Digital and Cyber Literacy
LESSON 3
Digital and Cyber Literacy
•The concept of digital literacy goes beyond
just knowing how to use a computer or the
internet. It encompasses a broad set of
competencies that enable individuals to
navigate the digital world effectively,
critically, and responsibly.
Seven Digital Literacy Competencies
•Functional Skills
The ability to use digital tools and platforms
(e.g., computers, smartphones, software) for
basic tasks such as sending emails, browsing
the internet, using applications, and
troubleshooting common technical issues.
Seven Digital Literacy Competencies
2. Information Literacy
• The skill to find, evaluate, and use information
effectively. This includes understanding how to
search for information online, assess the
credibility of sources, and determine the
relevance and accuracy of the content.
Seven Digital Literacy Competencies
3. Communication and Collaboration
• Proficiency in using digital platforms to communicate
and collaborate with others. This involves
understanding digital communication norms (e.g.,
email etiquette, social media behavior) and using
tools for group work, such as video conferencing,
shared documents, and messaging apps.
Seven Digital Literacy Competencies
4. Critical Thinking
The ability to critically assess digital content,
media, and tools. This includes recognizing biases,
misinformation, or propaganda online and
understanding how digital algorithms influence
the information people are exposed to.
Seven Digital Literacy Competencies
5. Media Literacy
Understanding how media and digital content are
created and consumed. This includes knowledge
of how to create digital content (e.g., blogs,
videos, podcasts) and an awareness of the impact
that media can have on individuals and society.
Seven Digital Literacy Competencies
6. Digital Security and Privacy
Awareness of online safety practices, such as
creating strong passwords, recognizing phishing
attempts, and understanding privacy settings on
social media. This also involves managing
personal data and protecting it from breaches and
misuse.
Seven Digital Literacy Competencies
7. Cultural and Social Awareness
• The understanding of digital citizenship, including the
ethical implications of online behavior, respecting
diversity, and contributing positively to online
communities. This competency also involves
recognizing the global reach of digital interactions and
being mindful of cultural differences in
communication styles.
Digital Citizenship
• Refers to the responsible and ethical use of
technology by individuals. It encompasses the
norms, behaviors, and responsibilities associated
with online engagement in today's digital world.
As more aspects of daily life, education, work,
and social interaction occur online,
understanding digital citizenship is essential for
everyone.
Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship
1. Digital Access: Ensuring that everyone has equal
opportunities to access technology. This element
emphasizes the importance of bridging the digital
divide.
2. Digital Commerce: Understanding the buying and
selling of goods online. It includes being aware of
risks like fraud and understanding how to make
secure online transactions.
Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship
3. Digital Communication: The ability to communicate
with others using digital platforms. This includes
understanding appropriate etiquette and effective
communication across different digital channels (email,
social media, etc.)
4. Digital Literacy: The process of learning about
technology and its use. It includes not just
understanding how to use various tools but also how to
evaluate digital content critically.
Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship
[Link] Etiquette: Knowing how to behave
appropriately in the digital world. This involves
understanding rules of conduct and the impact of one's
actions on others in online spaces.
6. Digital Law: Recognizing the legal rights and
restrictions that apply in the digital world. This includes
understanding issues like copyright, plagiarism, and the
legal consequences of online actions.
Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship
7. Digital Rights and Responsibilities: Knowing that users
have rights to privacy, freedom of speech, and more, while
also understanding the responsibilities that come with these
rights, such as respecting others’ privacy and opinions.
8. Digital Health and Wellness: Focusing on the physical and
psychological well-being of users in the digital space. This
includes preventing issues like eye strain, mental health
problems from overuse of technology, and maintaining a
healthy digital-life balance.
Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship
9. Digital Security (Self-protection): Ensuring that users
take steps to protect themselves online. This includes
creating strong passwords, understanding data
protection measures, and avoiding digital threats such
as viruses and phishing scams.
