The use of information and communication technologies by young people with intellectual disabilities in the context of digital inequalities and digital exclusion
Journal Title: E-methodology - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 5
Abstract
Thesis. Although we have convincing data on the use of the Internet by young people in the general population (also adults), our knowledge about its use by people with disabilities remains a lot more limited. The reasons for this include a shortage of research on access to ICT, the use of such technologies by users with varying disabilities, and the support they receive in this respect. This applies in particular to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Aim. The aim of the paper is to introduce the state of knowledge and selected challenges for the research field and the practice addressing young people with intellectual disabilities. The article is also focused on the different dimensions of inequalities and proposes a model of the areas of implementation of media education practices. Conclusions. The role of ICT in the life of people with intellectual disabilities (ID) should be analysed in the context both of benefits and barriers that may create the risk of exclusion. In terms of benefits, the analysis pertains to the Internet e.g. as a tool for new forms of interactions with the world, as a sphere of freedom and independent functioning as well as a chance for their empowerment. When analysing the context of the risk related to the use of the Internet by young people with ID one should not neglect e.g. various forms of abuse and other threats.
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Piotr Plichta
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- DOI 10.15503/emet.v5i5.521
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