Module 3 Lesson 5

DIGITAL LITERACY
SKILLS IN THE 21ST
CENTURY
Presentation By: Group 8
 What is Digital
Literacy?
Digital literacies are the
individual’s capabilities to be
able to effectively and
responsibly function and
perform in a digital society.
Digital
is one’s ability to critically read information
Media Literacy or content and utilize multimedia in
creatively producing communications.

Literacies Information
is locating information from the web and
interpreting while evaluating its validity in
Literacy
order that it can be shared.

is knowing how to select and use digital

ICT Literacy devices, applications or services to accomplish
Learn how to verify
tasks requiring the use of the internet.
information.

Communications are one’s capabilities in being able to

and participate in the digital networks in the
Collaboration teaching and learning context.
 Digital Literacies
is being able to understand how to ensure safety and
Identity Management security in managing online identity and foster a
positive digital reputation.

There are ways of knowing how to utilize technology in

Learning Skills addressing the need to learn efficiently.

Protect against fraud.

is being able to link and participate in professional and
Digital Scholarship
research practices.
The Four Cs of the
21st Century Skills
The four C’s of the 21st Century Skills
refer to critical thinking, creativity,
communication, and collaboration.
All of these 21st century skills are
essential for students to do well in
school and succeed in the workplace.
The Four Cs of the 21st Century
Skills
Critical thinking is learning how to solve
1
problems.

2
Creativity requires students to think out of the
box and to take pride in what is uniquely
Awareness
theirs.
of Bias:
3 Communication makes students
Recognizeexpress their
and avoid
ideas in the clearest and organized
bias.
manner.

Collaboration happens when students know how to

4 work well with others to accomplish a given task
or solve a problem at hand.
In addition to the 4C’s, there are
Citizenship and Character. This is
making the person consider how
one behaves accordingly by
observing the norms and rules
that are in accordance with what
are socially and virtually
acceptable.
Digital Literacy
Skills
VS
Digital Literacy
 Digital Literacy
Skills
Digital Literacy Skills are required in the wired
world.Future teachers who will be handling
students considered as tech-savvy should equip
themselves with competencies and fluencies
needed to handle the fast-emerging tools and
applications that should be able to handle even
artificial intelligences.
Digital Coding is a universal language.

Literacy
Skills
The use of Google Docs among others allows
Collaboration students to begin experimenting with
effective online collaboration.

This used to store everything from photos

Cloud software to research projects,
Learntohow
term
topapers,
verify and
even music. information.

Word Google, Microsoft Online Drop Box are

Processing available for storage and management
Software solutions.
 Digital Literacy Skills
Students should be taught the concepts of metadata,
Personal
Archiving tagging, keywords, and categories to make it them
aware of how data are represented online.
Critical thinking to weed out fake news is a
Information crucial 21st-century skill. It is very much
Evaluation
needed

Social media serves different purposes

Use of Social
Media depending on the user, the technology, and
the need.
 Digital Literacy
Digital Literacy is more than just knowing how
to use digital tools; it’s about understanding
how to use them effectively and responsibly.

-this inloves technical ability to use cognitive

skills to find, evaluate, create, and share
information accurately.
 Practical Steps
DIGITAL LITERACY
DIGITAL SKILLS

1. Sending an email or text. 1. Evaluate the appropriate digital channel for online
communication with peers, teachers, and parents.
2. Using Microsoft Office /
2. Identify the benefits and drawbacks of each digital
Google. tool.

3. Tweeting, posting to 3. Navigate to social media safely to protect oneself.

Facebook, uploading a video to
YouTube, or posting a photo to 4. Evaluate the information online.
Instagram.
a. Is the site legitimate?
b. Is the author an expert?
4. Research from the worldwide
c. Is the information current or dated?
web d. Is the idea neutral or biased?
Conclusion
By building both digital skills and
literacy,we can use digital tools to
learn, connect, and contribute
positively in our communities and
especially of Teachers and students
can make informed choices and
contribute positively online.
ONLINE DISTANCE
EDUCATION AND
COMMUNITIES OF
LEARNERS
Module 4 Lesson 1
 Flexible Learning Environment Online Distance Learning

Any space can become a learning Online distance learning is a method

area, adding flexibility. Technology of education where students learn
enables remote participation, remotely via the internet instead of
creating virtual learning attending in-person classes.
environments, and libraries now
exist as both physical and online
resources.
 The Different
Platforms

Moodle
Martin Dougiamas, founder and CEO of
Moodle.
Acronym: Modular Object-Oriented
Dynamic Learning Environment.
A Learning Management System (LMS)
supporting teaching and learning.
 Google Classroom and Edmodo

Google Classroom aims to simplify the Edmodo is a learning

educational experience by keeping management system (LMS)
learning materials accessible in one place, designed to connect teachers,
making it easier for both teachers and students, and parents.
students to stay organized and
communicate effectively.
Schoology
Founded by Jeremy
Friedman, Ryan Hwang, Tim
Trinidad, and Joe Vaccaro in
2009.
It provides a centralized
platform for teachers to
create, organize, and share
course materials with
students.
MOOCs
MOOC, or Massive Open Online
Courses, are free or affordable
online courses designed to be
accessible to large numbers of
learners globally. They are
part of the broader landscape
of online education and have
significantly transformed how
people access learning
opportunities.
 Synchronous and Asynchronous
Synchronous Learning/Communication Asynchronous Learning/Communication.
In synchronous sessions, participants meet Asynchronous sessions allow participants to
online in real-time and discuss a topic in the answer or post replies at any convenient
lesson. time.
Examples: live video classes and Skype for Examples: forums, blogs, or discussion
real-time video conferencing. boards where students can comment at
their own pace.
Blended Learning
Blended learning is a
combination of learning
activities wherein a part of
the lesson is delivered
online while the other part
is handled in the actual
physical setting of a
classroom.
 Kinds of Blended Learning
Model 1: Face-to-Face Driver
In the face-to-face model, the teacher delivers the curriculum most of the
time and utilizes online learning at certain times with the purpose to augment
or provide an alternative experience.

