Foundations of Digital Literacy

What is your digital footprint? Can you spot fake news? Are you interested in exploring the fascinating world of AI?

Unlock your digital literacy with our free, online microcredential.

The Foundations of Digital Literacy is a self-paced course that will introduce you to new tools, technologies and ways of thinking about today's digital environment.

Made up of highly interactive and thought-provoking modules and activities, the course will allow you to explore several different topics, including;

Digital security
Digital footprints
Diversity and accessibility
Digital citizenship
Artificial intelligence
Gamification

This course is offered free of charge and upon completion, you will qualify with a formally recognised Microcredential from Bond University.

Course information

Learn about and experience new tools, technologies and ways of thinking about the digital environment. This course will help you to think critically, communicate better and be a responsible digital citizen.
Delivered in 12 short, self-paced modules, this course will increase your awareness and knowledge about a range of digital topics such as digital footprints and security, fake news and artificial intelligence.
Who should complete this course?

This course is for anyone who has any digital presence in their everyday life, such as social media, the internet, computers and phones, and is keen to develop their digital intelligence.
It has been designed as a comprehensive and inclusive resource that will empower you with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in the digital age, regardless of your background or current level of expertise.
Please note, the Foundations of Digital Literacy is an equivalent course to the 11 and a Half Things for Digital Literacy.
Course outcomes
Upon completion of the course, you will be able to:
- Recognise the value of evaluating information sources and digital tools.
- Identify suitable approaches for the responsible management of your digital footprint.
- Recognise the importance of digital security and the implications of online behaviour.
- Recall the benefits of participating in and creating diverse and inclusive online environments.

Learn about and experience new tools, technologies and ways of thinking about the digital environment. This course will help you to think critically, communicate better and be a responsible digital citizen.

Delivered in 12 short, self-paced modules, this course will increase your awareness and knowledge about a range of digital topics such as digital footprints and security, fake news and artificial intelligence.

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