Digital Competencies and Communication Skills Among College Students
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digital competence, communication, university studentsAbstract
The study examined the association between digital competencies and communication skills among students in education faculties at three public universities in Lima during 2024. A quantitative study was conducted using a non-experimental, cross-sectional design. The non-probability sample, stratified by university, consisted of 831 students. Two questionnaires using a five-point Likert scale were administered: one on digital competencies, comprising 34 items, and another on communication skills, comprising 42 items. Content validity was established through expert judgment, and high internal consistency was reported. The analysis was performed using Spearman’s rho coefficient. Digital competencies showed a positive and statistically significant association with overall communication skills (rₛ = 0.708; p < 0.001). Positive associations were also observed with expression (rₛ = 0.665), reception (rₛ = 0.618), and nonverbal communication (rₛ = 0.628); the relationship with assertiveness was weak (rₛ = 0.295). The findings suggest that strengthening digital competencies may be accompanied by improved communication performance, although the study design does not allow for the establishment of causality. It is recommended to integrate educational experiences that combine the critical use of technologies with oral, written, and socio-emotional interaction.
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