Презентация на тему The Digital Literacy of Students and Teachers in the 21st Century

The Digital Literacy of Students and Teachers in the 21st CenturyLyalina Alina AlievnaPurpe-1, 2016. StructureThe definitionDigital literary competenciesExamples of digital literacyNon-examples of digital literacyThe importance of digital literacyThe ways to improve digital literacy skills “The current generation of students was born into a highly technological world. They navigate and communicate within a society which is both technologically-rich and information rich’.’(Pedagogy Strategy: Learning in an online world. MCEETYA 2005.) What is digital literacy? Digital literacy means thinking critically and creatively, about information and about communication, as citizens of the global community, while using ICT responsibly and ethically. Digital literacy isan essential skill for the future occupations and development of our students as the global citizens of the 21st centuryan essential skill for the professional development and lifelong learning of teachers Examples of digital literacyUnderstanding how to use web browsers, email, blogs, Photoshop, PowerPoint, video creation/editing software, etc. Evaluating online resources for accuracy/trustworthiness of information.Using online classes to enhance learning in the classroom.Encouraging students to use technology to show their learning.Using the web ( web sites video, music) to enhance the learning of your students.Students and teachers creating online content to be utilized both in and out of the classroom. Non-examples of digital literacyLearning just how to use multi-media to research and investigate a specific topic.Having a computer lab in your school.Typing papers on a computer or using search engines only to find information.Children dropping out of school to learn independently without guidance.Using online media without any knowledge whether the information is accurate or trustworthy. The importance of digital literacy at schoolIt enables endless educational possibilities;helps to use great amount of Internet information effectively;improves students’ motivation for studying;brings creativity in the classroom, classes become more interesting;develops teacher’s habits of collaboration and sharing of good practices and experience among the educational community. How to improve digital literacy skills?See new digital techniques as a chance for you to learn, not just your students.Challenge yourself to try new things.Make use of student devices during lessons.Assign homework and activities that require the internet and online resources.Create a virtual classroom experience. ‘’We need to preparestudents for their futurenot our past’’. Daniel Pink Thank you for your attention!