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Digital Literacy: What is digital literacy?

A guide to achieving and maintaining skills to thrive in the 21st century

What is digital literacy?

Digital literacy is the ability to identify and use technology confidently, creatively and critically.

Skills and capabilities that demonstrate digital literacy include

  • using technology

  • finding, using and critically evaluating information

  • communicating, collaborating and participating in online environments

  • creating online content

  • managing your online identity

(Source: https://developingemployability.edu.au/what-is-digital-literacy/)

TEDx talk: Doug Belshaw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=A8yQPoTcZ78

Why is digital literacy important?

Digital literacy 'incorporates the ability to search and navigate, create, communicate and collaborate, think critically, analyse information, and address safety and wellbeing using a variety of digital technologies. These skills are essential for individuals to participate effectively in today’s society.'

 https://docs.employment.gov.au/system/files/doc/other/digital_literacy_skills_framework_accessible.pdf)

 

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