What is Digital Literacy?

“Those capabilities which fit an individual for living, learning and working in a digital society” (JISC 2011)

For example:

• the use of digital tools to undertake academic research;
• the use of specialist digital tools and data sets;
• writing and critical thinking;
• digital professionalism;
• communicating ideas effectively in a range of media;
• producing, sharing and critically evaluating information;
• collaborating in virtual networks;
• using digital technologies to support reflection and PDP;
• managing digital reputation and showcasing achievements.

 

“The term ‘digital literacy’ relates to: the functional skills of knowing about and using digital technology effectively; the ability to analyse and evaluate digital information; knowing how to act sensibly, safely and appropriately online and understanding how, when, why and with whom to use technology.“ (BECTA 2010)

This interactive digital literacy graphic links into the NTU CAS Digital literacy Framework which is based on the JISC digital literacy info kit.

Further information on internal & external resources to support Digital Literacies.