Digitalisation and work well-being: a qualitative study of techno-work engagement experiences related to the use of educational technology

Abstract

Purpose

The study explores techno-work engagement, which is a positive and fulfilling state of well-being with respect to the use of digital technology at work. It provides insight into the circumstances in which the educational use of ICT enhances work well-being.

Design/methodology/approach

A total of 60 Finns from the education sector wrote descriptions of situations in which they experienced techno-work engagement related to the use of educational technology. The responses were analysed qualitatively.

Findings

Participants experienced techno-work engagement not only when educational technology facilitated work, enabled progress and produced novelty value but also when working in collaboration and in a positive climate.

Originality/value

This first qualitative study of techno-work engagement deepens the understanding of positive well-being experiences associated with the use of educational technology. It also provides suggestions for leading technology-related work well-being in educational sector.

Citation

Mäkiniemi, J.-P. (2022), "Digitalisation and work well-being: a qualitative study of techno-work engagement experiences related to the use of educational technology", International Journal of Educational Management, Vol. 36 No. 2, pp. 152-163. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJEM-07-2021-0276