Digital fluency: Going beyond digital literacy

IN an increasingly digital world, the concept of digital literacy has become a buzzword. Schools, workplaces and governments across the globe have emphasized the importance of digital literacy for years. Our children, or the digital natives of our country, including those who belong to Generation Alpha, are automatically considered as digital literate, with their consciousness developing together with their use of technology.

However, as technology continues to evolve, it is becoming clear that merely being digitally literate is no longer sufficient. The need of the hour is digital fluency, a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of digital tools and technologies. For those who are taking care of their senior parents, there is no better time to be digitally fluent than right now, as we caretakers of our elderly have to be more vigilant based on the increasing pace of technological advancement.