7 components of digital literacy – Refers to a framework that outlines the essential skills and knowledge Indvidual's need to efficiently navigate, evaluate and create information in the digital world
1 - Critical Thinking and Evaluation
The ability to assess
Identifying misinformation and bias
2 - Online Communication & Collaboration
Using digital tools effectively
Understanding digital etiquette & identity
3 – Social Media & Digital Participation
Engaging in media responsively & constructively
Understanding the implications of online presence
4 – Digital Learning & Self Development
Using digital tools for personal and professional growth
Includes learning through online courses, tutorials, forums, etc.
5 – Digital Creation, Problem Solving, & Innovation
Creating digital content
Solving problems using digital technologies
6 – Digital Safety and Security
Protecting data/passwords & understanding cybersecurity
Recognizing & avoiding online threats
7 – Functional Skills
Having foundational technical skills to operate software
Includes using word processors, spreadsheets, browsers, etc.
Search Query – Word or phrases typed into a search engine. Ex. “Nearest Dunkin Donuts
Natural Language Query – A search query written in everyday human language
Spider – A program or automated script used by search engines to browse the internet and collect information about websites
Digital Footprint – A record or trail of dara you leave behind when using the internet
5 Basic Computer Components
1 – Motherboard
2 – Central Processing Unit
3 – Random Access Memory
4 – Hard Drive
5 – Power Supply
File – A collection of data or information
File Extension – the group of letters at the end of a file name indicating what type of file it is. Ex. Myproject.EXE
Zip File – A compressed file
SAAS – Software as a service – A way of delivering software over the internet instead of having to download it yourself
Digital Bubble – When a person's online experience is limited or shaped by algorithms
Generative AI – AI technologies designed to produce original outputs using learning patterns from large data sets
Prompt – An input or instruction given to a generative AI
The difference between the internet and the World Wide Web – The internet is the global network of interconnected computers and other devices. The World Wide Web basically runs on top of the internet. It is a network of information and documents linked together that you can browse on the internet
Browser – A software application that allows you to access, retrieve, and view content on the web
URL – Uniform Resource Locator – The address used to find a specific resource on the internet Ex. https:
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