In other words, using modern digital technology for education will be faster, more interesting, more vivid and more flexible than traditional education. For example, there can be pictures, sounds and videos in class. At the same time, we use other mobile tools to spread knowledge, such as mobile phones and computers. This is suitable for those who are not suitable for time and place to study selectively anytime and anywhere.

Digital education was first put forward in 1990s, when technology developed rapidly and the development of computer technology made digital education possible. At that time, the education circle began to explore how to apply computer technology to education and how to use digital education to improve the educational effect.

The concept of digital education involves not only computer technology, but also network technology, multimedia technology and database technology. The concept of digital education also involves the change of teaching ideas, teaching methods and teaching environment. The concept of digital education also involves the training of teachers and the improvement of students' participation and awareness. The concept of digital education also involves curriculum design, the development and utilization of teaching resources and so on.

With the development of science and technology, digital education has undergone tremendous changes. It not only refers to the use of computers and other electronic equipment, but also refers to the use of network technology, multimedia technology and virtual reality technology to improve the process of teaching and learning. The development of digital education provides more possibilities for learners, which can effectively improve the teaching quality and learning efficiency, so that learners can better master knowledge and achieve self-development.