Investigation of parents' digital literacy levels regarding the use of mobile technology in early childhood: Opportunities and measures

Abstract

This study aims to understand parents' knowledge and perceptions about mobile technologies and their attitudes towards their children's use of mobile technologies at an early age. According to the preliminary findings of the study, although parents frequently use tablets, smartphones, or laptops in their daily lives, they expect their children to stay away from these technologies. The results of the study suggest that parents need to reconsider their approach to digital parenting. In addition, parents will receive recommendations on selecting appropriate content, implementing effective filtering and security measures, and choosing content suitable for the intended use of mobile technologies. These recommendations will help parents improve their digital parenting skills and positively impact their technological literacy, enabling them to be effective role models for their children. © 2024, IGI Global. All rights reserved.