Digital Literacy should be taught across all grade levels, in all content areas, by all teachers. Use the Building Digital Literacy guide, from LDOE, to ensure that you are targeting the skills needed for your students.
The skills are divided into seven specific categories:
Basic Computer Operations
Word Processing
Spreadsheet
Presentation and Multimedia Tools
Acceptable Use, Copyright, Plagiarism, Online Safety
Research and Information Gathering
Communication and Collaboration
Digital Literacy instruction should be naturally worked into your daily instruction and routines. Conduct mini lessons on proper computer usage before beginning a new concept. Highlight digital literacy standards during your Digital Citizenship lessons (see our Digital Citizenship section of this site for lesson plans).
Starting Digital Literacy Skills as early as kindergarten will provide the foundation for proper digital habits for years to come.