The Place of Digital Technology in Ghanaian Children’s Fantasy of Ideal Childhood

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Qualitative research reveals Ghanaian children perceive digital technology as essential for education and leisure.

Children’s fantasy of ideal childhood prominently includes digital technology, depicting both communal and personal devices.
Analysis involved 47 children aged 10 to 13, who shared their perspectives through narrative essays on digital device use.
Thematic analysis revealed a focus on positive experiences with digital technology, especially in educational contexts.
Suggested implications include supporting digital device use in schools with appropriate guidelines from the Ghana Education Service.

Acquaye et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Qualitative research reveals Ghanaian children perceive digital technology as essential for education and leisure.

Children’s fantasy of ideal childhood prominently includes digital technology, depicting both communal and personal devices.
Analysis involved 47 children aged 10 to 13, who shared their perspectives through narrative essays on digital device use.
Thematic analysis revealed a focus on positive experiences with digital technology, especially in educational contexts.
Suggested implications include supporting digital device use in schools with appropriate guidelines from the Ghana Education Service.

Acquaye et al. (2025) studied this question.

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