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Participating in the Digital Age

In an increasingly digitalised and connected world, digital literacy is a critical skill for social life, working life and lifelong learning. This digital literacy course will provide you with knowledge of the standard technologies required to explore, access, create, publish and share information.

You will learn how to collaborate and provide access to information through use of these of digital tools. You will also engage with appropriate user policies to better understand how to protect your personal identity, privacy and rights in a safe and secure manner when communicating through digital technologies, and explore legal and ethical requirements.

Modules in this course include; Digital technologies, digital information and digital communications.

Module 1: Digital technologies

Topics explored in this module:

– ICT Literacy: Digital Apps and Platforms
– ICT Literacy: Infrastructure
– Media Literacy
– Digital Creation
– Publishing & Sharing

Module 2: Digital information

Topics explored in this module:

– Online environments
– Information sourcing
– Technology selection
– Information creation

Module 3: Digital communication

Topics explored in this module:

Module 4: Conclusion

Topics explored in this module:

– Course Quiz
– Take Home Messages
– What’s Next

Level: Proficient
Ideal for supervisors, team leaders and small business owners
Delivered 100% online
Complete in 4-6 hours
Self-paced learning
Interactive activities and case studies
Gain in demand skills
DeakinCo. Certificate

Why choose DeakinCo.

Part of world-leading Deakin University, DeakinCo. are pioneers of workplace transformation for the future of work. Our mission is to help organisations and individuals build the emerging and in-demand skills required to succeed in the workplace today - and tomorrow. We are trusted by some of Australia’s largest organisations and most recognisable brand names.

DeakinCo. have partnered with Navitas Professional, part of global education provider Navitas, to develop short courses that enhance both immediate workplace performance and future employability. Navitas transforms the lives of more than 70,000 students each year through education.