Exam Objectives
IC3 Digital Literacy Global Standard 6 (GS6) is the latest version of the IC3 Digital Literacy program. This program has been restructured to address current computing concepts, including cloud and mobile technologies; to align closely with educational requirements and ensure learners of all ages can validate their understanding of Digital Literacy.
Whether a candidate is a primary, secondary, or post-secondary student who plans to pursue a career in IT, or simply someone who wants become more effective with technology, IC3 Digital Literacy Certification is the place to start. IC3 Digital Literacy allows candidates to demonstrate their ability to select and use the appropriate research, productivity, collaboration, and communications tools, to find reliable information, create content, communicate safely, and identify credibility and bias in modern digital environments.
The new structure is a comprehensive set of stackable certifications across seven digital literacy domains. It is composed of three exams, each awarding its own certificate, that validate an understanding of each domain at the basic, intermediate, and advanced levels.
- Level 1 measures knowledge of fundamental concepts and essential components.
- Level 2 requires a working knowledge of each of the seven skill groups.
- Level 3 validates an advanced understanding of digital literacy and indicates that the candidate has the technical foundation needed to advance successfully along their educational and employment paths and support the development of more specialized technological skills.
1. Technology Basics
1.1 Evaluate software and hardware devices
1.2 Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical problems with assistance
1.3 Understand selected software concepts
2. Digital Citizenship
2.1 Understand how to protect others’ personally identifiable information
2.2 Explain best practices for digital citizenship
3. Information Management
3.1 Construct an effective information search
3.2 Evaluate digital information sources and multiple search results
4. Content Creation
4.1 Create, edit, and publish or present original digital media content
4.2 Represent data visually
4.3 Manage digital information and files
4.4 Be aware of challenges and solutions for accessibility
5. Communication
5.1 Manage interpersonal digital communications
5.2 Communicate with others to identify and understand issues
6. Collaboration
6.1 Collaborate with others to resolve issues
6.2 Contribute constructively to project teams
7. Safety and Security
7.1 Manage device security
7.2 Be aware of the physical and environmental impact of digital tools and
technologies
IC3 Overview
Skills you need now. Credentials for your future.
Don't just use technology, succeed with technology.
Technology has become a part of our everyday lives, and understanding how to function in environments that require the use of computers and the Internet is more critical now than ever before. So, whether you are a primary, secondary, or post-secondary student who plans to pursue a career in IT, or simply become more effective with technology, IC3 Digital Literacy Certification is the place to start.
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IC3 Digital Literacy certifications are a clear way to validate advanced digital literacy skills and abilities. Digital badges make it easy to validate abilities with potential employers, academic institutions, colleagues, and peers on social media sites such as LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter, as well as email and online portfolios.
IC3 Digital Certification
The IC3 Digital Literacy certification is a credential that is designed to remain relevant in an ever-evolving world of technology. With a focus on the most critical elements that drive technology today, IC3 Digital Literacy delivers a comprehensive solution for learning how to succeed in any environment that requires the use of computers, devices, or the Internet. Best of all, because IC3 Digital Literacu includes concepts and skills that apply to almost any school or career pathway, it’s the ideal solution for any student or jobseeker looking to enhance or validate their digital skills.
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