Model 2: Rotation
Students rotate on a fixed schedule between online, self-paced learning and
face-to-face instruction. This model bridges traditional face-to-face learning
and online learning.

Model 3: Flex
An online platform delivers most of the course content, with support provided
as needed through on-site or online tutors.
 Kinds of Blended Learning
Model 4: Online Lab
This model uses an online platform for course delivery in a physical
classroom or computer lab.

Model 5: Self-Blend
This model is entirely remote, differing from the Online Lab.

Model 6: Online Driver

This model uses a platform and a teacher to deliver all curricula, with
students working remotely most of the time.
 Online Communities of
Learning / Social Networking
Online communities of learning and social
networking are digital platforms that connect
people to share knowledge, resources, and
discussions about various topics.

What is Networking?
A network is defined as a group of
individuals who communicate and
connect regularly.
 Social Networking
Platforms
Communication through a chat format can
either be one-on-one or in a group. Topics
being discussed can be posted and made
known therefore read by many or it can be
discreet through a direct chat—a feature
allowing one to have a certain privacy on
matters considered as such.
Social Netwoking Platforms
The most popular social network apparently is
Facebook Facebook. Most people, allows users to post
their profile, blogs, pictures, and videos.

Twitter does not only provide social

Twitter networking service but it also gives online
news.

LinkedIn LinkedIn is another social networking

Learn how to verify
website for work. information.

Google + is designed to be a total

Google +
communication social network.
 Social Networking Platforms
YouTube is an American video-sharing website where users
can upload, view, and even share video clips or multimedia
productions. It is a free social network site to join and use.

Pinterest functions as a visual discovery and bookmarking

platform where users can find, save, and organize ideas and
inspiration for various projects or interests.
Awareness
of Bias:
Instagram is a platform Recognize
where users share visual stories.
and avoid
bias.

Tumblr is a networking site that combines social media and

blogging.
 Social Networking Platforms
MySpace is another popular social networking website where
members can make friends, post blogs and photos, videos.

Flickr (pronounced "flicker") is an image and video hosting

website that was created by Awareness
Ludicorp in 2004 and acquired
by Yahoo. It offers massive online photo storage.
of Bias:
Recognize
and avoid
bias.
Bebo is a social networking website with the backronym
"Blog Early, Blog Often". It was founded by husband-and-
wife team Michel and Xochi Birch in January 2005.
 The Benefits of Using Social The Dangers of Using Social
Networking Sites (Positive) Networking Sites (Negative)

Provides easy access to keeping Making friends with strangers

in touch with friends and family. who may be predators or
cyberbullies.
Facilitates making friends with
others who share similar Real incidents of negative
interests and passions. publicity connected to the wrong
use of social networking
Allows access to news and views websites.
of others around the world.
 QUIZ
Module 3 Lesson 5
&
Module 4 Lesson 1

Erasures are NOT allowed.

Q1. It is one's ability to critically read
information or content and utilize multimedia
in creatively producing communication.

A. Identity Management
B. Communication and Collaboration
C. Media Literacy
D. Learning Skills
Q2. These are the four C's of 21st-century
skills, EXCEPT for one.

A. Communication
B. Citizenship
C. Creativity
D. Collaboration
Q3. What is a crucial 21st-century skill,
according to the text?

a) Knowing how to use social media.

b) Understanding metadata and tagging.
c) Critical thinking to identify fake news.
d) Sending emails and texts.
Q4. What is a key aspect of digital literacy beyond
simply knowing how to use digital tools?

a) The ability to send emails and texts effectively.

b) The ability to use social media for different
purposes.
c) Understanding how to use digital tools
effectively and responsibly.
d) The ability to research information from the
worldwide web.
Q5.What is an example of synchronous
learning?

A) Watching a recorded video lecture

B) Participating in a live video class
C) Posting on a discussion board
D) Reading a blog post
Q6. Which of the following best describes a
benefit of blended learning?

A) It eliminates the need for classroom

activities
B) It allows students to combine online
flexibility with in-person interaction
C) It requires only online interaction
D) It relies entirely on technology
Q7.What is the primary purpose of MySpace?

a) To watch movies
b) To make friends, post blogs, and share
photos and videos
c) To sell products
d) To play games
Q8. What is a potential danger of using social
networking sites?

a) Learning new languages

b) Making friends with people who share
similar interests
c) Encountering cyberbullies or predators
d) Accessing world news
Q9. Which of the following is true about
Facebook?
A.) It is primarily used for professional
networking.
B.) It allows users to post profiles, blogs,
pictures, and videos.
C.) It is focused only on sharing video clips.
D.) It is designed as a visual discovery platform.
Q10. What is a primary function of Pinterest?
A.) To provide a platform for users to share
news articles.
B.) To allow users to share visual stories.
C.) To serve as a visual discovery and
bookmarking platform for ideas and inspiration.
D.) To host videos and multimedia
productions.
THANK
YOU!