The role of adults in children digital literacy

Abstract

Collected data from different studies show how users acquire great skills in terms of technology’s use, but they don’t gain such skills in a safe use of technology. The objective of this study is to identify the level of digital literacy on a sample of teachers and families. It can be observed a lower competence when managing their own identity on the Internet, and in general, lower competences when it comes to take part in conflict situations on the Internet, as well as the ones related to management of digital identity. In terms of children’s digital literacy, adults play a very significant role in three main aspects: (1) As direct responsible of their digital literacy. (2) As enablers of behaviour models which promote a positive conviviality and cyber conviviality. (3) As adult referents which children can ask for help.