Introduction
Congratulations on completing Module 3: Digital Navigation Skills on your path to digital fluency.
Image 4.1
Source: eCampus Ontario
Description: A depiction of climbing a mountain that has five checkpoints. The final checkpoint at the top has a flag with a star. The first checkpoint shows a computer monitor; the second checkpoint shows a page or document; the third checkpoint shows a magnifying glass; the fourth checkpoint shows a lit lightbulb; the fifth checkpoint shows two speech bubbles demonstrating dialog. The first three checkpoints are shown in black and white with the other checkpoints shown in gray and white.
In Module 3, you learned about two digital skills:
Digital Research: adopting digital tools and technology to effectively conduct research
Specific topics included:
- using web browsers and databases;
- evaluating sources for quality; and
- determining intellectual property rights.
Learner Specific Digital Skills: assessing and applying transferable digital skills in learning environments
Specific topics included:
- navigating online courses;
- study skills; and
- maintaining a healthy use of technology.
In Module 4: Digital Creation Skills, you will focus on two more of the digital skills you were introduced to in Module 1:
Digital Creation: implementing new or unfamiliar digital tools and emerging technologies for the purpose of creation
Digital Problem Solving: troubleshooting technology and engaging in the inquiry process to represent data in various digital formats, to inform decisions
Module 4 will help you create digital products that demonstrate and document your post-secondary learning and professional growth, including presentations, websites, videos, and digital portfolios. In addition, you will learn how to troubleshoot technology issues and use digital tools to brainstorm and solve complex problems.
Module 4 Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this module, you will be able to:
- Explore digital content creation and curation techniques.
- Identify design thinking principles for digital projects.
- Employ inquiry skills to effectively alleviate technical challenges.
Before we move on, let’s pause and reflect!
Take a moment to revisit the self-assessment you completed at the start of Module 1. Reflect on your current level of proficiency with Digital Creation and Digital Problem Solving Skills.
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Source: eCampus Ontario
Description: Four columns. Each has a heading with an image below it, and below each image is a certain number of stars and some text. The first column is labeled “Emerging (Learning)” with a stack of four cubes arranged as if a corner; there is one star; the text reads: I am in the early stages of learning this skill. The second column is labeled “Basic (Practicing)” with a dumbbell weight; there are two stars; the text reads: I can use this skill to perform some tasks in my context. The third column is labeled “Proficient (Digital Literacy)” with a gear; there are three stars; the text reads: I can use this skill to perform most tasks in my context. The fourth column is labeled “Advanced (Digital Fluency)”; there are four stars; the text reads: I can use this skill for complex applications and problem-solving in my context.
Make a note of some personal goals (written or audio) to guide your learning in Module 4.
- Are there specific skills you hope to learn or practice in this module?
- Are there skills that you will need as a post-secondary learner?
- Are there skills you may need in your future workplace?