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Digital Literacy

Students learn how to use technology safely and effectively while developing skills in computer applications, digital communication, and responsible online citizenship.

Semester course · 51 lessons · 3 units

  • Digital Literacy
  • Voyage
  • Semester
  • 6th grade
  • 7th grade
  • 8th grade
  • 9th grade

Course Summary

Digital Literacy is a foundational course that prepares students to thrive in our technology-driven world. Students explore essential computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and internet research techniques. The course covers digital citizenship topics such as online safety, cyberbullying prevention, privacy protection, and ethical technology use. Students learn to evaluate online information for credibility and bias while developing strong digital communication skills through email, collaborative platforms, and appropriate social media practices. The curriculum also introduces students to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, coding basics, and multimedia creation tools. By the end of the course, students will be confident, responsible digital citizens who can effectively use technology for learning, communication, and creative expression while understanding the importance of maintaining their digital footprint and respecting others in online spaces.

Course Outline

    1. Keyboarding Posture
    2. Computer Parts Learn the different parts that make up a computer!
    3. Computer Parts: Inputs/Outputs
    4. Operating Systems Software
    5. Application Software
    6. Information Processing
    7. Memory and Storage
    8. Components of the Internet
    9. Connecting to the Internet
    10. Online Communication Tools
    11. Digital Resilience
    12. Data Management
    13. AI Awareness
    14. Computational Thinking
    15. Website Navigation
    16. Search Engine Skills
    17. Email
    18. Digital Citizenship
    19. Online Safety
    20. Digital Threats asd
    21. Online Privacy
    22. Copyright
    23. Digital Wellness
    24. Cyberbullying
    25. Software Navigation
    26. Computer File Navigation
    27. Word Processing
    28. Word Processing: Tables and Images
    29. Intro to Databases
    30. Calendars
    31. Digital Media
    32. Dress for Success Learn the standard and dress expectations for different environments, and what they entail!
    33. Resume Building Intro to Resume Building!
    34. Interviewing Basics Learn the basics of interviewing!

    1. Word Basics Learn about the basics of Microsoft Word!
    2. PowerPoint Basics Learn about the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint!
    3. PowerPoint Continued Learn about the basics of PowerPoint!
    4. Excel Basics Learn the basics of Excel!
    5. Excel Continued Learn even more about Microsoft Excel!
    6. Email Etiquette Learn more about Email Etiquette!

    1. Google Docs Basics Learn about the basics of Google Documents (Doc)!
    2. Google Docs Continued Learn about the basics of Google Documents (Doc)!
    3. Google Slides Basics Learn about the basics of Google Slides!
    4. Google Slides Continued Learn about the basics of Google Slides!
    5. Google Drive Basics Learn about the basics of Google Drive!
    6. Google Drive Continued Learn about the basics of Google Drive!
    7. Gmail Etiquette Learn about email etiquette and how to create your own email signature!
    8. Gmail Etiquette Continued Learn about email etiquette and how to create your own email signature!
    9. Google Sheets Basics Learn about the basics of Google Sheets!
    10. Google Sheets Continued Learn about the basics of Google Sheets!
    11. Google Chat Basics Learn the in's-and-out's of Google Chat!

