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Research & Surveys

Reducing the digital divide among children aged 8-14 impacts their ability to acquire new skills and learning habits, fulfill their potential, and integrate into global economic & cultural society.

 

Research findings indicate that computers have a positive effect on computer literacy and self-image. All research and surveys conducted by professional and objective entities indicate that “Computer for Every Child” fulfills the goals that it has set out to achieve.

Computer Use

  • A majority of children who receive computers (96%) continue to use them throughout their lives.
  • Most children (92%) use a computer on a daily basis.

Digital Literacy

  • 85% of children report that they feel very knowledgeable after completing the course and using the computer, as opposed to approx. 30% of children who felt knowledgeable prior to the course.

Image & Achievements

  • Over 60% of parents reported that their children's participation in the project has elevated their scholastic accomplishments and social status.
  • Thanks to the project, 67% of students feel an improvement in their scholastic accomplishments, while 55% report that their social status has improved.
  • After receiving computers and the relevant instruction, the children's knowledge level increases significantly. 85% of children report a high knowledge level after completing the course, in comparison with 30% prior to the course.

Family Use

  • Approx. 80% of survey participants reported that their siblings use the computer. Approx. 50% report that their parents use the computer.

A Research – "Computer for the Entire Class"

  • Assessment results indicate a significant increase in digital literacy, over a two-year assessment period.
  • In comparison to international standards, approx. 60% of our 5th graders have mastered a high level of digital literacy skills, in comparison with only 2% of 8th graders all over the world, who displayed similar results.
  • It was found that students use the computer mainly for school purposes, which is testimony to the program's quality and its ability to unify learning within and outside of school.
  • The findings indicate that the students not only acquire computer skills, but are also able to enhance their computer usage experiences, due to accessibility and immediacy factors.