Digital Transformation in Accounting Education: A Comprehensive Review of Teaching Strategies and Emerging Paradigms

The rapid digital transformation of the accounting profession has created a pressing need to realign accounting education with the digital economy's demands. However, traditional curricula often fail to incorporate emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and data analytics, leaving graduates ill-prepared for modern workplace challenges. This study addresses this gap by comprehensively reviewing teaching strategies and emerging paradigms in digital accounting education. Specifically, it explores integrating digital technologies into curricula, the role of experiential learning methods such as simulations and work-integrated learning, and key themes like online teaching, multimedia courseware, and the balance between traditional and digital teaching approaches. The findings reveal that the incorporation of advanced technologies and experiential learning methods significantly enhances students’ technical, intellectual, and interpersonal skills, preparing them for the complexities of the digital age. Multimedia courseware and online platforms further enrich learning experiences by promoting engagement and catering to diverse learning styles. Despite these benefits, challenges such as faculty training gaps, resource constraints, and resistance to change hinder effective implementation. The study underscores the importance of adopting a balanced approach that leverages the strengths of both traditional and digital teaching methods. Theoretical implications include the need for multidisciplinary frameworks that integrate technology with innovative pedagogies, while practical implications highlight the importance of institutional support, industry collaboration, and continuous professional development for educators. This study contributes to the literature by synthesising insights from diverse research strands and providing actionable recommendations for stakeholders. Future research should focus on longitudinal studies, cross-cultural analyses, and empirical evaluations to further validate and expand upon these findings, ensuring that accounting education remains adaptive and future-ready in an increasingly digital world.

Digital Transformation, Accounting Education, Experiential Learning, Multimedia Courseware, Teaching Strategies

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