8.1.2 Digital divide

• The digital divide is a multifaceted issue with two main aspects: access and usage
• Higher income individuals are more likely to afford digital technologies
• Younger individuals are more adept at using digital technologies
• Higher income individuals and households are more likely to afford digital technologies
• The digital divide is a multifaceted issue with two main aspects: access and usage.

  True
• Higher income individuals and households are more likely to afford digital technologies
• What is the digital divide?

  The gap between those with and without access to digital technologies
• Access to digital technologies includes hardware, software, and internet connectivity.

  True
• Rural areas often have limited access to reliable internet infrastructure.


  True
• Content in one's native language affects technology adoption.

  True
• Rural areas often face challenges in accessing reliable internet infrastructure.


  True
• What does the 'access' aspect of the digital divide include?

  Hardware, software, connectivity
• Rural areas often have limited access to reliable internet infrastructure.

  True
• The digital divide has two main aspects: access and usage
• Higher income individuals are more likely to afford digital technologies
• Younger individuals tend to be more adept at using digital technologies
• What is one economic consequence of the digital divide?

  Limited job prospects
• Match the strategy to bridge the digital divide with its description:

  Government Initiatives ↔️ Invest in broadband infrastructure

  Community-based Programs ↔️ Provide free internet access

  Private Sector Involvement ↔️ Offer discounted internet plans

  Multi-stakeholder Collaboration ↔️ Coordinate efforts between sectors
• Addressing factors like education, age, and income is crucial for bridging the digital divide.


  True
• What does the digital divide refer to?

  Gap in access to technology
• What does usage in the context of the digital divide refer to?

  Competence to use technology
• What correlates with increased digital literacy and usage?

  Higher education
• Why is addressing the digital divide crucial?

  Equitable access to services
• Match the factor with its description:

  Income ↔️ Ability to afford technology

  Geography ↔️ Limited internet in rural areas

  Education ↔️ Increased digital literacy

  Age ↔️ Younger individuals are more adept

  Language ↔️ Content in native language aids adoption
• What does the 'usage' aspect of the digital divide refer to?

  Competence to use technology
• What correlates with increased digital literacy and usage?

  Higher education
• Access to digital technologies includes hardware, software, and internet connectivity.


  True
• Rural areas often have limited access to reliable internet infrastructure.


  True
• Content available in one's native language can affect technology adoption.

  True
• The social consequences of the digital divide include reduced opportunities for communication and social engagement
• What is the role of community-based programs in bridging the digital divide?

  Provide free digital skills training
• What does usage in the context of the digital divide refer to?

  The ability to use digital technologies effectively
• How does education relate to the digital divide?

  Higher education increases digital literacy
• Order the factors contributing to the digital divide from most to least significant based on their impact.

  1️⃣ Income

  2️⃣ Geography

  3️⃣ Education

  4️⃣ Age

  5️⃣ Language
• The digital divide can create disadvantages in learning and skill development for students.


  True
• Technology companies can partner with governments to offer discounted internet plans