The concept of 'digital natives' has been widely debated since Marc Prensky popularized it in 2001. While it is true that younger generations have grown up with digital technology, recent research suggests that this familiarity does not automatically translate into advanced digital literacy. A 2020 study by the OECD found that students who used computers frequently at school did not necessarily perform better in digital reading assessments. Instead, those who used them moderately, with clear pedagogical guidance, achieved higher scores. This indicates that mere exposure to technology is insufficient; critical thinking and the ability to evaluate online information are skills that must be explicitly taught. Consequently, educators should focus on integrating digital literacy into curricula rather than assuming that young people inherently possess these competencies.
❓ 지문에 따르면, 학교에서 컴퓨터를 자주 사용하는 것이 더 나은 디지털 읽기 성과로 이어지지 않는 주된 이유는 무엇인가?
A. A) 학생들은 학업적인 과업보다는 오락을 위해 컴퓨터를 사용하는 것을 선호한다.
B. B) 디지털 리터러시는 단순한 노출이 아닌 명시적인 교육과 비판적 사고 능력을 필요로 한다.
C. C) OECD 연구는 읽기 능력만 측정했을 뿐, 다른 디지털 기술은 측정하지 않았다.
D. D) 노년층이 젊은 층보다 기술 사용에 더 능숙하다.
✅ 正确答案
B) Digital literacy requires explicit teaching and critical thinking skills, not just exposure.
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