Overview

The activity is being conducted under the initiative of the department of Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) to evaluate user experience (UX) to enhance digital literacy through interactive mobile, web applications and digital access among EWS communities is improving, particularly through smartphones and internet services . Targeted at socio-economically vulnerable and digitally underserved communities, this study aims to assess user behavior, accessibility challenges, and current competency levels in navigating essential mobile apps and digital public infrastructure. The program evaluates community awareness regarding intuitive design, safe app usage, digital payments, and e-governance platforms while identifying key usability and socio-technical barriers to digital adoption. Conducted through interactive usability workshops and hands-on app demonstrations, the session provides a supportive environment to empower participants with practical digital skills, safe internet practices, and accessible design solutions.

Objectives of Event

  • To evaluate user interaction patterns, mobile application usage habits, and accessibility needs across essential digital platforms.
  • To map usability barriers and socio-technical challenges in order to recommend targeted digital literacy training and user-friendly, inclusive app designs.
  • To assess digital access and digital literacy among EWS households, including smartphone, internet and basic digital-service usage.
  • To identify key barriers to digital inclusion, such as affordability, lack of skills, device availability and digital safety awareness.
  • To examine the use of digital technology for education, employment, financial services and government schemes

Convener Details

Patron:

  • Prof. (Dr.) Sibaram Khara - Vice-Chancellor, Sharda University
Convener Details
  • Dr. R. C. Singh - Dean Academic Affairs, Sharda University

Co-ordinators:

  • Mr. Deepansj Raj, Assistant Professor, CSE,  Sharda University
  • Ms. Meghna Shrivastav, Program Manager - Community Connect, Sharda University
  • Mr. Abhishek Pandey, Deputy Manager – Community Connect, Sharda University
  • Mr. Amarjeet Yadav, Assistant Manager – Community Connect, Sharda University

Speaker Details:

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