DIGITAL LITERACY

 Define Digital LITERACY 



Digital literacy refers to the ability to effectively and critically navigate, evaluate, and create information using digital technologies. 



It encompasses skills such as using software applications, understanding online safety and privacy, discerning credible sources, and communicating effectively through digital platforms. In a broader sense, 


It also includes the ability to adapt to new technologies and to engage in digital environments responsibly and ethically.

Examples of digital literacy:


Information Evaluation: Assessing the credibility of online sources, such as distinguishing between reliable news articles and misinformation.



Content Creation: Using tools like blogs, social media, or video editing software to create and share original content.




Online Communication: Effectively using email, messaging apps, and social media to communicate professionally and socially.


Links to learn more about Digital literacy 

https://www.shutterstock.com/image-photo/digital-contents-concept-social-networking-service-1975446842

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://www.richtmann.org/journal/index.php/ajis/article/view/12764%23:~:text%3DIt%2520is%2520found%2520that%2520there,for%2520underprivileged%2520citizens%252C%2520offering%2520attractive&ved=2ahUKEwitm4SHvKGJAxU6W0EAHYA0OQUQFnoECBcQBQ&usg=AOvVaw2Q_7BLL-Wqg15BMkXLhn3-

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