Digital Skills • Digital Identity • AI Basics • Safer Online Habits
Build digital confidence for everyday life, study and work.
Digital Awareness is a beginner-friendly course that helps learners understand digital tools and technologies, their impact on society and work, and how to navigate the online world more effectively, responsibly and confidently.
Course Overview
Learn the essentials of navigating the digital world
This course introduces the foundations of digital awareness through accessible language, interactive activities, practical exercises and short video-based learning. It is designed to help learners understand digital tools, online content, responsible online behavior and the growing role of technology in daily life.
It is especially useful for learners who want stronger digital literacy skills for school, work and everyday personal use.
Who This Course Is For
Designed for students and the general audience
A strong fit for high-school learners, secondary students and the general audience who want a practical, beginner-level introduction to digital tools, online behavior, digital identity and safer day-to-day technology use.
Search smarter online
Build stronger internet search skills and learn how to navigate digital content more effectively and responsibly.
Email and password basics
Learn how to send and read emails and practice creating secure passwords with a Password Strength Checker.
Digital confidence and AI awareness
Explore everyday digital tools, basic troubleshooting steps and an introduction to the role of artificial intelligence in modern life.
What You Will Learn
- Explain digital technologies and their applications in everyday tasks.
- Identify the benefits and potential downsides of digital technologies.
- Navigate digital content effectively and responsibly.
- Understand the evolution of digital technologies and ethical usage.
- Manage digital online presence more effectively.
- Enhance digital proficiency and troubleshoot common technical issues.
- Understand strong passwords and better online habits.
- Recognize online fraud, piracy and negative digital interactions.
Recognition and Progression
Part of a broader digital literacy pathway
Digital Awareness is the first course in the Digital Literacy Learning Collection and aligns with the Digital Awareness milestone exam in the OpenEDG Digital Literacy pathway.
- Course delivery: self-paced and instructor-led.
- Recognition: digital badge.
- ASC alignment: recommended.
- Instructor training: optional.
- Recommended next course: Using Computer and Mobile Devices.
6-Module Curriculum
A step-by-step path to stronger digital literacy
The course is organized into six modules that cover digital tasks, common devices, internet use, responsible behavior, digital identity and skill-building for future learning.
There’s a whole new world out there!
Understand digital technologies, their benefits and downsides, and identify tasks that become easier using digital tools and online services.
Topics include digital awareness, analogue vs digital worlds, and digital services on the internet.You’ll Need Some Basic Tools
Learn the basic functions of common digital devices, operating systems, files and folders, and the importance of strong passwords.
Topics include input/output devices, OS basics, everyday tasks and password security.This is how you get around and find what you’re looking for
Navigate digital content more effectively and responsibly using search tools, browsers and a basic understanding of online ownership and copyright.
Topics include search, browsing and public domain vs copyright.It just keeps getting better
Explore the evolution of digital technologies, the impact of AI on society and the principles of netiquette and responsible digital behavior.
Topics include digital evolution, AI impact, netiquette and responsible usage.Even Though It’s Digital, It Is Real, With Real Consequences
Learn how to manage personal data online, think about digital permanence, respond wisely to negative communication and understand fraud and piracy risks.
Topics include PII, online anonymity, nonresponse and digital safety awareness.Learn About Anything and Everything
Improve digital proficiency by learning basic troubleshooting steps, identifying skill gaps and using online learning to stay current with new technologies.
Topics include troubleshooting, skills-gap awareness and lifelong digital learning.Requirements
Simple setup for easy access
- No formal prerequisites.
- Basic reading and comprehension skills are helpful.
- Any device with internet access can be used.
- Suitable on smartphones, tablets, Chromebooks, laptops and desktops.
- Physical equipment is not required.
Practical Skills
FAQ
Common questions about the course
Do I need previous digital skills to start?
No. This is a beginner-friendly course with no formal prerequisites.
How long does the course take?
The estimated time to completion is 6 hours, making it easy to fit into school, work or personal learning time.
What practical topics are included?
The course covers digital tools, web search, email basics, strong passwords, AI basics, online responsibility, digital identity and simple troubleshooting.
What do learners receive after completion?
Learners take a final exam and can earn a digital badge.
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