Digital Media Literacy Short Course

Digital Media Literacy Short Course

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This short course offers an essential introduction to navigating the digital world with confidence. Explore the fundamentals of digital media, learn to use digital tools effectively, and understand safe online practices. Through engaging lessons, develop critical skills in communication, privacy, and evaluating information to become a responsible digital citizen.

The NCCA guidelines give teachers significant flexibility in delivering a coding short course, allowing them to tailor it to their school's context and students' needs. The Coding Ireland short course is designed for approximately 100 hours of student engagement, which can be scheduled over 1, 2, or 3 years within the Junior Cycle. Schools may adapt the course, including the Classroom-Based Assessment, to reflect specific learning priorities.

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This module introduces foundational concepts of digital media and technology. It covers essential topics such as understanding digital tools, navigating online environments safely, and communicating effectively in digital spaces. Through interactive lessons, students will build critical skills in media literacy, online safety, and responsible internet use.

Introduction to Digital Media
What is Digital Media? Quiz
Digital Tools Overview Quiz Challenge
Navigating Online Spaces Quiz Challenge
Digital Communication Basics Quiz Challenge
Introduction to the Internet and Devices
The World of the Internet Quiz Challenge
How Does the Internet Work? Quiz Challenge
Different Types of Devices Quiz Challenge
Online Safety and Your Digital Footprint
What is Personal Information? Quiz Challenge
Why We Shouldn't Share Personal Information Online Quiz Challenge
Strong vs. Weak Passwords Quiz Challenge
The Dangers of Sharing Passwords Quiz Challenge
What is a Digital Footprint? Quiz Challenge
How a Digital Footprint is Created Quiz Challenge
Think Before You Post Quiz Challenge
Searching the Web
Crafting Effective Search Queries Quiz Challenge
Identifying Reliable Sources Quiz Challenge
Search and Evaluate Quiz Challenge
Learning About Artificial Intelligence (AI)
What is AI? Quiz
Basic Interactions Quiz Challenge
Prompt Engineering Quiz Challenge
Using AI for Web Searches Quiz Challenge
AI Q&A Quiz Challenge

This module offers a comprehensive exploration of digital media creation and critical evaluation. Through practical lessons, students develop skills in storytelling, image and video editing, audio production, and multimedia integration using accessible tools. The curriculum also emphasises ethical practices, audience awareness, and the responsible use of AI technologies in content creation.

Creating Digital Content
Digital Storytelling Quiz Challenge
Image Editing Basics Quiz Challenge
Video Editing Intro Quiz Challenge
Audio in Digital Media Quiz Challenge
Combining Media Elements Quiz Challenge
Audience and Purpose Quiz Challenge
Evaluating Digital Information
Source Credibility Quiz Challenge
Spotting Bias Quiz Challenge
Fact-Checking Skills Quiz Challenge
Consumer Patterns Online Quiz Challenge
Comparing Digital Formats Quiz Challenge
Creating with AI
Introduction to Image Generation Quiz Challenge
Prompt Engineering for Images Quiz Challenge
AI for Audio Quiz Challenge
Ethical Considerations and Societal Impact Quiz Challenge
How to Spot AI Online

This module explores the multifaceted realm of digital media and technology through a comprehensive curriculum. It covers advanced video editing, interactive web design, digital portfolio creation, and social media campaigns, alongside critical topics like data privacy, algorithmic bias, digital ethics, and AI model development, fostering both technical skills and ethical awareness.

Advanced Digital Projects
Advanced Video Editing Quiz Challenge
Digital Portfolio Creation Quiz Challenge
Social Media Campaign Quiz Challenge
Collaborative Project
Digital Ethics and Impact
Impact of Digital Media Quiz Challenge
Data Privacy Deep Dive Quiz Challenge
Bias in Algorithms Quiz Challenge
Reflecting on Digital Citizenship Quiz Challenge
Digital Ethics Debate Quiz Challenge
Creating an AI Model
How AI Works Quiz Challenge
Advanced Prompt Engineering Quiz Challenge
An Introduction to AI Models Quiz
Create an Image Model Quiz
Create a Pose Model Quiz
Classroom-Based Assessment

This module introduces foundational concepts of digital media and technology. It covers essential topics such as understanding digital tools, navigating online environments safely, and communicating effectively in digital spaces. Through interactive lessons, students will build critical skills in media literacy, online safety, and responsible internet use.

