Abstract
The use of the Internet has significantly influenced modern human interaction and life as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and WhatsApp have become the dominant media for communication and business. Ghana, along with other countries, has witnessed a surge in Internet users, with over 23 million people accessing the Internet by the beginning of 2023. Current scholarship examines social media in various disciplines including education, banking and business. However, there are growing concerns about the efficient use of social media in Ghana. This study explored internet usage practices among the youth in Ghana, encouraging a more prudent and beneficial way of leveraging the digital landscape.The study analyzed data from a specific Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) training program by comparing it with existing national records and policies. The findings underlined an urgent demand for further training opportunities for youth in Ghana, a need that remains unmet.The study also contributes to the understanding of the challenges and opportunities of Internet usage and the impact of social media in Ghana, emphasizing the importance of NGO training initiatives and the relevance of continuous efforts to equip Ghanaians with the necessary digital skills and knowledge to make informed decisions in the ever-evolving digital era.
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Vida Awinime Bugri, Horizons University, France
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Conference: IICE2024
Stream: Educational policy
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Bugri V. (2024) Bridging the Digital Divide: Empowering Ghanaian Youth Through Prudent Internet Usage and Social Media Training ISSN: 2189-1036 – The IAFOR International Conference on Education – Hawaii 2024 Official Conference Proceedings https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2189-1036.2024.35
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2189-1036.2024.35
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