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Spain's Digital Competence: ICILS Results
Analysis of Spain's performance in the International Computer and Information Literacy Study (ICILS), highlighting key findings on student digital skills, regional disparities, and socioeconomic factors.
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- Are there significant regional differences in digital competence within Spain?
- While Spain's overall performance was moderate, Catalonia significantly outperformed other regions, demonstrating regional disparities in digital competence. This suggests a need for targeted interventions at regional levels.
- What is the impact of socioeconomic background on digital competence scores in Spain?
- Socioeconomic background strongly influences digital competence scores; in Spain, students from wealthier homes scored 69 points higher than those from poorer homes. This gap is significant and reflects broader societal inequalities.
- What was Spain's overall performance in the ICILS digital competence assessment compared to the EU average?
- Spain's 13-year-old students scored slightly above the EU average in the ICILS digital competence assessment, with a score of 495 out of 500. This places them comparably to Germany, France, and Italy.
- In what aspects does Spain lag behind the EU average regarding digital learning resources and opportunities?
- Spanish students lag behind the EU average in several areas, including access to computers and quality internet at home, limiting their digital learning opportunities. This is especially pronounced in certain regions.
- How did girls perform compared to boys in the assessment, and how does this relate to other educational assessments?
- Girls significantly outperformed boys in digital competence across most countries, including Spain, where girls scored 19 points higher than boys. This contrasts with other assessments where boys often excel in math and science.