Assessment of Internet Literacy Skills among the Post-Graduation Students of Bangalore University: A Case Study

Authors

  • Dhanalakshmi V Dept. of Library & Information Science, Bangalore University, Benagaluru – 560056. Author
  • Dr. M. Raghunandana Dept. of Library & Information Science, Bangalore University, Benagaluru – 560056. Author

Keywords:

ICT, Literacy, Information Technology, Post-Graduation students, social and professional lives, Post-Graduation Students

Abstract

In the present (ICT) information and communication technology-driven world, social and professional lives are becoming more and more dependent on our ability to navigate and interact online. The Internet has emerged as a powerful educational tool. Hence students, scholars, and other academic fertility need to be aware of what these internet skills entail and how they differ between common users. The present survey results for internet literacy usage patterns and access to e-resources are highlighted. In addition, some of the respondent's issues have been examined, and a few quick solutions and recommendations have been listed.

Keywords: Internet, ICT, Literacy, Information Technology, Post-Graduation students, Bangalore University

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2024-12-25

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Assessment of Internet Literacy Skills among the Post-Graduation Students of Bangalore University: A Case Study (Dhanalakshmi V & Dr. M. Raghunandana , Trans.). (2024). Journal of Indian Library Association, 60(04), 574-579. https://journal.ilaindia.net/index.php/lib/article/view/586

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