Digital divide and cultural diversity: a study on technological inclusion in Higher Education for indigenous people

The digital divide in higher education exacerbates existing inequalities, particularly among Indigenous communities with limited access to technology, internet, and digital skills. In Mexico, this issue is intensified by infrastructural shortcomings and cultural barriers, which negatively impact the...

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Autores: Contreras Espinoza, Iván de Jesús, Garduño Espinoza, Yéssica Sandybel, Boroel Cervantes, Brenda Imelda
Tipo de recurso: artículo
Estado:Versión publicada
Fecha de publicación:2025
País:Brasil
Institución:Universidade La Salle (UNILASALLE)
Repositorio:Revista Diálogo
Idioma:español
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Acceso en línea:https://revistas.unilasalle.edu.br/index.php/Dialogo/article/view/12806
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Palabra clave:digital divide
higher education
Indigenous communities
cultural diversity
digital inclusion
brecha digital
educación superior
comunidades indígenas
diversidad cultural
inclusión digital
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Brecha digital y diversidad cultural: un estudio de la inclusión tecnológica en la Educación Superior para pueblos originarios
title Digital divide and cultural diversity: a study on technological inclusion in Higher Education for indigenous people
spellingShingle Digital divide and cultural diversity: a study on technological inclusion in Higher Education for indigenous people
Contreras Espinoza, Iván de Jesús
digital divide
higher education
Indigenous communities
cultural diversity
digital inclusion
brecha digital
educación superior
comunidades indígenas
diversidad cultural
inclusión digital
title_short Digital divide and cultural diversity: a study on technological inclusion in Higher Education for indigenous people
title_full Digital divide and cultural diversity: a study on technological inclusion in Higher Education for indigenous people
title_fullStr Digital divide and cultural diversity: a study on technological inclusion in Higher Education for indigenous people
title_full_unstemmed Digital divide and cultural diversity: a study on technological inclusion in Higher Education for indigenous people
title_sort Digital divide and cultural diversity: a study on technological inclusion in Higher Education for indigenous people
dc.creator.none.fl_str_mv Contreras Espinoza, Iván de Jesús
Garduño Espinoza, Yéssica Sandybel
Boroel Cervantes, Brenda Imelda
author Contreras Espinoza, Iván de Jesús
author_facet Contreras Espinoza, Iván de Jesús
Garduño Espinoza, Yéssica Sandybel
Boroel Cervantes, Brenda Imelda
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Boroel Cervantes, Brenda Imelda
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dc.subject.por.fl_str_mv digital divide
higher education
Indigenous communities
cultural diversity
digital inclusion
brecha digital
educación superior
comunidades indígenas
diversidad cultural
inclusión digital
topic digital divide
higher education
Indigenous communities
cultural diversity
digital inclusion
brecha digital
educación superior
comunidades indígenas
diversidad cultural
inclusión digital
description The digital divide in higher education exacerbates existing inequalities, particularly among Indigenous communities with limited access to technology, internet, and digital skills. In Mexico, this issue is intensified by infrastructural shortcomings and cultural barriers, which negatively impact the academic trajectories of Indigenous students. This study analyzes the impact of the digital divide on students from a university in the northwest region of the country, aiming to identify the main technological and cultural barriers they face and how these influence their academic performance and retention in higher education. A qualitative approach was used, including in-depth interviews and biographical narratives from three students belonging to the Pa ipai and Kumiai communities. Content analysis revealed patterns related to access, usage, and digital literacy, as well as cultural tensions surrounding the use of technology. Ethical guidelines were followed throughout the study, ensuring informed consent and participant anonymity. Results indicate that lack of infrastructure, limited connectivity, and low digital skills hinder active participation in virtual learning environments. Additionally, cultural differences and community traditions create tensions regarding the use of ICT, affecting technology adoption in rural Indigenous contexts. The study concludes that it is essential to implement strategies that respect cultural particularities and are supported by public policies aimed at improving infrastructure and digital competence. Such actions are crucial to uphold the right to education, reduce the digital divide, and foster a more inclusive and equitable higher education system for Indigenous communities.
