Youth Thinking in The Digital Era: Problems and Solutions

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This article discusses global information systems, the development of human capital, strengthening the ideological immunity of young people, the proper use of information in the digital age, the development of thinking, and the need to enhance focus on these aspects at different stages of education. Methodological recommendations are provided on how to ensure that young people use information appropriately and are trained to be media literate. Keywords: Information usage, intellectual potential, consciousness and unconsciousness, artificial intelligence, human capital, types of thinking, media literacy. new social disruptions. Modern information has a Introduction: The era of globalization has brought direct impact on human thought processes. The changes to our spiritual and educational life that are information transmitted through digital technologies equivalent to centuries of transformation. People are influences a person’s external and internal perceptions now required to adapt to innovations, make informed and emotions. According to Freud, "everything that is choices about information, and pursue careers that suppressed from consciousness becomes align with modern demands to secure their place in life. unconscious." In today’s information age, unconscious In a time when our country is experiencing rapid processing often prevails over conscious innovative development, it has become a vital understanding. This can be attributed to several necessity to comprehensively develop the thinking, factors: creative ideas, and ingenuity of young people—our future leaders. Directing their knowledge, skills, and • The devaluation of time in society. abilities toward practical application has become an • A decline in critical thinking, an increase in essential requirement. fantasy-driven thinking, and growing indifference However, as young people increasingly turn to artificial among individuals. intelligence for solutions instead of traditional books, • A lack of systematic organization of critical questions arise: information sources based on clear principles. • What thoughts occupy their minds? • Information addiction—three years ago, • Are they falling into intellectual dependence by people were obsessed with TV series, while today, they relying too much on ready-made information? are addicted to the internet. • Do they have adequate skills to distinguish • Cybersecurity measures are not automatically between important and unimportant information? implemented. • How relevant is the information they prioritize • The spread of mass culture dominates various in their lives? social platforms and media. Foreign experts warn that the digital divide—between • Misinformation on social networks shapes those who lack access to digital media and those who public opinion. cannot critically evaluate media content—could lead to • Young people lack skills in filtering and American Journal Of Philological Sciences 194 https://theusajournals.com/index.php/ajps American Journal Of Philological Sciences (ISSN – 2771-2273) effectively using information. understanding the world around us in the 21st century. Recognized as a core competency, information literacy V.G. Belinsky once stated: "The sunlight that is integrated across all academic disciplines. Finland’s illuminates the Earth does not give it strength; rather, National Curriculum includes Information and it awakens the strength that already exists within it." Communication Technology (ICT) competence to Similarly, having access to information at the press of a strengthen students’ ideological immunity and critical button does not enhance one’s thinking; it merely thinking abilities. provides an opportunity for comprehension. Ultimately, the value of time is determined by the In education, young people tend to trust their life individual. People’s inability to manage their thoughts experiences more than theoretical knowledge. leads to a devaluation of time. Focusing one's mind on Research suggests that students learn more effectively productive ideas ensures that one does not become a when they teach each other. Self-assessment and victim of misleading information. Properly managing reflection allow students to understand their strengths thoughts allows individuals to use both the internet and weaknesses, thereby fostering personal growth. and time wisely. Scientists have noted: The Role of Education in Media Literacy "Thoughts contain a hidden force that enables change Pedagogical and methodological aspects play a crucial whenever a person desires." role in addressing this issue. Social interactions, family Thus, thinking involves refining perspectives on future influences, and various other factors are intricately strategies, making informed choices, acting proactively interconnected, requiring educators and guardians to in society, and defending one's decisions based on be highly attentive. As experts emphasize: knowledge. "Do not overprotect children from life’s problems.