Course Overview: Digital Literacy
Many people have an overwhelming fear of all things digital. Unlike young people in New Zealand, many people from around the world, especially those from older generations, naturally reject computers and other electronic devices, and have little understanding of digital terminology. However, there is a lot of value in learning basic digital skills.
Digital Literacy course at Canterbury College will allow you to feel comfortable while using your mobile phone and computer. You will learn how to use apps, shop online and stay connected with your family.
Be a Part of the Rapidly Changing World as it goes Online
A bit More Information
Why Digital Literacy ?
This English + Digital Literacy course from Canterbury College is designed for people from a migrant or refugee background. This course will help individuals gain the digital skills necessary to engage in a digital economy and improve livelihoods, as well as digital specific language needed to communicate effectively online. It will play a powerful role in helping participants connect, learn, engage with their community, and create more promising futures.
Course: Digital Literacy
What you will learn
Beginner Skills
- Improving keyboard, mouse, and touch screen skills
- Learning specialised online terminology
- Browsing the internet and searching for specific information
- Assessing on-demand services e.g., Netflix, TVNZ OnDemand
- Accessing free online entertainment services e.g., YouTube, Vimeo, News sites
- Filling out online forms
- Downloading and using phone applications (Apps)
- Establishing Wi-Fi connections between devices
- Casting from devices to television
- Using Bluetooth
Intermediate Skills
- Internet Banking
- Buying goods and services online
- Learning how to use different methods of online payment e.g., Apple Pay, PayPal
- Setting up and navigating MyIR and RealMe accounts
- Using email
- Navigating health applications (apps)
- Ordering public transportation and food delivery
Advanced Skills
- Setting up an email account
- Dealing with problems encountered online
- Social media and netiquette
- Cyber security
- Selling goods and services online
- Introduction into basic photo editing skills
- Basic MS Office skills