{"id":274548,"date":"2023-12-20T18:35:11","date_gmt":"2023-12-20T13:05:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/?p=274548"},"modified":"2023-12-20T18:35:11","modified_gmt":"2023-12-20T13:05:11","slug":"measuring-digital-literacy-why-india-must-measure-digital-literacy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forumias.com\/blog\/measuring-digital-literacy-why-india-must-measure-digital-literacy\/","title":{"rendered":"Measuring digital literacy -Why India must measure digital literacy"},"content":{"rendered":"

Source<\/strong>: The post measuring digital literacy has been created on the article \u201cWhy India must measure digital literacy\u201d<\/strong> published in \u201cIndian express\u201d<\/strong> on 20th December 2023.<\/p>\n

UPSC Syllabus Topic:<\/strong> GS paper2- governance- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector\/Services relating to Health, Education<\/p>\n

News<\/strong>: This article highlights the importance of digital technology in education and the need for youth to have digital skills for the future economy.<\/p>\n

What is the current condition of youth education in India?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Increased Elementary Education Enrollment<\/strong>: <\/strong>The percentage of children aged 6-14 not in school dropped to 1.6% in 2022, showcasing significant progress in elementary education.<\/p>\n

Slower Secondary School Transition<\/strong>: <\/strong>Despite the Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan’s launch in 2009, the transition to secondary education has been gradual, with a decline in out-of-school children aged 15-16 from 16.1% in 2010 to 7.5% in 2022.<\/p>\n

COVID-19 Impact<\/strong>: <\/strong>The pandemic led to extended school closures, affecting education, especially at the primary level.<\/p>\n

Why should India measure digital literacy?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Supporting Educational Goals<\/strong>: <\/strong>With the increase in smartphone usage from 36% in 2018 to 74.8% in 2022, measuring digital literacy helps ensure that digital tools effectively support education.<\/p>\n

Economic Development<\/strong>:<\/strong> As the World Development Report suggests, understanding digital literacy is crucial for realizing the potential of the digital dividend in economic growth.<\/p>\n

Pandemic Recovery<\/strong>:<\/strong> The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the necessity of digital literacy for uninterrupted learning, making its measurement vital for educational resilience.<\/p>\n

Future Workforce Preparedness<\/strong>: <\/strong>Accurate measurement of digital literacy is key to preparing India’s youth for a digital economy, ensuring they can contribute productively.<\/p>\n

What are initiatives to enhance digital literacy in India?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

National Digital Literacy Mission (NDLM)<\/strong> and Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (DISHA)<\/strong> (2014-2016): Aimed to train 52.50 lakh candidates in digital literacy.<\/p>\n

Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA)<\/strong> (Since 2017): Targeted to impart digital literacy in rural India, covering 6 crore households.<\/p>\n

Way forward <\/strong><\/p>\n

To maximize India’s demographic and digital dividends, India must focus on enhancing digital literacy and accessibility. As smartphone usage in rural areas rose to 74.8% in 2022, leveraging this for educational resources and skills development is crucial. Continued support for youth aspirations will drive economic participation and growth.<\/p>\n

Question for practice:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Evaluate the significance of measuring digital literacy in India, considering its impact on education, economic development, and workforce preparedness.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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