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Defining Digital Competence for Older Preschool Children.
Inna A Kalabina1, Tatyana K Progackaya1
1Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia, Saint-Petersburg, Russia.
Psychology in Russia : State of the Art
|February 3, 2023
Summary
Preschoolers show basic digital skills but lack safe and effective usage knowledge. This study highlights the need for targeted strategies to enhance children's digital competence.
Area of Science:
- Child Development
- Digital Literacy
- Educational Technology
Background:
- Children aged 5-7 years have extensive early technology exposure.
- Ongoing debate surrounds digital interaction's impact on child development.
- Developing tools and concepts for safe digital exploration is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define digital competence for older preschoolers.
- To assess current digital skills and understanding in this age group.
Main Methods:
- Child interviews and digital device interaction observations.
- Card game activities and parental surveys were employed.
- A mixed-methods approach assessed digital competence.
Main Results:
- Older preschoolers possess general digital technology awareness.
- Entertainment is the primary driver for children's technology use.
- Limited understanding of safe and effective digital practices was observed.
Conclusions:
- Digital competence is a relevant framework for studying preschooler-digital interactions.
- Findings can inform educators and parents on fostering child-friendly digital engagement.
- Strategies are needed to improve preschoolers' safe and effective technology use.
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