Digital Media Literacy

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This module introduces essential skills for understanding and navigating the digital world. Through a series of engaging lessons, learners will explore the fundamentals of digital media, online safety, communication tools, internet functionality, and critical evaluation of information. The content fosters responsible online behaviour and builds confidence in interacting with technology.

Introduction to Digital Media
What is Digital Media?	Quiz		Beginner
Navigating Online Spaces	Quiz	Challenge	Beginner
Digital Communication Basics	Quiz	Challenge	Beginner
Online Safety and Your Digital Footprint
The World of the Internet	Quiz	Challenge	Beginner
Identifying Reliable Sources	Quiz	Challenge	Intermediate
Learning About Artificial Intelligence
What is AI?	Quiz		Advanced
Interacting with AI	Quiz	Challenge	Advanced
Spotting AI Online			Advanced
Image Editing
Introduction to Image Editing	Quiz	Challenge	Advanced

This module introduces essential skills for understanding and navigating the digital world. Through a series of engaging lessons, learners will explore the fundamentals of digital media, online safety, communication tools, internet functionality, and critical evaluation of information. The content fosters responsible online behaviour and builds confidence in interacting with technology.

Introduction to Digital Media
What is Digital Media?	Quiz		Beginner
Navigating Online Spaces	Quiz	Challenge	Beginner
Digital Communication Basics	Quiz	Challenge	Beginner
Online Safety and Your Digital Footprint
The World of the Internet	Quiz	Challenge	Beginner
Identifying Reliable Sources	Quiz	Challenge	Intermediate
Learning About Artificial Intelligence
What is AI?	Quiz		Advanced
Interacting with AI	Quiz	Challenge	Advanced
Spotting AI Online			Advanced
Image Editing
Introduction to Image Editing	Quiz	Challenge	Advanced

Curriculum Mapping

See exactly how this course maps to official curriculum specifications

NCCA STE Education Specification (2025)

Curriculum Area

Outcomes

Nature of STEM

S1.4.1

Living things

S2.4.1 S2.4.2 S2.4.3

Materials

S3.4.1 S3.4.2 S3.4.3

Energy and forces

S4.4.1 S4.4.2 S4.4.3

Technology

S5.4.1 S5.4.2 S5.4.3

Engineering

S6.4.1

What Students Will Learn

Learning Goals

Understand the fundamental concepts and importance of digital media in everyday life.
Develop skills to navigate online spaces safely and responsibly.
Master effective and respectful digital communication using various tools.
Evaluate the reliability of online information and sources critically.
Recognise the role and impact of technologies like AI and digital footprints on personal online presence.

Learning Outcomes

Define digital media and explain its significance in daily life through personal examples.
Identify safe and risky behaviours in various online spaces, demonstrating responsible decision-making.
Apply principles of clear, respectful digital communication using appropriate tools and styles.
Evaluate online information by using a checklist to distinguish reliable sources from unreliable ones.
Create strong passwords by incorporating length and varied characters to enhance online security.

What You'll Need

Student Devices

Students will need one of these devices. Students can share in groups of 2-3 if necessary.

Chromebook/Laptop/PC

iPad/Tablet