Discussion Question: Digital Literacy Survival Toolkit
Instructions
Think about the differences between life as a college student in 1985 and today. Now imagine that tomorrow, all digital tools disappear—no internet, no smartphones, no email, no online collaboration platforms.
In your post:
- Identify the three digital tools or skills you rely on most for school, work, or daily life.
- Explain why each one is essential for your success.
- Describe how you would complete your academic work without them, and what challenges you would face.
Instructions for Participation
Points: 100 points will be awarded for completing this assignment.
Initial Post
Length: Minimum 150 words (excluding quotes)
Deadline: Tuesday, 11:59 PM (CST)
Steps:
- Review the different categories of digital literacy discussed in the reading (e.g., information literacy, media literacy, visual literacy, digital communication, data literacy).
- List at least five digital skills you use in academic, personal, or professional settings.
- Categorize each skill into its correct type of digital literacy using the table below.
- In 2–3 sentences for each skill, explain why you placed it in that category, using examples when possible.
|
Digital Skill |
Category of Digital Literacy |
Why It Fits This Category |
|
Example: Using Google Scholar for research |
Information Literacy |
It involves finding, evaluating, and using credible scholarly sources. |
Peer Replies
Length: Minimum 75 words per reply
Respond to at least two classmates.
Deadline: Thursday, 11:59 PM (CST)
• Compare your categorizations
• Discuss differences
• Offer additional examples they may not have considered
Engagement Guidelines
• Be respectful and constructive
• Stay on topic
• Proofread before posting
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