Digital Empowerment: A Psychological Fix for Unequal Access
New research touts "digital empowerment" as a psychological resource for female students. Empowerment isn't a mindset, it's an infrastructure.
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The focus on "digital empowerment" as a psychological state is a disingenuous dodge. It shifts responsibility from institutions to individuals, masking systemic failures in equitable access and effective digital infrastructure. True empowerment is not a feeling, but guaranteed, high-quality digital resources and robust technical support. Stop gaslighting students, fix the system.
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Understanding psychological factors can indeed boost digital engagement. Personal agency matters, even amidst broader systemic issues. It's not an either/or.
