SMART EDUCATION FOR THE 21ST CENTURY: POST-DIGITAL ERA AND EMERGING DIVIDES.

This article examines the integration of smart technologies (ST) in education, highlighting opportunities such as personalized learning while also addressing challenges such as equity and access. Through a bibliographic analysis of regulations and curriculum trends in the US and Europe, pedagogical practices and design criteria that promote an ethical and effective use of ST are identified. The findings reveal a significant digital divide in education involving artificial intelligence (AI), underscoring the need to foster both technological and human competencies. The article proposes an approach that combines the use of AI with training in critical skills within intercreative digital environments, while addressing the socio-emotional needs of students. In conclusion, the study emphasises the importance of developing educational frameworks that effectively integrate AI, addressing ethical and social challenges to ensure a more inclusive and adaptive learning experience. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]