The digital divide is the socioeconomic gap created between communities, cultures, or individuals with different levels of access to digital tools. Those with unfettered access to broadband internet and computers have advantages over those who lack adequate internet connectivity, which can lead to far-reaching negative consequences for the latter. The digital divide between countries can […]
Technology is everywhere and is now an integral part of societies worldwide. As a result, a digital divide has formed between people who have digital skills and people who do not. This divide prevents people without digital skills from advancing in their careers and getting higher-paying opportunities. It’s particularly important to teach digital literacy in […]
Today, digital technologies are more central to our daily lives than ever before. However, many people lack access to, or knowledge of, critical digital skills that are necessary to use online platforms. To ensure that every person is able to navigate the internet, schools should consider implementing a digital literacy curriculum. Digital literacy in the […]
The digital divide represents the gap between individuals who have easy access to resources like computers and the internet and those who do not. Without access to the internet and related digital technology, people are at a disadvantage socially and economically. They cannot participate as easily in society or invest as easily in their education […]
Computer literacy and digital literacy are related yet distinct. Understanding the difference is important to ensure people learn skills that equip them for the future. So what is the difference between computer literacy and digital literacy? Computer literacy encompasses the basics of how to use the computer itself. To be literate, you must know how […]
Before use of the internet exploded in the mid-1990s, the question, What is digital literacy? coincided with how to use a computer. The simple process of turning on and using a device required some proficiency. Early PCs required understanding a computer’s physical assembly: connecting cables, inserting floppy disks, and booting the operating system with MS-DOS. […]
If you’re reading this article on a digital device, you’re probably not surprised by how easy it was to find or how quickly it loaded. But for millions around the world, this article is out of reach. While easy access to the information, services, and opportunities of the digital world is commonplace for many, millions […]
What advantages does a child whose family owns a personal computer have over a child who doesn’t have computer access? What benefits does a fast internet connection have on a person’s education, work opportunities, income, and societal standing? Digital equity is a crucial concept because it focuses on enabling every person to participate in and […]
Internet communications technology (ICT) has become integral to daily life. However, millions of senior citizens struggle to navigate the internet. As technology advances, older people are falling further and further behind when it comes to ICT competencies. Accessibility barriers, harmful misinformation, and increasingly sophisticated scams are only some of the issues that the elderly face […]
There’s a major gap between people who can access and use digital technology and those who can’t. This is called the digital divide, and it’s getting worse as 3.7 billion people across the globe remain unconnected. But what causes the digital divide, and how can we stop it? Technology is developing faster than ever, and […]
