Here are 9 key things educators should understand about developing digital skills in students:
1. Digital skills span both technical abilities like coding as well as soft skills like problem-solving.
2. These skills enable students to leverage technology purposefully across functions and safely navigate the digital world.
3. Digitally-adept students are better prepared for the future job market and to contribute to digital society.
4. Learning should focus on transferable digital competencies vs platform-specific tools.
5. Digital literacy and citizenship components are crucial - acting ethically online, evaluating sources, protecting privacy.
6. Providing early exposure builds confidence and interest in STEM/tech fields, especially for girls and minorities.
7. Skills must be continuously developed as new technologies rapidly emerge. Lifelong learning matters.
8. Digital skills amplify creativity, communication and collaboration when applied effectively.
9. Understanding how digital is transforming industries helps students gain career readiness.
Equipping students thoughtfully with blended digital and human strengths will empower them to succeed in the digital era.
1. Digital skills span both technical abilities like coding as well as soft skills like problem-solving.
2. These skills enable students to leverage technology purposefully across functions and safely navigate the digital world.
3. Digitally-adept students are better prepared for the future job market and to contribute to digital society.
4. Learning should focus on transferable digital competencies vs platform-specific tools.
5. Digital literacy and citizenship components are crucial - acting ethically online, evaluating sources, protecting privacy.
6. Providing early exposure builds confidence and interest in STEM/tech fields, especially for girls and minorities.
7. Skills must be continuously developed as new technologies rapidly emerge. Lifelong learning matters.
8. Digital skills amplify creativity, communication and collaboration when applied effectively.
9. Understanding how digital is transforming industries helps students gain career readiness.
Equipping students thoughtfully with blended digital and human strengths will empower them to succeed in the digital era.