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(2023) . Analysis of predisposition in levels of individual digital competence among Spanish university students. Contemporary Educational Technology, 15(4), ep451. [https://doi.org/10.30935/cedtech/13420](https://doi.org/10.30935/cedtech/13420)  \nARTICLE INFO ABSTRACT  \n\n| Received: 26 Mar 2023\u003Cbr>Accepted: 2 Jun 2023 | The objective of this study was to identify university student profiles with different levels of predisposition and usage of digital competences in social communication and collaborative learning (CSCCL) as well as technology use in information search and treatment (CSTI) . The sample comprised 383 students from three state universities in Spain. The study employed a questionnaire called “basic digital competences 2.0 in university students” (COBADI) . Chisquared automatic interaction detection (CHAID) algorithm was used for data analysis due to its capability to handle both quantitative and qualitative variables, enabling profiling and the generation of predictive models with easily interpretable graphical representations (decision trees) . The results revealed a high level of digital competence in socialization and execution of tasks online, managing digital tools for planning study time, and using resources for information searching and browsing. These findings align with previous works on collaborative writing on the Internet and digital competence. However, students demonstrated low digital competence in data analysis processes and image production using social software apps, which has been linked to task complexity and heavy workload in other studies. Interestingly, the students’sociodemographic characteristics (age, sex, and university attended) did not influence their predisposition towards the analyzed digital competences. In conclusion, enhancing effective digital teaching in higher education can be achieved by incorporating the teaching of critical analysis of information, addressing information overload, providing instruction on social software apps, and emphasizing collaborative learning. These strategies aim to help students acquire and apply knowledge relevant to the current job market.\u003Cbr>Keywords: digital competence, university, collaborative learning, social communication, ICT, CHAID algorithm |\n| --- | --- |\n| INTRODUCTION |  |\n\nThe universities of the 21st century and the academic and professional development associated with higher education institutions require students to be increasingly digitally competent. This enables them to learn anywhere and at any time, as well as becoming active creators of digital content, contributing to their  \nlearning and career growth during their time at these institutions. Therefore, digital skills should be an integral part of the core competencies expected from all undergraduate students. By integrating digital competence into various subjects, students can better prepare for the evolving workplace. Analyzing the level of digital competence among university students and identifying areas for improvement can enh","cbCailqO8B48HkCn","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCailqO8B48HkCn","pdf",382546,16,"English","# Introduction\n## University Students’ Digital Competence","[{\"question\":\"What was the main objective of this study?\",\"answer\":\"To identify Spanish university student profiles with varying levels of predisposition and utilization of digital competences, highlight areas needing improvement, and examine differences related to sociodemographic variables.\"},{\"question\":\"How were the data and analyses conducted?\",\"answer\":\"The study used the COBADI questionnaire with 383 students and applied the CHAID algorithm to analyze relationships across quantitative and qualitative variables and produce decision-tree profiles.\"},{\"question\":\"Which digital competence areas showed higher and lower levels?\",\"answer\":\"Students showed high competence in socialization and executing online tasks and in using tools for planning and information browsing. They showed low competence in data analysis processes and image production using social software apps.\"}]","Analysis of predisposition in levels of individual digital competence among Spanish university students | PDF"]