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Journey to Smart Bangladesh: Realities and Challenges Ahmed, Tanji; Hasan, Nazmul; Akter, Runa
International Journal of Qualitative Research Vol. 3 No. 2 (2023): November
Publisher : CV. Literasi Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47540/ijqr.v3i2.980

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Bangladesh, a nation renowned for its resilience and quick growth, has started on a transformational path to become a "Smart Bangladesh." This vision entails utilizing technological advancements to enhance the lives of its citizens, improve governance, and foster sustainable economic growth. To identify the obstacles preventing the realization of a fully smart nation, this study evaluated the current technological landscape, governmental initiatives, and societal integration. Moreover, the study assessed policy gaps, infrastructure constraints, socioeconomic barriers, and citizen engagement. Therefore, the main purpose of the study was to comprehensively measure the trajectory towards a 'Smart Bangladesh.' The study was conducted using a qualitative approach, whereas secondary data were analyzed to reach its findings. The findings of the study revealed the paradigm shift from digital Bangladesh to smart Bangladesh, the development approaches of digital Bangladesh to smart Bangladesh, the diagnoses of transforming digital Bangladesh to smart Bangladesh, and the implications of smart technologies (IoT, AI, blockchain technology, big data analysis, etc.) in transforming digital Bangladesh to smart Bangladesh. Similarly, the study highlighted the challenges behind implementing smart Bangladesh. However, collaboration among the government, private sector, academic community, and civil society is essential for implementing smart Bangladesh. Additionally, it is essential to establish exhaustive policies, laws, and regulations to govern emerging technologies and protect citizen rights. Nevertheless, the findings of the study will provide both theoretical and practical contributions, especially in building the potential of technology to drive sustainable development, uplift communities, and shape a brighter future for all its citizens.
“From digital to smart”: Unlocking Bangladesh’s future through digital literacy and inclusive innovation Hasan, Nazmul; Mostafa, Md. Golam
Journal of Educational Management and Instruction (JEMIN) Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): January - June 2025
Publisher : UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22515/jemin.v5i1.11552

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Bangladesh experiences a crucial developmental transition when moving from Digital Bangladesh into Smart Bangladesh on its path toward technological progress and knowledge-based development. The foundation of a smart nation depends on digital literacy because it facilitates the transformation toward Smart Bangladesh. The study investigates how digital literacy creates Smart Bangladesh through economic progress and innovation while enabling people empowerment in the evolving digital environment. The study determines digital literacy knowledge bases for different population groups in Bangladesh while identifying digital education implementation barriers and analyzing digital education program development and implementation initiatives. The research employed both primary and secondary data collection methods in its mixed-methods approach. Training regarding digital literacy processes reached 58% of respondents and Novice knowledge streamed at 40.4% and 34% of participants learned digital skills by attending online courses. The research shows that weak digital educational standards account for 34% of the problem while area accessibility restrictions stand at 34% and 47.6% of stakeholders fail to get involved actively and the government performs poorly at 58% along with 32% of participants expressing dissatisfaction with the digital learning system. According to the research it is critical to establish strategic policies along with coordinated initiatives and sturdy infrastructure that will make digital literacy a thrust for maintaining sustainable development and achieving inclusive growth. The discourse efforts to transform Bangladesh into a digital age resilient and smart nation are advanced through Investment in digital infrastructure (32%), Access to digital devices and internet connectivity (36%), and Funding and resources allocation (42%).