Introduction to Digital Media
What is Digital Media? Quiz
Digital Tools Overview Quiz Challenge
Navigating Online Spaces Quiz Challenge
Digital Communication Basics Quiz Challenge
Introduction to the Internet and Devices
The World of the Internet Quiz Challenge
How Does the Internet Work? Quiz Challenge
Different Types of Devices Quiz Challenge
Online Safety and Your Digital Footprint
What is Personal Information? Quiz Challenge
Why We Shouldn't Share Personal Information Online Quiz Challenge
Strong vs. Weak Passwords Quiz Challenge
The Dangers of Sharing Passwords Quiz Challenge
What is a Digital Footprint? Quiz Challenge
How a Digital Footprint is Created Quiz Challenge
Think Before You Post Quiz Challenge
Searching the Web
Crafting Effective Search Queries Quiz Challenge
Identifying Reliable Sources Quiz Challenge
Search and Evaluate Quiz Challenge
Learning About Artificial Intelligence (AI)
What is AI? Quiz
Basic Interactions Quiz Challenge
Prompt Engineering Quiz Challenge
Using AI for Web Searches Quiz Challenge
AI Q&A Quiz Challenge

This module offers a comprehensive exploration of digital media creation and critical evaluation. Through practical lessons, students develop skills in storytelling, image and video editing, audio production, and multimedia integration using accessible tools. The curriculum also emphasises ethical practices, audience awareness, and the responsible use of AI technologies in content creation.

Creating Digital Content
Digital Storytelling Quiz Challenge
Image Editing Basics Quiz Challenge
Video Editing Intro Quiz Challenge
Audio in Digital Media Quiz Challenge
Combining Media Elements Quiz Challenge
Audience and Purpose Quiz Challenge
Evaluating Digital Information
Source Credibility Quiz Challenge
Spotting Bias Quiz Challenge
Fact-Checking Skills Quiz Challenge
Consumer Patterns Online Quiz Challenge
Comparing Digital Formats Quiz Challenge
Creating with AI
Introduction to Image Generation Quiz Challenge
Prompt Engineering for Images Quiz Challenge
AI for Audio Quiz Challenge
Ethical Considerations and Societal Impact Quiz Challenge
How to Spot AI Online

This module explores the multifaceted realm of digital media and technology through a comprehensive curriculum. It covers advanced video editing, interactive web design, digital portfolio creation, and social media campaigns, alongside critical topics like data privacy, algorithmic bias, digital ethics, and AI model development, fostering both technical skills and ethical awareness.

Advanced Digital Projects
Advanced Video Editing Quiz Challenge
Digital Portfolio Creation Quiz Challenge
Social Media Campaign Quiz Challenge
Collaborative Project
Digital Ethics and Impact
Impact of Digital Media Quiz Challenge
Data Privacy Deep Dive Quiz Challenge
Bias in Algorithms Quiz Challenge
Reflecting on Digital Citizenship Quiz Challenge
Digital Ethics Debate Quiz Challenge
Creating an AI Model
How AI Works Quiz Challenge
Advanced Prompt Engineering Quiz Challenge
An Introduction to AI Models Quiz
Create an Image Model Quiz
Create a Pose Model Quiz

Classroom-Based Assessment

Curriculum Mapping

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NCCA Junior Cycle DML Short Course (2025)
Curriculum Area
Outcomes
Understanding myself when engaging online
1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7
Evaluating online content
2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7
Following my interests online
3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 3.10
Publishing online
4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9

The curriculum does not include official reference codes for individual learning outcomes, so we have assigned a code scheme to make it easier to identify and track coverage.

What Students Will Learn

Learning Goals

  1. Understand the fundamental concepts and importance of digital media in everyday life.
  2. Develop skills to navigate online spaces safely and responsibly.
  3. Acquire proficiency in using digital tools for communication, creativity, and learning.
  4. Evaluate the credibility and reliability of online information and sources.
  5. Foster critical thinking and ethical considerations in digital content creation and interaction.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Define digital media and explain its significance in personal and societal contexts through reflective activities.
  2. Identify and select appropriate digital tools for specific tasks in communication, creativity, and learning.
  3. Demonstrate safe and responsible navigation of online spaces by distinguishing between secure and risky behaviours.
  4. Evaluate the credibility of online sources using structured methods like the CRAAP Test to ensure reliable information use.
  5. Create a multimedia project by integrating images, audio, and video, applying ethical editing practices with digital tools.

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
Chromebook/Laptop/PC
iPad/Tablet
iPad/Tablet
Required Equipment

Equipment used in some of the lessons in this course. Items can be shared among students.

Headphones
Headphones
Webcam/camera
Webcam/camera

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