The digital transformation of education is a critical juncture in the ongoing evolution of educational paradigms, delineating a trajectory that necessitates careful navigation. Teachers, as the vanguard of educational innovation, occupy a central role in this metamorphosis, with the enhancement of their digital literacy being paramount to their professional development. This imperative extends to English language instructors, who encounter a myriad of challenges in aligning with the digital shift. Thus, examining the digital transformation of education through the lens of ecosystem theory is of inestimable value, as it highlights the pivotal importance of bolstering digital literacy among English teachers within this transformative landscape. To augment the caliber of English education, it is imperative to integrate artificial intelligence into English language instruction and to proactively execute strategies aimed at elevating the digital literacy of teachers. By pursuing these measures, we can consistently enhance the professional development of English educators, thereby contributing to the robust and high-quality progression of Enlish education.

Digital literacy;Ecosystem Theory;Professional development of English teachers;Digital transformation of education

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Achievements of the National Social Science Fund of China: "Study on the construction of English education quality assurance System for primary and secondary schools in Northwest China" ( project number: 22XYY040). Achievements of Gansu University of Political Science and Law's school-level teaching reform project (key project): "Research on the Construction of Innovative Ideological and Political Teaching Team for English Majors" (project number: GZJG2022-A15).

DOI： https://doi.org/10.62639/sspjiess01.20240105

Published： 2024