Assessments
Northstar allows authorized individuals to proctor exams that may lead certifications in 9 areas.
Please contact the careercentermanagers@goodwill-ni.org to become a proctor or be tested for the certifications.
The Northstar Digital Literacy Project defines basic skills needed to perform tasks on computers and online. The ability of adults to perform these tasks can be assessed through online, self-guided modules. Included are basic computer digital literacy standards and modules in ten main areas: Basic Computer Use, Internet, Windows Operating System, Mac OS, Email, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Information Literacy. Assessments provide scoring, correct/incorrect and skills mastered/needing improvement, printable. When individuals pass the assessments at approved sites, they can obtain the Northstar Digital Literacy Certificate. This provides a credential for employment.
The Northstar Digital Literacy Project defines basic skills needed to perform tasks on computers and online. The ability of adults to perform these tasks can be assessed through online, self-guided modules. Included are basic computer digital literacy standards and modules in ten main areas: Basic Computer Use, Internet, Windows Operating System, Mac OS, Email, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Information Literacy. Assessments provide scoring, correct/incorrect and skills mastered/needing improvement, printable. When individuals pass the assessments at approved sites, they can obtain the Northstar Digital Literacy Certificate. This provides a credential for employment.
The Digital Literacy Course is for anyone with basic reading skills who want to learn the fundamentals of using digital technologies. The curriculum is written at a reading level like that of most newspapers around the world. Learners who complete the curriculum will understand basic computing concepts and skills.
The Digital Literacy Course is for anyone with basic reading skills who want to learn the fundamentals of using digital technologies. The curriculum is written at a reading level like that of most newspapers around the world. Learners who complete the curriculum will understand basic computing concepts and skills.
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