conference ded-
icated to the exchange of ideas between its faculty and the presentation of
good practices in the use of digital technology in the pedagogical process.
The conference, called ‘Lastovke,’1 continues even after the completion of the
project ‘Innovative with Technology to Knowledge’ (InoTeZ), under which it
was designed. The mentioned project also played a very important role dur-
ing the pandemic, as the project team members were equipped with the nec-
essary knowledge and experience to quickly apply to the needs of transition
to online lecturing with the support of appropriate digital technologies.
From the mid-s onwards, the University of Primorska has been using
the Moodle learning management system. However, prior to the pandemic,
its utilization was significantly below its potential, with only a handful of uni-
versity teachers using it at a higher level of complexity. One of the primary
goals of the aforementioned project was to change this, and unsurprisingly,
the first conference focused heavily on Moodle, particularly on knowledge
assessment using quizzes. In addition, some other tools that teachers can
find useful in the pedagogical process were presented (e.g., Kahoot, Base-
camp, Flipboard, Turnitin, WhatsApp, Web Quest, Notion, Obsidian, Jamovi,
JASP, Mentimeter).
In pre-Covid years, university faculty from various departments present-
ed numerous examples of the use of digital technology in teaching, such
as how it can be used to support the thesis preparation process, facilitate

1 Swallows: the birds bringing the spring (bringing something new, fresh; annnouncing the
change).

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