Digital skills critical for jobs and social inclusion

digital_skills_critical_for_jobs_and_social_inclusion-c-ferrantraite-istock-news.jpg ferrantraite/iStock.com 15 March 2018Did you know that 95 % of the global population lives in an area covered by at least a 2G mobile network? The rapid growth of Internet access and connectivity has paved the way for the development of a digital economy across the world. However, there are major inequalities due to lack of digital skills in both developed and developing countries. From 26 to 30 March 2018, Mobile Learning Week - UNESCO’s yearly flagship ICT in education event - will examine the types of skills…

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