INTRODUCTION TO

DIGITAL LITERACY
Federal TVET Agency

ICT Directorate

Haileyesus Demisse

July 2019

Bishoftu
Definition : Digital Literacy (DL)
• DL - is the ability of the community to use ICT to find,
evaluate, create, and communicate information.
• This requires the community to have both cognitive and
technical skills. 
• DL - is important because we live in a tech-dependent
world.
• The internet, search engines, email programs, blogs, and
online videos have all contributed to our expanding
knowledge and capabilities.
• DL - is thinking of literacy in terms of ICT.
Cont…
• DL - will help in bridging the digital divide within the
community.
• Creating better national connectivity through various
government development initiatives
• Empowering in basic computer skills and high-level
cognitive skills for finding, evaluating, ethically using,
creating, and sharing information are required for digitally
inclusive communities.
• As shown below, digital literacy has many dimensions that
could be achieved in the long run which need long term
planning and continuous development;
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• Providing such DL as a community service will help to :-
 Improve digital skills and impacts that user’s ability to
utilize technology in the workplace,
 Better plan business activities and processes, access
government services delivered electronically,
 Access online educational opportunities,
 Able to explore and use various available lifelong
learning platforms for self-learning and
 Better understanding on how to achieve their
business, personal, societal, and organizational
responsibilities.
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• This can take many forms - with a whole range of
adjectives that can be applied, such as:

 ICT literacy - Using or programming computer

 Digital literacy - Using digital information
 Multimedia literacy - Moving between text, graphics and
sound
 Network literacy - Accessing and creating and interpreting
web based documents.
According to some…
• More than just technical
skills
• The means by which we
achieve cultural
understanding of the
media tools used by young
people to engage with their
community
Some more ideas on this…
• Various definitions of digital literacy exist: ‘digital literacy
defines those capabilities which fit an individual for living,
learning and working in a digital society’ (Beetham, 2010).
• A shift in focus through widespread use of Web 2.0
technologies means that any current definition should now
include participation in social networks as a pivotal part of
knowledge acquisition and transfer.
Cont…
• Eisenberg (2008, 39) defines information literacy as ‘a set
of skills and knowledge that allows us to find, evaluate,
and use the information we need, as well as to filter out
the information we don’t need’
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• COURSE DESCRIPTION: The DL program introduces basic
computer concepts and develop skills that people can use in
everyday life to enhance social and economic opportunities for
themselves, their families and their communities.

• LEARNING OUTCOME: Upon completion of this course, trainees

will understand –
 The main parts and functions of a computer
 How to use mouse and keyboard
 The hardware, operating system, programs, data, networks
and the World Wide Web
 Manage files and folders
 Different types of Internet connections available,
 Searching for information, email and publish on the web
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TARGET AUDIENCE
• Formal learning, Secondary and primary school
communities in their locality
• TVET staffs and students
• Small and Medium Enterprises owners and employees
• Government Administrative organs
• Individual persons currently working and needing ICT
skills for their current role or future job prospects
• Individuals who are not working but desire to build their
ICT skills and be able to use online services or to enjoy
social software for communication and recreation....
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To start the training the below minimum requirement
should be fulfilled :-

• System Requirements

 Hardware :- Personal computers with all its

peripheral components
 Software :- Operating system and all relevant
programs..
 Internet Connection :- A continuous broadband
connection is required for the online e-learning
courses.
 Digital Literacy Standard Curriculum
No. Courses Estimated Time

1 Computer Basics 2-3 hours

2 The Internet, Cloud Services and World Wide Web 2-3 hours

3 Productivity Programmes 2-3 hours

4 Computer Security and Privacy 2-3 hours

5 Digital Life styles 2-3 hours

 Details
Chapter – 1 Computer Basics
• Computing is an important part of everyday life in the
twenty-first century
• From music and photos to banking and communicating,
computers have changed the way we work and live
• This course introduces you to the fundamentals of
computing, explains the components of a computer,
explores operating system basics and shows you how to
use a mouse and a keyboard.
Lesson 1: Introduction to Computers

• Objectives

• Describe the importance of computers in today's world.

• Identify the main parts of a computer.
• Identify the steps for starting and shutting down a computer.
• Identify the different groups of keys on a keyboard.
• Perform different tasks by using a mouse.
• Describe other common computing devices such as laptops,
notebooks, tablets, and phones.
 Lesson 2: Common Computer Terminology

• Objectives

• Identify the primary hardware components of a computer.

• Explain an operating system.
• Explain programs and data.
• Describe a network and the types of networks.
• Explain the terms Internet, World Wide Web, and intranet.
 Lesson 3: Computer Performance and Features

• Objectives

• Compare the features of different types of computers.

• Explain the role of memory.
• Explain the basics of computer performance.
• Explain the concept of minimum requirements for software.
• Describe the types of Productivity programs and their uses.
• Describe the types of communications programs and their uses.
• Describe the uses of educational and entertainment programs.
 2- The Internet, Cloud Services and World Wide Web

• The Internet can connect you to people, information and

resources around the world.

• Lesson 1: The Internet

• Objectives

• Describe the uses of the Internet and Cloud Services.

• Identify the requirements for an Internet connection.
• Identify the features of two types of Internet connections.
• Relate the term bandwidth to types of Internet connections.
 Lesson 2: The World Wide Web

• Objectives

• Describe the components of the Web.

