African Judicial Politics (Political Science focus)

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2008 No. 1 (2008)

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Digital Literacy in Rural Ethiopia: Adoption Outcomes of ICT Training for Adult Women

Goba Gebreab, Bahir Dar University Gebru Assefa, Department of Advanced Studies, Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI) Yekin Yohannes, Department of Research, Mekelle University Mulu Tekle, Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18877939
Published: July 5, 2008

Abstract

Digital literacy training programmes for adult women in rural Ethiopian villages have emerged as a critical component of broader ICT initiatives aimed at bridging the digital divide. No specific empirical data or methodology was employed within the scope of this piece; rather, an analysis of existing literature and case studies provides insights into the challenges and successes encountered during ICT training programmes for rural women. While significant progress has been made towards enhancing digital literacy through training programmes, there remains room for improvement in terms of sustained engagement and skill retention among participants. Future initiatives should focus on developing more tailored training curricula that address the specific needs and contexts of rural women, alongside efforts to promote long-term use and technological advancement within these communities.

How to Cite

Goba Gebreab, Gebru Assefa, Yekin Yohannes, Mulu Tekle (2008). Digital Literacy in Rural Ethiopia: Adoption Outcomes of ICT Training for Adult Women. African Judicial Politics (Political Science focus), Vol. 2008 No. 1 (2008). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18877939

Keywords

Geographic Terms Related to Africa: Ethiopia Relevant Topic Terms: Digital LiteracyICT AdoptionAdult EducationRural DevelopmentEmpowerment Programmes Methodological and Theoretical Terms: Qualitative ResearchQuantitative AnalysisParticipatory Approaches

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