digital literacy
[/ˈdɪdʒɪtəl ˈlɪtərəsi/]
nounfemininepl: digital literacies
letramento digital
1. The ability to understand, use, and evaluate digital technologies effectively and safely
Digital literacy is essential for students to succeed in modern education.
O letramento digital é essencial para os alunos terem sucesso na educação moderna.
2. The skills required to access, evaluate, and create information using digital devices and the internet
The government launched a program to improve digital literacy among elderly citizens.
O governo lançou um programa para melhorar o letramento digital entre os idosos.
3. The competence to use computers and digital tools for professional and personal purposes
Employers increasingly demand digital literacy from job candidates.
Os empregadores exigem cada vez mais letramento digital dos candidatos.
In Brazil, digital literacy has become a critical focus in educational policy due to socioeconomic disparities in technology access. The term 'letramento digital' is preferred over 'alfabetização digital' in formal contexts, emphasizing functional competence beyond basic skills. In the USA, digital literacy is increasingly recognized as a fundamental skill comparable to traditional literacy, particularly post-pandemic with remote work and learning becoming prevalent.
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