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Hello World · Apr 29, 2025 · 32 min

Are young people tech-savvy or tech-dependent?

In this thought-provoking episode, we look at the myth of the “digital native.” Are young people truly tech-savvy or are they simply reliant on digital tools without understanding the underlying mechanics? Join Anna Lahtinen (Haaga-Helia University), Sway Grantham (Raspberry Pi Foundation) and Nicole O’Connor (Digi Know This) as they debate the complexities of digital skills, access and education. Discover how the label “digital native” can mask crucial issues and learn what real digital literacy looks like today.

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In this thought-provoking episode, we look at the myth of the “digital native.” Are young people truly tech-savvy or are they simply reliant on digital tools without understanding the underlying mechanics?

Join Anna Lahtinen (Haaga-Helia University), Sway Grantham (Raspberry Pi Foundation) and Nicole O’Connor (Digi Know This) as they debate the complexities of digital skills, access and education. Discover how the label “digital native” can mask crucial issues and learn what real digital  literacy looks like today. 

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