ESG
Capgemini ’ s Subrahmanyam Kanakadandi and Jean-Baptiste Perrin discuss the link between digital skills among the youth and the advancement of sustainability
Today ’ s world is facing a twin challenge : recovering from the pandemic , and struggling to become more sustainable . As we shift from the pandemic , a big realisation across companies and governments alike is the role that education plays in ensuring an analytical and scientific response to the challenges we face .
In recent years , we ’ ve seen the rise of terms such as digital natives associated with the younger generation . However , the ability to use digital devices and consume digital content does not necessarily translate well to enhancing employment prospects for all . Today ’ s digital world , with its massive amounts of information and misinformation , requires an unprecedented level of fluidity from students . They must be able to distinguish fact from opinion , objectivity from bias , and honesty from insincerity in an online setting .
They must understand the risks of technology and the internet , and how to mitigate those risks . At the same time , the digital world requires them to have the soft skills of an adapter , a creator , a problem solver , and a critical thinker . Are students ready ?
60 September 2023