Digital Literacy and Inclusive Accessibility: Strengthening Holistic Student Development

Volume 11, Issue 2, 2026

International Journal of Commerce and Management Studies, ISSN 2456-3684

Paper Title

Author Name and Affiliation

Rukesh Shelar

Department of BBA, Dr. D.Y. Patil Arts,, Commerce & Science College, Pimpri, Pune-18, Maharashtra, India, E-mail: rukesh.shelar@dypvp.edu.in

Abstract

In the twenty-first century, educational systems continue to fight with break down of learning experiences that concern only on academic achievement, frequently neglecting students’ emotional, social, and developmental needs. There is a vital need for an integration, scalable prototype that closes this gap and foster comprehensive student development is what influences this essay. A detailed foundation that merges academic strictness with social-emotional learning, community involvement, digital literacy, and universal accessibility is put forward by the proposed Whole Child, Whole Journey model. This model comes up with a useful and versatile answer for a variety in learning conditions. It is built on the conceptual insights of Dewey, Bronfenbrenner, and Comer and is enhanced by latest tools like SEL programs and educational technologies. The study’s conclusions give an idea that holistic and integrative viewpoint are not only realistic but also required for creating well-rounded students. Academic, emotional, and social sector saw significant improvements, and continuous benefits were noted in urban, suburban, and rural settings. These results support the adaptability and methodical capacity of the concept. This approach is utilised in curriculum development, school reform initiatives, overall educational methods, and policy-level work. Stakeholders may invent dominant learning abode that brace each student’s fair access, well-being, and lifetime development by accepting a whole-child approach.

Keywords

Holistic development, Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), emotional intelligence, cognitive, Digital Literacy

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DOI

DOI: 10.67061/ijcams.2026.vol.11.issue.02.8112

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