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Cyber and Digital Literacy

Cyber literacy refers to having the skills to effectively use computer technologies while understanding their implications and knowing where to find reliable online resources. Digital literacy involves having the skills needed to live, learn and work in a society where communication and access to information occurs increasingly through digital technologies like the internet, social media and mobile devices. It is an important skill for university students and future careers as it allows one to interact, share information and collaborate digitally in an ethical manner.

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Cyber and Digital Literacy

Cyber literacy refers to having the skills to effectively use computer technologies while understanding their implications and knowing where to find reliable online resources. Digital literacy involves having the skills needed to live, learn and work in a society where communication and access to information occurs increasingly through digital technologies like the internet, social media and mobile devices. It is an important skill for university students and future careers as it allows one to interact, share information and collaborate digitally in an ethical manner.

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What is cyber literacy?

While the word “literacy” alone generally refers to reading and writing skills,
when you add on the word “cyber” before it, the term encompasses much,
much more. By definition, Cyber Literacy means the ability to use computer
technologies effectively and to simultaneously understand the implications of
those actions. It is also important to know where to go to find reliable and
accurate resources in cyberspace, otherwise known as cyber intelligence. The
word understanding is key here, as it goes beyond knowing how to use the
technology but to have a consciousness of one’s actions.

What is digital literacy?

Digital literacy means having the skills you need to live, learn, and work in a society where
communication and access to information is increasingly through digital technologies like internet
platforms, social media, and mobile devices.

Communication is also a key aspect of digital literacy. When communicating in virtual


environments, the ability to clearly express your ideas, ask relevant questions, maintain respect, and
build trust is just as important as when communicating in person.

You'll also need practical skills in using technology to access, manage, manipulate and create
information in an ethical and sustainable way. It's a continual learning process because of constant
new apps and updates, but your future self will thank you if you keep your digital life in order!

Digital literacy is really important now, while you're a university student. It'll also be really important
in the future when you enter the professional world. In your workplace you'll be required to interact
with people in digital environments, use information in appropriate ways, and create new ideas and
products collaboratively. Above all, you'll need to maintain your digital identity and wellbeing as the
digital landscape continues to change at a fast pace.

Today’s digital tool

1. Socrative

Socrative professes to be “your classroom app for fun, effective classroom


engagement”. In a nutshell, it is a cloud-based student response system, allowing
teachers to immediately test student understanding by way of mini-quizzes, assigned to
them on class laptops or tablets. Quizzes can be multiple choice, graded short answer,
true-false, or open-ended short response. Socrative’s strength lies in its “on the fly”
assessment method, providing teachers with valuable and timely feedback. X

2. Scratch

Scratch is a simple, fun, and engaging introduction to programming, designed


specifically for 8 to 16-year-olds. Users can combine music, graphics, and photos to
create interactive games, animations, and slideshows. All of their creations are
shareable with others in a student’s online community. It’s important to note that
Scratch will really only teach programming concepts, not so much real, authentic
programming.X

3. Prezi

According to Prezi, “creating, giving, and tracking beautiful interactive presentations is


as easy as 1,2,3” with their cloud-based presentation software. Prezi presentations are
nothing like your traditional presentations; zooming in and out and moving side to side
across one single, very attractive and modern canvas, focusing in on images and videos
inputted by the user. Prezi is very popular and consistently receives excellent reviews. X

4. SelfCAD

SelfCAD is a free, cloud-based 3D CAD software package for students. It is incredibly


easy to use, yet provides an authentic, ‘real world’ 3D design experience. Another
notable feature— SelfCAD has teamed up with MyMiniFactory, to provide a database of
already completed 3D printable designs, making thousands of 3D objects available for
immediate 3D printing. All round, it is a very powerful and effective tool for learning in
STEM, and a number of schools are getting on board.X

 5. Quizlet / Quizlet Live

Quizlet provides a platform for students and teachers to create and share their own
learning materials, including flashcards and diagrams. Quizlet Live is the free in-class
quiz game, produced by Quizlet, that can then bring these learning materials to life. In
this engaging and interactive game, students must all contribute, stay focused and
communicate well to win. Quizlet consistently receives excellent reviews and is a great
way to bring study notes to into the 21st century.X

6. Google Classroom

Google Classroom is a powerful community based social tool for learning. It allows
students to post questions and receive answers from their teachers and fellow students.
Furthermore, teachers can post intriguing questions and lesson materials for review at
home. It can also be integrated with other Google products such as Google Forms,
which can be a great way to get feedback from students. X

7. Adobe Spark Video

Spark Video is part of the Adobe Spark suite. The application enables students to


produce short, animated, narrated explainer videos. Students can easily add photos,
video clips, icons, and voice, as well as professional-quality soundtracks and cinematic
motion to their video creations. Video and vlog making is a great way to engage
students creatively, and an ‘out of the box’ approach to class projects or reviewing
learning materials.X

8. Khan Academy

With Khan Academy you can literally learn anything; all for free. Lessons are presented
by way of videos, interactive activities, and challenges. Learners also earn badges in line
with their achievements and can save their progress to their own profile. Khan Academy
is a great way to supplement your teaching, provide extra work to your gifted and
talented students or help those who are struggling with certain content. X

9. Seesaw

Seesaw is an easy to use learning portfolio application, enabling students to document,


showcase and reflect on what they are learning at school. Work can be made accessible
to parents as well. The collective monitoring of learning by students, teachers, and
parents is a great way to motivate students, and the tool is incredibly popular with
teachers.X
10. Class Dojo

Class Dojo is a free classroom communication, community building, and behavior


management application. A well-behaved student body is associated with better
learning for everyone in the class as it minimizes distractions and improves student
focus. Class Dojo enables teachers to not only track behavior and share this with
parents, but also assign students tasks which build positive behavioral skills and traits. X

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