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Students using technology
Digital Literacies
Digital literacies can be defined as the skills for living, learning and working in a digital society. ECU has a commitment to ensure our students actively and productively engage with learning technologies and digital and information literacies that will support readiness for their future careers.
According to the Australian Government’s Digital Literacy Skills Framework, 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 considered by the government and employers as essential for individuals to participate effectively in today’s society These skills are taught and assured as part of ECU’s fourth course learning outcome: Use digital technologies and literacies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.
Resources
- Digital Literacy Framework - Link
The ECU Digital Literacy Framework outlines strategies and actions which will develop student and staff digital literacy skills.
- Digital Essentials - Link
Digital Essentials is an online resource which contains modules on digital citizenship, digital safety, online communication, and SLIDE (Student Learning in a Digital Environment)
- Digital Literacies - PDF File, 261.7 KB
Links
- JISC Guide: Developing Digital Literacies - External link