Even though they are digital natives, some young people face difficulties in using computers, according to parents, teachers, and recruiters on social media. But, with the evolution of the technology market — the expectation is an annual growth of 27.6% between 2024 and 2030, according to a study by Grand Review Research — children and adolescents need to learn this and many other skills.digital skillsthat will impact your future.
To go beyond the introduction into the technological market, they can count onprogramming and robotics classes, which will help develop skills in logical thinking, reasoning, and communication; useful competencies for all life, whether in personal or corporate routines.
“The acceleration of the IT market is resulting in the emergence of new careers, which, in turn, create demand for professionals who have differentiated digital skills. Young people who learn this as early as possible will be able to, in addition to moving around in the digital adult world, stand out in their roles in the job market”, comments Henrique Nóbrega, CEO and founder ofCtrl+Playtechnology and innovation franchise network
With the skills acquired in technology classes, children and teenagers will be able to improve, in turn, several digital skills, which are the basis of alldigital communication.It enables a hassle-free and efficient relationship through all digital channels. Mastering it involves knowing how to express oneself adequately and dealing with different languages, audiences, and contexts, which will enable the development of other skills.
THEcomputational thinkingIt is also a key point for the future professional and can be acquired through programming and robotics classes. It involves the ability to solve complex problems logically, using fundamental principles of computing. Typically present in the IT field, professionals pursuing this career will be able to formulate problems, create solutions, organize data, analyze information, and represent concepts in an algorithmic manner.
Finally, it is also necessary for these future professionals todata analysis, applicable in various careers.It is the ability to collect, interpret, organize, and extract information from data sets using digital tools and platforms. This skill ends up exercising interpretation, critical thinking, effective communication, and data-driven decision-making, skills that are constantly cultivated through programming activities.
How to acquire the skills?
Learning can start at home, with digital education from an early age. From teaching about privacy on networks to encouraging the use of educational games and interactive apps, guardians can explore ways to spark young people's interest in the digital world in a healthy manner.
"It is common for people to think that technology cannot provide cognitive improvements. Everything depends on the conscious and not passive use of tools, which will teach skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, logic, mathematics, communication, and reading. Technology courses, such as programming and robotics, are an example of this learning and can be the key to qualifying new generations for the future," comments Henrique.