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spelling Digital divide and cultural diversity: a study on technological inclusion in Higher Education for indigenous peopleBrecha digital y diversidad cultural: un estudio de la inclusión tecnológica en la Educación Superior para pueblos originariosdigital dividehigher educationIndigenous communitiescultural diversitydigital inclusionbrecha digitaleducación superiorcomunidades indígenasdiversidad culturalinclusión digitalThe digital divide in higher education exacerbates existing inequalities, particularly among Indigenous communities with limited access to technology, internet, and digital skills. In Mexico, this issue is intensified by infrastructural shortcomings and cultural barriers, which negatively impact the academic trajectories of Indigenous students. This study analyzes the impact of the digital divide on students from a university in the northwest region of the country, aiming to identify the main technological and cultural barriers they face and how these influence their academic performance and retention in higher education. A qualitative approach was used, including in-depth interviews and biographical narratives from three students belonging to the Pa ipai and Kumiai communities. Content analysis revealed patterns related to access, usage, and digital literacy, as well as cultural tensions surrounding the use of technology. Ethical guidelines were followed throughout the study, ensuring informed consent and participant anonymity. Results indicate that lack of infrastructure, limited connectivity, and low digital skills hinder active participation in virtual learning environments. Additionally, cultural differences and community traditions create tensions regarding the use of ICT, affecting technology adoption in rural Indigenous contexts. The study concludes that it is essential to implement strategies that respect cultural particularities and are supported by public policies aimed at improving infrastructure and digital competence. Such actions are crucial to uphold the right to education, reduce the digital divide, and foster a more inclusive and equitable higher education system for Indigenous communities.La brecha digital en la educación superior agrava las desigualdades, especialmente en comunidades indígenas con acceso limitado a tecnologías, internet y competencias digitales. En México, esta problemática se intensifica por deficiencias en infraestructura y barreras culturales, afectando la trayectoria académica de los estudiantes indígenas. Este estudio analiza el impacto de la brecha digital en alumnos de una universidad del noroeste del país, con el objetivo de identificar las principales barreras tecnológicas y culturales que enfrentan, y cómo estas afectan su desempeño académico y permanencia en la educación superior. Se empleó un enfoque cualitativo mediante entrevistas en profundidad y relatos biográficos de tres estudiantes de las comunidades Pa ipai y Kumiai. El análisis de contenido permitió identificar patrones relacionados con el acceso, uso y competencia digital, así como tensiones culturales en torno al uso de tecnologías. El estudio cumplió criterios éticos, garantizando el consentimiento informado y el anonimato. Los resultados muestran que la falta de infraestructura, la conectividad limitada y las escasas competencias digitales dificultan la participación en entornos virtuales. Asimismo, las diferencias culturales y las tradiciones comunitarias generan tensiones frente al uso de las TIC, afectando su apropiación en contextos rurales indígenas. Se concluye que es esencial implementar estrategias que consideren las particularidades culturales y que estén acompañadas de políticas públicas que fortalezcan la infraestructura y el desarrollo de habilidades digitales. Estas acciones son clave para garantizar el derecho a la educación, reducir la brecha digital y promover una educación superior más inclusiva y equitativa para las comunidades indígenas.Universidade LaSalle - Unilasalle Canoas2025-08-01info:eu-repo/semantics/articleinfo:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersionapplication/pdfhttps://revistas.unilasalle.edu.br/index.php/Dialogo/article/view/1280610.18316/dilogo.v1i57.12806Diálogo; n. 57 (2025)2238-9024reponame:Revista Diálogoinstname:Universidade La Salle (UNILASALLE)instacron:UNILASALLEspahttps://revistas.unilasalle.edu.br/index.php/Dialogo/article/view/12806/4857Copyright (c) 2025 Diálogoinfo:eu-repo/semantics/openAccessContreras Espinoza, Iván de JesúsGarduño Espinoza, Yéssica SandybelBoroel Cervantes, Brenda Imelda2025-08-01T21:24:20Zoai:ojs.revistas.unilasalle.edu.br:article/12806Revistahttps://revistas.unilasalle.edu.br/index.php/DialogoONGhttps://revistas.unilasalle.edu.br/index.php/Dialogo/oairevistas@unilasalle.edu.br||dialogo@unilasalle.edu.br2238-90241519-3640opendoar:2025-08-01T21:24:20Revista Diálogo - Universidade La Salle (UNILASALLE)false
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