DIGITAL LITERACY AND CREATIVE COMPETENCE DEVELOPMENT IN CONTEMPORARY VISUAL ARTS EDUCATION

Olimova Mohidil Sherzod qizi

Navoi State University 70110501 – Master’s Program in Fine Arts 1st-year Master’s Student

Keywords: digital literacy, visual arts education, creativity, innovation, blended learning, project-based learning, digital tools, graphic design, creative competencies, student engagement.

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Abstract

This article explores the significance of digital literacy in developing creative competencies among students studying visual arts. As technology increasingly shapes educational environments, the integration of digital tools has become a necessary component of modern art education. The study highlights how digital platforms, graphic design software, animation tools, and interactive learning systems transform artistic expression and improve creative problem-solving skills. Various pedagogical strategies for enhancing digital literacy—including blended learning, project-based learning, and collaborative online environments—are examined. The findings suggest that incorporating digital literacy into visual arts instruction enhances innovation, engagement, and academic performance while preparing students for the technological demands of contemporary creative industries.

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