Standard Alignment

State standards documents

Document Standards Grades
National
2022 Skill Struck Standards Alignment + Correlation Guide CSTA K-12 Computer Science Standards · 2022 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Alabama
Alabama Course of Study Digital Literacy and CS Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Alabama Course of Study Digital Literacy and CS Standards K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Arizona
Arizona Computer Science Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Arizona Computer Science Standards K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Arkansas
Arkansas Computer Science and Computing Standards High School Programming + Skill Struck Alignment Arkansas Computer Science and Computing Standards High School Programming · 2023 9-12
Arkansas Computer Science and Computing Standards Middle School Introduction to Coding Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Arkansas Computer Science and Computing Standards Middle School Introduction to Coding Standards · 2023 6-8
California
California K-12 CS Standards + Skill Struck Alignment California K-12 CS Standards K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Georgia
Georgia Standards of Excellence for K-8 Computer Science + Skill Struck Alignment Georgia Standards of Excellence for K-8 Computer Science K-2, 3-5, 6-8
Idaho
Idaho Content Standards Computer Science + Skill Struck Alignment Idaho Content Standards Computer Science · 2023 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Illinois
Illinois Computer Science Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Illinois Computer Science Standards · 2022 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Indiana
Indiana K-12 Computer Science Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Indiana K-12 Computer Science Standards · 2023 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Iowa
Iowa Computer Science Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Iowa Computer Science Standards K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Kansas
Kansas CS Standards P-12 + Skill Struck Alignment Kansas CS Standards P-12 · 2023 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Kentucky
Kentucky Academic Standards for Computer Science + Skill Struck Alignment Kentucky Academic Standards for Computer Science · 2023 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Maryland
Maryland K-12 CS Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Maryland K-12 CS Standards · 2023 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Massachusetts
Massachusetts Digital Literacy and Computer Science Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Massachusetts Digital Literacy and Computer Science Standards · 2023 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Michigan
Michigan K-12 Standards Computer Science + Skill Struck Alignment Michigan K-12 Standards Computer Science · 2023 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Mississippi
Mississippi College and Career Readiness standards for Computer Science + Skill Struck Alignment Mississippi College and Career Readiness standards for Computer Science · 2022 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Missouri
Missouri K-12 Computer Science Performance Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Missouri K-12 Computer Science Performance Standards · 2023 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Nebraska
Nebraska K-12 Technology Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Nebraska K-12 Technology Standards · 2023 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Nevada
Nevada Academic Content Standards for CS + Skill Struck Alignment Nevada Academic Content Standards for CS K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Nevada Academic Content Standards for Integrated Technology + Skill Struck Alignment Nevada Academic Content Standards for Integrated Technology K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Nevada Computer Science Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Nevada Computer Science Standards 9-12
New Jersey
New Jersey Computer Science and Design Thinking Standards + Skill Struck Alignment New Jersey Computer Science and Design Thinking Standards · 2020 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
New York
New York Computer Science and Digital Fluency Learning Standards K-12 + Skill Struck Alignment New York Computer Science and Digital Fluency Learning Standards K-12 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
North Carolina
North Carolina K-12 CS Standards + Skill Struck Alignment North Carolina K-12 CS Standards K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Ohio
Ohio's Learning Standards Computer Science + Skill Struck Alignment Ohio's Learning Standards Computer Science · 2023 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Oklahoma
Oklahoma Academic Standards for Computer Science + Skill Struck Alignment Oklahoma Academic Standards for Computer Science K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Rhode Island
Rhode Island's K-12 CS Education Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Rhode Island's K-12 CS Education Standards K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
South Carolina
South Carolina Computer Science and Digital Literacy Standards + Skill Struck Alignment South Carolina Computer Science and Digital Literacy Standards · 2023 K-2, 3-5, 6-8
South Carolina's Computer Science Standards for High School + Skill Struck Alignment South Carolina's Computer Science Standards for High School · 2023 9-12
Tennessee
Tennessee K-12 Computer Science State Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Tennessee K-12 Computer Science State Standards · 2023 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Texas
TEKs Skills for CTE + Skill Struck Alignment TEKs Skills for CTE 9-12
TEKs Technology Applications K-8 Standards + Skill Struck Alignment TEKs Technology Applications K-8 Standards K-2, 3-5, 6-8
Utah
Utah 6-12 CS Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Utah 6-12 CS Standards · 2019 6-8, 9-12
Virginia
Virginia K-12 CS Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Virginia K-12 CS Standards · 2023 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Washington
Washington K-12 CS State Learning Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Washington K-12 CS State Learning Standards K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Wisconsin
Wisconsin Standards for Computer Science + Skill Struck Alignment Wisconsin Standards for Computer Science · 2023 K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Wyoming
Wyoming Computer Science Content Standards + Skill Struck Alignment Wyoming Computer Science Content Standards · 2020 K-2, 3-5, 6-8

Course Project

In this course, students will explore a variety of digital literacy topics. They will practice using softwares to create spreadsheets, slideshows, text documents, and more.