Digital Literacy Presentation
~Mahika Drall
/PSY/
CONTENTS
. Introduction to Digital Literacy
. Core Skills of Digital Literacy
. Evaluating Online Information
. Cybersecurity and Privacy
. Conclusion ‒ The Future of
Digital Literacy
. The Role of Social Media
. Digital Footprint and
Online Reputation
. Ethical Use of
Technology
. Introduction to Digital Literacy
Understanding Digital Literacy and Its
Significance
What is Digital Literacy? Why Digital Literacy The Increasing Need for
· Digital literacy encompasses Matters Digital Skills
the skills necessary to locate, · In today’s digital age, · According to the OECD in
assess, and effectively share possessing digital literacy is , a staggering % of job
information through various crucial not only for professional positions now necessitate at
digital platforms and tools, success and academic least basic digital skills,
such as the internet, social achievement but also for highlighting the urgent need for
media, and software navigating everyday tasks, such individuals to adapt and
applications. as online banking, shopping, enhance their digital
and accessing vital information. competencies to remain
competitive in the workforce.
. Core Skills of Digital Literacy
Essential Skills for Success
The Importance of Critical Thinking
· Recognizing and selecting trustworthy
sources of information is crucial for informed
decision-making and avoiding misinformation.
Ensuring Online Safety and
Security
· Safeguarding personal data and being
vigilant against cyber threats is essential
in today’s digital landscape to maintain
privacy and security.
Effective Digital
Communication Strategies
· Leveraging digital tools efficiently
enhances collaboration, enabling
teams to work together seamlessly,
regardless of their physical location.
. Evaluating Online Information
A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding
Misinformation
Key Statistics on Essential Fact-Checking Identifying Credibility
Misinformation: What the Tools for Verifying Markers for Reliable
Numbers Reveal Information Information
· According to a recent Pew · Reliable fact-checking · Important credibility markers
Research study in ,a resources include Snopes, include the author's background,
staggering % of adults have FactCheck.org, and Google the domain of the website (such
inadvertently shared fake news, Reverse Image Search, which as .gov or .edu), and the presence
highlighting the widespread help users verify the authenticity of citations to reputable sources.
nature of misinformation in our of claims and images.
digital age.
. Cybersecurity and Privacy
Understanding Cyber
Threats and Their Protection
Overview of Effective Key Statistics
Common Strategies for on
Cyber Threats Cyber Cybersecurity
· Phishing Protection · According to
attacks, which · Implementing Verizon's
trick users into strong report, a
revealing passwords, staggering %
sensitive utilizing two- of data breaches
information, data factor can be traced
breaches that authentication back to weak
expose personal for added passwords,
data, and security, and highlighting the
malware that using Virtual critical need for
disrupts systems Private Networks stronger
are prevalent (VPNs) are password
threats in today's essential policies.
digital strategies to
landscape. safeguard
against cyber
threats.
. The Role of Social Media
Exploring Benefits and Risks
Key Benefits of Social Important Statistics to
Media Consider
· Social media facilitates · A staggering % of
networking opportunities, teenagers report having
enhances awareness of global encountered false
issues, and provides easy information on social media
access to a vast array of platforms, highlighting a
information, enabling users significant issue in digital
to connect with like-minded literacy and the need for
individuals and stay critical thinking skills
informed. (Common Sense Media, ).
Understanding the
Risks Involved
· The risks associated with
social media include
cyberbullying, which can lead
to severe emotional distress,
addiction that affects daily
life, and the rampant spread
of misinformation that can
mislead users and distort
reality.
. Digital Footprint and Online
Reputation
Navigating Your Digital
Footprint
The Concept of a Strategies for Effective
Permanent Record Footprint Management
· Anything you share on the · It's crucial to regularly
internet remains accessible update your privacy settings
forever, often resurfacing and carefully consider the
unexpectedly. implications of your posts
before sharing them online.
The Influence of Online
Presence on
Employment
· According to
CareerBuilder's report, a
significant % of employers
review candidates' social
media profiles prior to
making hiring decisions.
. Ethical Use of Technology
Essential Ethical Principles
Understandin Fundamental The
g Plagiarism s of Cyber Intersection
in Academia Ethics of AI and
· It is crucial to · It is imperative Ethical
use sources to refrain from Standards
responsibly by cyberbullying
· Awareness of
accurately citing and to respect
inherent biases
them, which not the online
in AI systems is
only gives credit privacy of others,
essential, as is
to the original fostering a safe
the commitment
authors but also and respectful
strengthens the digital to using AI
responsibly to
credibility of environment for
ensure fairness
your own work. everyone.
and equity in its
applications.
. Conclusion ‒ The Future of
Digital Literacy
Emerging Trends and
Essential Skills
Key Emerging Trends in Technology
· Artificial Intelligence advancements, the
importance of deepfake detection
technologies, and the necessity for digital
resilience in our increasingly online lives.
Essential Skills for the Future
Workforce
· Proficiency in coding languages,
understanding data literacy for informed
decision-making, and heightened
awareness of cybersecurity threats in a
digital world.
Urgent Call to Action for
Everyone
· Continuously engage in learning,
critically verify information sources,
and take proactive steps to protect
your personal privacy online.
Thank You
