On Digital Divide within a Developing Country: Investigating Gender and Location Influence in ICT Study Engagement in Cambodia
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In Cambodia, as in many parts of the world, access to Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) education is crucial for individual empowerment and national development. However, disparities in access and participation persist, particularly regarding gender and geographical location. Structured into two studies, our research e↵ort investigates these inequalities by analyzing data from the Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology (CADT) entrance exams conducted between 2020 and 2022. Study 1 focuses on gender di↵erences in ICT study engagement, revealing significant disparities in application and success rates among men and women. Study 2 explores location differences in ICT study performance, highlighting the impact of unequal technological development across urban and rural areas. Our findings underscore the urgent need to address these disparities through targeted interventions. Such initiatives could be supported by developing Culturally-Aware Technologies targeting characteristics and challenges within Cambodian society.
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