Beyond traditional literacy in the digital age
The global literacy rate has come a long way. From a mere 10% in 1800, to today: 87% of adults worldwide possess basic reading and writing skills. This remarkable shift means that only one in ten people remain illiterate, a stark contrast from two centuries ago.
In today’s digital world, new forms of literacy such as media, digital, data, social, climate, financial, and health literacy are essential.
What can we learn from traditional literacy efforts and how can we support the new forms of literacy, including digital, data, and AI literacy?
A three-pronged approach is recommended: embedding new literacies within education, leveraging technology and expertise, and involving parents and the wider community. This requires a cross-sector coalition with sustained government support and funding to build a literate, thriving world in the age of AI and automation.
You can read the full article at Global literacy amid digital world, progress and new frontiers (diplomaticourier.com)