24 Jul Digital Literacy 101
Learn how to navigate the digital world with our “Digital Literacy 101” course, designed specifically for beginners at the start of their journey in technology.
About This Course
Digital Literacy 101
Course Level: This course is designed for beginners/novices in tech.
+ Location: 2000 Elmwood Ave. Lafayette, IN 47904
+ Start Date: September 9, 2024 (Note: Course runs for 11 weeks, with a 1 week break in the middle)
+ Times: Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Price: FREE (Paid for by a community grant)
Instructor: Anthony Levy
Prerequisites: None
Bonus! Dinner Included
11 Week Long Course
Two Sessions / Week
In Person
IU Health: Digital Literacy 101
FREE & Funded By A Community Grant To Empower Communities With Digital Literacy
This course offers a foundational understanding of digital technology, empowering participants to navigate the online world safely and confidently. It’s an invitation to anyone looking to bridge the gap in their digital knowledge and explore a realm of new opportunities, both personally and professionally.
What You Will Learn
This curriculum includes all the basics of engaging with today’s tech tools. You’ll learn about:
- Communicating online
- Creating digital content
- Collaborating and managing content digitally
- Websearching
- Online Safety
- Hardware / Software basics
What are the benefits of this course?
This course is designed to give you usable technical skills in just six weeks. You’ll advance your knowledge, and will be supplied with additional course materials for continued learning. In taking this course, you increase your changes for financial improvement through employment opportunities that require digital skills. This course grows your tech network and empowers you to stay connected long after the course has completed.
Who should attend this course?
- Digital Novices: Individuals with minimal or no prior experience using computers and the internet will find this course to be an essential starting point for building their digital skills.
- Job Seekers/ Changers: For those entering the job market or seeking new opportunities, this course can help improve employability by equipping them with the digital skills required in most professional settings.
- Parents and Guardians: Individuals responsible for guiding children in the digital age will gain insights into online safety, helping them to better monitor and protect their family’s digital presence.
- Small Business Owners & Staff: Entrepreneurs who want to establish or improve their online presence, from managing a website to engaging with customers on social media, will find valuable resources in this course.
- Educators & Trainers: Teachers looking to incorporate more digital tools into their teaching or who want to better understand the digital environments their students navigate can also benefit.
- Lifelong Learners: Anyone with a curiosity about the digital world and a desire to engage more effectively online, whether for personal growth or to explore new hobbies.