Digital skills

Digital literacy refers to the ability to use digital environments and tools purposefully and securely, and to create, evaluate and protect digital content. A digitally literate person knows how to search, read, manage and process data, how to assess its reliability and how to filter the most relevant information from the masses of data. They are able to use digital technologies and environments responsibly, including for collaborative work.

Digital literacy enables the creation and adaptation of digital content to understand both the potential of available tools and the limitations of intellectual property rights. They will also know the basics of digital security, in particular how to protect their digital devices, their personal data and their privacy. Digital skills include the ability to manage and resolve cyber incidents and crises, and to use artificial intelligence in a meaningful and ethical way.

A moment of reflection: The more time goes by, the more technology-driven our daily activities become. How would you rate your digital skills? Do you know simple Excel formulas and can you make memorable slides? Can you find the right digital solutions for your purpose? Are you aware of information security and can you protect your digital devices and personal data? Have you thought about which sources you could use in the digital material you create and how?

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