Digital Literacy
“ . . . is the ability to understand and useinformation in multiple formats from a widerange of sources when it is presented viacomputers in an ethical and responsible manner.”
Paul Gilster, Digital Literacy (1997)
According to UNESCO’S ICT Competency Standards for Teachers (2008). Teachers and students living, learning and working in an information rich and knowledge- based society must utilise technology effectively.
Digital Literacy involves more than the ability to operate digital devices and use software. Cognitive, emotional, motor and sociological skills must also be developed. A holistic approach to teaching digital literacy is a must for any 21st century teacher so that students become life long learners who are:
• Information seekers
• Informed Citizens
• Analysers
• Evaluators
• Critical Thinkers
• Problem Solvers
• Decision Makers
• Effective Communicators
• Collaborators
• Publishers
• Producers
• Competitors
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