q2 lesson 9-10 Flashcards
describes the unequal distribution of information and communication technology across nations, “gap between information-haves and -have nots”
Digital divide
2 CONTRIBUTING (MAJOR) FACTORS to Digital divide
access
understanding
FACTORS FOR DIGITAL DIVIDE EXISTENCE
Infrastructure
Geography
Government Restrictions-
- obtaining a digital connection (infrastructure)
Access
- skills on how to use
Understanding
*- differences impacting access and quality of internet services
Infrastructure
Using online platforms (social media, blogs, websites) to raise awareness,
mobilize support, and bring about social or political change.
Digital activism:
*- where remote or rural areas face more challenges in connectivity
Geography
which can limit access to information and technology through
censorship or lack of investment in digital infrastructure.
Government Restrictions-
Utilizing digital platforms to gather ideas, resources, or support from large groups of people.
Crowdsourcing:
ICT enables people to reach global audiences, influencing policy and social norms.
Online advocacy and campaigns:
ICT provides access to educational resources through online learning
platforms like MOOCs, Google Classroom, and others.
E-learning platforms:
: ICT tools such as Google Docs, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams promote real- time collaboration and communication in education.
Collaboration tools
ICT bridges the gap between rural and urban areas, offering educational opportunities to those in remote locations.
Equal access to education:
Ensuring that all people, regardless of socioeconomic status, have access to digital resources and services.
Digital inclusion:
Governments use ICT to deliver services, increase transparency, and foster greater participation in governance through online voting systems, digital government services, and open data platforms.
E-governance:
ICT has revolutionized business models through platforms such as Amazon, Alibaba,
and Lazada, enabling businesses to reach global markets.
e-commerce:
Businesses use ICT to market their products and services via social media, websites, and search engines, leading to targeted and efficient marketing strategies.
Digital marketing:
ICT facilitates remote work, allowing businesses to operate flexibly with virtual teams and digital communication tools.
Remote work:
ICT supports environmental sustainability efforts by enabling efficient energy
management, reducing waste, and promoting sustainable practices.
Green technologies:
: ICT connects activists, governments, and organizations
globally to tackle climate change through shared information, innovation, and solutions.
- Global collaboration for climate change
is known for its advanced e-governance system, allowing citizens to vote online, access health services, and complete governmental transactions through digital platforms. This system promotes transparency and efficiency.
Estonia