The onset of COVID-19 has heightened the awareness of educators across disciplines regarding emerging pedagogies that can ensure continuous learning for students from diverse cultural backgrounds during and after the pandemic. This study focused on the importance of optimizing digital instructional delivery in technical education in the post-COVID-19 era. The research was guided by two key questions: whether digitized instruction should be prioritized in technical education, and the rationale behind its importance. A qualitative approach was employed for data collection and analysis, with 21 participants who were experts in technical education, holding doctoral degrees and extensive relevant experience. Data was gathered through interviews, conducted both face-to-face and via social media, and analyzed using content analysis. The study's findings underscored the necessity of optimizing digital instructional methods in technical education for the new normal. Based on these findings, the study recommends that educators in technical education embrace digital teaching methods to meet the evolving pedagogical needs of students in the post-COVID-19 era.

Technical Education, Converged Learning, Digital, Instructional Delivery,COVID 19