Australian students hit record low in national digital literacy test results
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Summary
Australian students have recorded their worst-ever results in the national Digital Literacy Assessment (NPLA), with only 37% of Year 10 students and 50% of Year 6 students reaching proficiency. The test, taken by approximately 10,000 students in May 2024, assessed skills in creating presentations, searching for information, analyzing data, and online safety. Significant achievement gaps were found, with Indigenous students, those in remote areas, and those from low socio-economic backgrounds falling behind their peers. The results represent a continued decline in digital literacy skills among Australian school students.
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The testing showed concerning achievement gaps, with Indigenous students, those living in remote areas and those with low socio-economic advantage falling well behind their peers.
The 2025 results show a
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