Media literacy and digital citizenship: Student self-perceptions in a Peruvian university

The relationship between Media Literacy (ML) and Digital Citizenship (DC) is fundamental, as critical media understanding directly promotes ethical participation in digital environments. This study examines this interaction among students at a public university in Peru, using a quantitative, cross-s...

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Autores: Turpo Gebera, Osbaldo, Rosales-Márquez, Cinthia, Gutierrez-Aguilar, Olger, Chirinos-Tovar, Karina, Ramirez-Garcia, Antonia, Aguaded, Ignacio
Formato: artículo
Estado:Versión publicada
Fecha de publicación:2025
País:Perú
Recursos:Universidad Científica del Sur
Repositorio:Revistas - Universidad Científica del Sur
Idioma:español
OAI Identifier:oai:revistas.cientifica.edu.pe:article/2200
Acesso em linha:https://revistas.cientifica.edu.pe/index.php/desdeelsur/article/view/2200
Access Level:acceso abierto
Palavra-chave:Citizenship
media literacy
digital divide
digital competence
life skills
Ciudadanía
alfabetización mediática
brecha digital
competencia digital
competencias para la vida
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Resumo:The relationship between Media Literacy (ML) and Digital Citizenship (DC) is fundamental, as critical media understanding directly promotes ethical participation in digital environments. This study examines this interaction among students at a public university in Peru, using a quantitative, cross-sectional design with an analytical, correlational, and explanatory approach, based on a sample of 906 participants. The results revealed a positive and significant correlation between ML and DC (β=0.477, p<0.001), of moderate intensity, indicating the influence of factors such as the digital divide. No significant differences were found by gender, but a slight disadvantage in DC for women was observed, highlighting the need for inclusive strategies. Additionally, it was identified that dimensions of ML, such as critical media evaluation, have a significant impact on DC, emphasizing the importance of adjusting curricular content.