Unlocking Potential: The Impact of ICT on Female Education and Employment in Bangladesh
The Journal of Rural DevelopmentVol. 45, No. 2, January 2023, pp. 53-76.BARD, Cumilla, Bangladesh
Unlocking Potential: The Impact of ICT on Female Education and Employment in Bangladesh
Tanjil Ahmed*
Tamanna Akter**
Abstract
The widespread adoption of ICT in recent years has opened up new avenues for female learners and job seekers, creating opportunities for skill development and career advancement. Therefore, this paper explores the impact of ICT on female education and employment in Bangladesh and identifies the potential for future growth and development. The study was conducted using a quantitative approach, and data were collected from 400 respondents. The findings reveal that the majority of female students reported having access to ICT tools (84% of female students had access to smartphones, 33% computers, and 38% tablets), which indicates closing the digital gender gap in education. Besides, the majority of female employees articulated that they have access to ICT tools (87% of female employees had access to smartphones, 40% to computers, and 34% to tablets) that offer versatility and enable easy access to information and communication technologies in their employment.
Key Words: ICT, Female Potential, Empowerment, Female Education, Female Employment
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