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How digital literacy is influencing career paths

STORY By MARY WAMBUI 

Globally, many young people especially the Generation Z have upheld the notion of digital literacy. Despite the handful number of career opportunities, many have found a diversion in the field of digital litaracy. 
Technological advancements have created jobs for many and shaped daily lifestyles as well as industries.

Due to the technological advancements, people are making it  online  at the comfort of  their homes or workplaces only with the access of a smart phones and  computer devices. This  has helped most of them to earn a living.

Digital literacy is seen to influence career paths as it has created a platform where every person with a degree or not  can  earn a living by only creating content online. Some of the  platforms include; TikTok , X , Instagram and YouTube. This is not all as even those with high career profiles have upheld the notion of digital literacy.

No limitations are put in place with regard to age, gender, education level, race,tribe and religion for one to earn through  these  platforms.

Another significant improvement is the incorporation of  digital  literacy programmes to the education sector  which will not only prepare students for a digitalized world  but also mark a significant impact to the economy of the country through various dimensions. Many people  are finding it easier to create content by uploading videos and making skits as the easiest possible way of  generating income in  their career paths and opportunities.

All these projects a picture of how  the world will look like in year 2030. It will be more of digitalization  basically in all sectors. They education, health, social services and nutrition. 

One of the major importance of digitalization   is that work will be made easier  and only less or no effort will be required.  Unemployment which has been a major challenge for the developing countries will be  reduced as many youths are finding their way to the  digital world. The economy will improve as a result of the taxes payed by the youths from their income. We are looking forward to a  digitalized economy.

The Writer is a Second Year Student at Chuka University pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies

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