• Explain how Web addresses work.
• Explain how to connect to the Internet.
• Explore Web sites by using a browser.
• Describe how to save favorite Web sites.
• Search for reliable information on the Web
• Explain how to perform transactions over the Web.
Lesson 3: Using Email

• Objectives

• Explain how email works.

• Write and send email messages.
• Manage email messages.
• Identify correct email etiquette.
• How to create an email address.
 Lesson 4: Other Methods of Communicating on
the Internet

• Objectives

• Identify the features of online communities.

• Explain how instant messaging and Web-cam video
communication works.
• Explain how to create and publish Web pages.
• Explain how to blog using Windows Live Writer.
 3 - Productivity Programmes
• Are programs designed to help you perform specific tasks
easily and efficiently.
• Are tools that you can use to create documents,
presentations, tables, charts, and graphs.

• Lesson 1: Introduction to Productivity Programs

• Objectives

• Describe the functionality of the common programs in Microsoft

Office 2013 and Office Web Apps.
Lesson 2: Common Features and Commands

• Objectives

• Identify the main components of the GUI of a productivity program.

• Use the pointer to navigate in a program.
• Identify the tabs, groups, and commands on the Ribbon.
• Use the buttons on the toolbars to perform various tasks.
• Type text and characters in a program by using the keyboard.
• Explain the use of keyboard shortcuts and key combinations.
 Lesson 3: Introduction to Word Processors

• Objectives

• Perform basic tasks in a word processor.

• Find and open templates.
• Edit and format text.
• Work with tables and pictures.
• Proofread a document.
• Identify the benefits of desktop publishing.
 Lesson 4: Introduction to Spreadsheet Programs

• Objectives

• Identify the components of a spreadsheet.

• Enter data into a spreadsheet.
• Perform basic mathematical tasks in a spreadsheet.
• Insert charts in a spreadsheet.
• Print a spreadsheet.
Lesson 5: Introduction to Presentation Programs

• Objectives

• Identify the elements of a presentation program.

• Create a presentation.
• Add graphics and multimedia to a presentation.
• Use the print options available in a presentation program.
Lesson 6: Introduction to Database Programs

• Objectives

• Explain basic concepts of a database.

• Create a database.
• Work with records in a database.
• Explain what database queries are and how they work.
• Work with reports.
4 - Computer Security and Privacy

• This course helps you to identify the:-

 Various threats to your computer and the data stored
on it.
 Explore how to protect your computer from these
threats by taking some preventive measures.
 Finally, this course explains the ethical and legal
issues related to Internet usage.
Lesson 1: Introduction to Computer Security and Privacy

• Objectives

• Explain computer security and privacy.

• Identify natural threats to your computer.
• Identify measures to protect your computer against natural threats.
• Identify threats to your computer from human actions.
• Identify measures to protect your computer against threats from
human actions.
Lesson 2: Protecting Your Computer

• Objectives

• Identify guidelines for protecting your computer.

• Identify best practices for securing online and network transactions.
• Identify measures for securing email and instant messaging
transactions.
Lesson 3: Protecting Your Family from Security Threats

• Objectives

• Identify measures that you can use to protect your privacy.

• Explain how online predators operate.
• Identify guidelines to protect your family from online predators.
 6 - Digital Lifestyles

• From smart phones to digital cameras, computers are

changing our everyday lives.
• This course introduces you to new digital technologies,
including :-
 Digital audio, video, and digital photography
 Explores how these and other computing
technologies are creating new career opportunities
and shaping the world we live in.
Lesson 1: The Digital Experience

• Objectives

• Describe the benefits of digital technology. (Note: Including

laptops, tablets, and phones)
• Explain how digital technology expands the features of media
devices.
Lesson 2: Introduction to Digital Audio

• Objectives

• Identify the characteristics of digital audio.

• Explain the concepts of recording, copying, and converting digital
audio.
• Identify the features of speech technologies.
Lesson 3: Introduction to Digital Video

• Objectives

• Identify the characteristics of digital video.

• Explain what digital video editing is and the output formats for
digital video.
• Identify the features of Web video technologies.
Lesson 4: Introduction to Digital Photography

• Objectives

• Explain the benefits, features, and workings of a digital camera.

• Explain how to edit and manage digital images.
• Identify the features of different types of printers that are available
for printing photos.
 Lesson 5: Introduction to Digital TV and Enjoying Digital Media on Your
Computer

• Objectives

• Describe how your computer can be used as a TV.

• Explain how to view digital TV on your computer.
• Organize digital media on your computer.
• Listen to digital audio and view digital photographs and videos on
your computer.
 Lesson 6: Digital Technology and Career Opportunities

• Objectives

• Explain how digital technology helps people work from any

location.
• Identify the career opportunities –

 Available for information workers

 Available for IT professionals
 Available for developers.
Reference

• Microsoft Digital Literacy Guides

http://services.nwu.ac.za/sites/services.nwu.ac.za/files/file
s/information-technology/sc/training/digital_literacy/Microsof
t%20Digital%20Literacy%20Manual%20Master%20v4.pdf

• Instructor’s Manual

https://msenmediastorage.blob.core.windows.net/uploads/
80654584-76f2-4ab7-be02-c9e917e31743.pdf
THANK YOU !!!