Story Time! A Story of Persistence Ebony’s journey from Hampton, Virginia, to the Ivy League wasn’t easy. But it’s what she’s done with her knowledge of technology that defines her. She says, “You have to create something, share it, and you do it almost instantaneously. That’s power.” Ebony is a Grassroots Organizer, and her understanding of technology comes from a combination of self-learning and mentors who helped her shape her professional path. As she reflects on how she applies her skills in the OER project, Ebony recounts how technology helps her share ideas, organize events, and collaborate with others. “It’s about using digital tools to communicate. Whether it’s sharing a thought on X or organizing a community meeting through Zoom, digital platforms make everything faster and accessible,” she says. For Ebony, the key to successful online collaboration is in knowing how to effectively communicate and share ideas. “I didn’t learn these things just by reading books or watching videos. It was through asking questions online, reaching out for advice, and putting things into practice. That’s how I really grew in my digital skills.” Examples of Digital Literacies and Reflection & Writing Prompts: Review the examples of digital literacies. From the list below, select 5 to explore further throughout the lesson. Based on your selections, reflect on the corresponding prompts and write out your responses. You may use those selected or choose new ones later on in the lesson. You are welcome to skip any of the prompts that do not apply and jump to the "guiding questions for online search" to learn more about how others demonstrate the digital literacies. 1. Reading a Lot Online
Lesson: Exploring Communication and Collaboration in Digital Environments
Objective: By the end of this lesson, you will:
Step 1: Reflecting on Your Current Digital Communication & Collaboration Practices Choose 5 digital literacies from the following list:
For each selected literacy, answer the following prompts:
Step 2: Exploring New Ways to Communicate & Collaborate Online Using your responses from Step 1, generate ChatGPT prompts to help explore how you can communicate and collaborate in new and innovative ways for school or work. Example ChatGPT Prompts:
Step 3: Finding Role Models in Digital Communication & Collaboration Use platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, or other professional spaces to identify women who excel in digital communication and collaboration in your field of interest. Look for role models who can inspire you in how to enhance your own communication skills. Guiding Search Questions:
Step 4: Examples of How to Communicate and Collaborate Online How to Communicate Online:
Step 5: Conclusion & Next Steps
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Story Time! A Journey of Learning and Empowerment Nicole Bakula never thought her love for advertising would lead her to digital literacy, but life has a funny way of connecting the dots. “I remember browsing YouTube all the time when I was younger—just trying to figure out how to download music,” she reflects. “It’s funny how those early moments shaped my understanding of the digital world.” By the time she moved to New York to pursue her master's in Strategic Design and Management, Nicole had made a complete career shift. She wasn’t just a public relations graduate anymore. She had become a full-fledged UX Researcher. She’s seen firsthand how digital tools bridge gaps for people, especially those from underprivileged communities. Her involvement with the Open Educational Resource (OER) project has one main goal: to make digital skills accessible to all, particularly marginalized groups. “Digital literacy is more than just knowing how to use a computer. It’s about creating spaces for people to thrive. I want to teach others how to use technology, to leverage it to solve problems,” says Nicole, explaining her motivation. Through the OER, she is providing resources that will help others just like her—navigating a world filled with opportunities, thanks to digital tools. Examples of Digital Literacies and Reflection & Writing Prompts: Review the examples of digital literacies. From the list below, select 5 to explore further throughout the lesson. Based on your selections, reflect on the corresponding prompts and write out your responses. You may use those selected or choose new ones later on in the lesson. You are welcome to skip any of the prompts that do not apply and jump to the "guiding questions for online search" to learn more about how others demonstrate the digital literacies. 1. Learn
Lesson: Exploring & Expanding Digital Literacies for Academic and Professional Growth
Objective: By the end of this lesson, you will:
Choose 5 digital literacies from the list above. For each, answer the reflection prompts provided. You can select the same digital literacy for more than one prompt if applicable. Digital Literacies to Reflect On
Step 2: Identify 5 Digital Literacies to Pursue Based on your reflections in Step 1, choose 5 digital literacies that are most relevant to your academic or professional journey. Consider how these skills will help you grow in your current or future career. For each of the five digital literacies you select, answer the following questions:
Step 3: Generate Prompts for ChatGPT Use your answers from Steps 1 and 2 to create prompts for ChatGPT that will help you explore how to apply your chosen digital literacies in new and innovative ways for your school or work. Example Prompts:
Step 4: Explore Women Who Exemplify Excellence in Digital Literacies Use LinkedIn, Instagram, or other platforms to find women in your field or those who inspire you by exemplifying excellence in the digital literacies you want to develop. Search for women who:
Step 5: Conclusion & Next Steps
By using these prompts, individuals will reflect deeply on their current digital skills, identify areas for growth, and explore how to apply their digital literacies in meaningful and innovative ways. This process not only encourages academic and professional development but also helps them find inspiration from role models who excel in similar fields. |
AuthorThis blog post was created through a collaborative effort, incorporating valuable insights from contributors, prompt engineering and editing by Dr. Jordan, and the assistance of ChatGPT for generating and refining content. ArchivesCategories |