Strong digital literacy skills are essential for connecting with others in our increasing digital world. When your digital literacy skills are strong, they allow you to stay connected with friends and family who live far away, work together on files and projects with other people, share information quickly when needed, and effectively organize your time.
Start the module and go at your own pace
- This interactive module opens directly on this page.
- Use the Next and Back buttons at the bottom of the module to navigate. You can also navigate using the menu (select the three lines at the top left of the window).
- Select any onscreen buttons or icons to access additional information or complete activities.
- If you leave the module, when you return to the page you should be prompted to resume where you left off unless you have cleared your browser data.
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We offer a version of the Digital Literacy module designed for organizations that use learning management systems, including post-secondary institutions. This version includes additional written activities that guide learners to apply the skills introduced in the module and reflect on how their behaviours may be changing.
If you are an instructor or trainer interested in integrating the Digital Literacy module into your course or training program, please contact us to learn more.
Makhan Virdi, Subject Matter Expert for the FUSION Digital Literacy module
Dr. Makhan Virdi is a Lead Research Scientist at Science Systems and Applications, Inc. (SSAI), supporting NASA's Atmospheric Science Data Center. He specializes in Earth science, geospatial AI, and digital literacy education. He also co-leads several AI-driven ventures focused on environmental intelligence and educational outreach.
“It was an enriching experience to collaborate with the team at Carleton University to create this Digital Literacy module. I appreciated the opportunity to help ensure the content was clear, inclusive, and practical for learners navigating today's digital information landscape. The collaboration with your team was thoughtful, and I believe the result will make a meaningful impact.”
FUSION Team
Dr. Aviva Segal, Content Developer
Erika Rice, Instructional Designer