Digital Maturity Inventory (DIMI)

DIGYMATEX has developed a new tool to help researchers measure young people’s digital maturity.

The multi-dimensional Digital Maturity Inventory (DIMI) is offered in English, German, Danish, Dutch, Slovakian, Greek and Spanish.

Building on theories of psychosocial maturity and self-determination theory, DIGYMATEX researchers conceptualized Digital Maturity as a novel view on young people’s digital technology use.

DIMI provides a reliable and valid measure to study digital technology usage by children.

Autonomous Choice to Use Mobile Devices

Using mobile devices out of one’s own choice rather than a feeling of obligation or compulsion.

Autonomy Within Digital Context

Deliberately choosing and pursuing goals in digital contexts according to own interests and values.

Digital Literacy

The technical skills to use mobile devices and the internet in a safe and effective manner.

Individual Growth in Digital Contexts

The ability to use mobile devices and digital contexts for personal learning and growth.

Digital Risk Awareness

Managing risks related to mobile devices and the online environment by being aware of potential dangers and influences.

Support-Seeking Regarding Digital Problems

The ability to seek support from others when encountering problems regarding mobile devices or digital contexts.

Regulation of Negative Emotions in Digital Contexts

The ability to control and effectively regulate negative emotions due to frustrations in digital contexts.

Regulation of Impulses in Digital Contexts

The ability to control one’s behaviour and inhibit emotional reactions due to frustrations in digital contexts.

Respect Towards Others in Digital Contexts

Acting respectfully when engaging with others and in content one shares online.

Digital Citizenship

Using mobile devices and digital contexts to contribute to society by showing active civic engagement for social, societal, and environmental causes.

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