Saturday, April 4, 2009

Midterm 2

How does van Dijk define access?
Access is defined in four different ways:
  • mental access, which can be impeded by a lack of interest, computer anxiety, or the unattractiveness of new technology
  • material access, or the possession of a computer with network connections
  • skills access, or the ability to use computer programs and the social support and education to learn these skills
  • usage access, or the opportunity to use the technology.


What are the different types of digital skills?
There are three types of digital skills: instrumental, informational, and strategic.
  • Instrumental digital skills are those which include the ability to operate hardware and software.
  • Informational skills include the ability to operate the equipment and search for information.
  • Finally, strategic skills include using information for one’s own purpose.

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