
Digital Literacy, Internet Safety and Social Media
In an increasingly digitized world, the “Digital Literacy, Internet Safety, and Social Media” course has been meticulously designed to address the rapidly evolving needs of educators and students. This immersive educational program delves deep into key components to ensure that participants gain a comprehensive understanding and practical skills.
Description
Through interactive activities, hands-on experience, and collaborative discussions, participants will leave the course with tangible skills and valuable insights. They will not only understand the theoretical aspects but also gain practical tools to implement these concepts in their teaching methods effectively.
The course aims to foster a community of educators who are well-prepared to navigate the complexities of the digital age, while instilling these vital skills in their students. It is a transformative journey that empowers educators to be the guiding lights in their students’ digital lives, ensuring that the digital world remains a safe, enriching, and constructive environment.
Course Highlights:
Digital Literacy Skills: Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of digital technologies, online tools, and digital communication. They will learn how to harness these technologies for educational purposes.
Internet Safety: This section focuses on recognizing and mitigating online risks and threats, ensuring a secure digital environment for both educators and students.
Social Media Responsibility: Educators will explore strategies for teaching responsible social media usage to students, emphasizing ethical behavior, online etiquette, and digital citizenship.
Practical Tools: The course introduces practical tools and resources to enhance digital literacy and promote internet safety, enabling educators to integrate these tools into their teaching methods.
Learning objectives
- Develop digital literacy skills and integrate digital citizenship principles effectively.
- Promote safe online environments by addressing internet safety concerns and fostering a sense of digital citizenship.
- Encourage responsible social media usage, emphasizing ethical behavior, online etiquette, and digital citizenship principles.
- Provide educators with practical tools to enhance digital literacy skills and incorporate digital citizenship education.
This course equips educators with the knowledge and skills they need to guide students in making responsible, informed, and secure choices in the digital world.
Methodology & assessment
Day 1: Digital Literacy Fundamentals and Introduction
Welcome and Ice-breaking Activities
Building Trust and Positive Interaction
Course Overview and Objectives
Understanding Digital Literacy
The Importance of Internet Safety
Responsible Social Media Usage
Day 2: Navigating the Digital Landscape
Recognizing Online Risks and Threats
Strategies for Internet Safety
Encouraging Digital Responsibility
Personalized Learning Approaches
Promoting Ethical Online Behavior
Teaching Digital Citizenship
Day 3: Tools for Digital Literacy
Introduction to Digital Tools and Resources
Exploring Online Educational Platforms
Practical Tools for Digital Literacy
Enhancing Digital Communication
Engaging Students through Technology
Day 4: Developing Digital Literacy Skills
Designing Digital Learning Materials
Adapting Learning Materials for Different Abilities
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Digital Learning Activities
Measuring Student Success in the Digital World
Day 5: Implementing Responsible Digital Practices
Applying Digital Literacy in Education
Fostering Safe Online Environments
Course Evaluation and Feedback
Sharing Course Documents and Resources
Awarding Course Participation Certificates
Future Learning and Collaboration Opportunities
Certification details
Detailed participant certificate and Europass Mobility certificate
Pricing, packages and other information
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Price:400Euro
Additional information
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Language:English
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Target audience ISCED:Primary education (ISCED 1)Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
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Target audience type:Student TeacherHead Teacher / PrincipalICT Coordinator
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Learning time:25 hours or more
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