FS - Foundational Skills Overview
Foundational Skills Overview
Introduction
To be productive citizens in a global society we must build a strong sense of foundational skills.
To thrive in a global and digital world today, you will need skills and knowledge to succeed. Not just your academic qualifications but more importantly skills that support foundations that provide the critical building blocks for training and learning in the workplace. It is about how you are able to adapt to change and innovation. In order to ensure success you must start now to provide you with a stronger assurance of success in your career.
Module Lessons Preview
In this module, we will study the following topics:
Digital Citizenship
You will learn about digital citizenship; You will demonstrate an understanding of how to appropriately interact with the digital world to
be a good digital citizen.
Workplace Ethics and Character
You will learn about professional behavior and appearance in the workplace.
Career Connection
You will explore careers in the computer and information technology career pathway.
Key Terms
Career- a lifelong pursuit of an occupation that often requires specialized knowledge and training.
Communication- the process of creating and exchanging meaning through symbolic interaction.
Digital Access- Full electronic participation in Society; the equitable distribution of technology and not only understanding who has access to technology, but the limitations and consequences to those who have limited access to technology.
Digital Citizenship- The appropriate, responsible behavior when using technology. This includes social media, websites, online forums, communities, comments, and in apps and other device features.
Digital Commerce- Electronic selling and buying of goods online; This principle focuses on making safe and informed decisions when purchasing or downloading materials online.
Digital Communication- Electronic exchange of information; understanding the different modes and mediums of digital technology and when to appropriately use them. For example, understanding when sending an email is appropriate versus sending a text message.
Digital Etiquette- Electronic standards of conduct or procedure in the digital world; understanding appropriate code of conduct and procedures when using mobile devices. It extends beyond recognizing bad behavior in that it actively encourages appropriate and responsible behavior online.
Digital Health and Wellness- Physical and psychological well being in the digital technology world; maintaining sound technological practices to promote physical and psychological wellness. Practicing eye safety and ergonomics, and balancing screen time and technology usage are all related to this important principle.
Digital Law- The legal rights and restrictions that govern technology use; understanding and complying with online rules and policies, and how to use technology ethically. Digital law is broad and covers topics from spam to cyberbullying.
Digital Literacy- Process of teaching and learning about technology and the use of technology; process of understanding technology, how to use it in its many forms, and how to adapt when new technologies are introduced. It also extends to internet usage and how to effectively search.
Digital Rights and Responsibilities- Privileges and freedoms extended to everyone in the digital world and the expectations that come with them; Examples of this include the right to privacy and free speech.
Digital Security- Electronic precautions that all technology users must take to guarantee their personal safety and the security of their network; Secure passwords, not sharing passwords, backing up data, and antivirus protection are all examples of this principle.
Ethics- the set of moral principles that guide a person’s behavior.
Time Management- the process of organizing and planning how to divide your time between specific activities.
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