In our increasingly digital world, there are many things we take for granted that every learner should know. However, the digital world we live in today is vastly different from the one our parents grew up in.

Today, learners must learn how to communicate effectively online, navigate social media platforms, use technology tools like Zoom and online learning platforms, work collaboratively in teams, and be resourceful, creative, and persistent.

Learners are expected to become lifelong learners, able to adapt to change quickly and solve problems creatively.

We assume that learners know how to use technology safely and responsibly. But just because something is easy doesn’t mean it’s right. And just because something is difficult doesn’t make it wrong.

The question is: What do you want your learners to know about the digital world? How can they apply what they’ve learned in their everyday lives?

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Adapting To The Digital World: What Learners Should Know

Here are some of the most essential skills every learner needs to develop to succeed in this new digital age.

Communication Skill is Paramount

Communication is an essential skill for success in any field. So it’s no surprise that communication skills are also critical to success in education. Learners must be able to express themselves clearly and concisely when communicating with others inside and outside of school or college. In addition, they need to be able to listen carefully and respond appropriately.

In the digital world, learners will have to communicate using multiple forms of media, including text messaging, email, video conferencing, and social media platforms. Learners must be comfortable with all these modes of communication so they can collaborate effectively with peers and educators.

Patience Is Still Crucial

In the past, educators would often tell whether a learner was listening by looking at their face. Today, however, learners have access to so much information that they may hear only part of an educator’s message before moving on to another task.

This means that patience is still crucial. Learners need to understand that sometimes they won’t get everything they want immediately, but they will eventually.

Problem-Solving Skills

Problem-solving is an integral part of life. Whether it’s figuring out how to get home after school or finding a solution to a math problem, learners need to be able to think critically about situations and come up with solutions.

In the digital world, learners will face challenges that require them to think through problems and find solutions. For example, if a learner has forgotten his homework assignment at home, he may need to figure out how to access his educator’s email account to ask for help.

Or if a learner wants to watch a video, but her internet connection isn’t working, she might need to look into ways to download the file before watching it. These are examples of real-life scenarios that require learners to think critically about problems and find solutions.

Identifying Real Information from the Fakes

As we move towards a more connected world, there is a growing amount of fake information available online. Learners need to be aware of these fakes and understand how to identify reliable sources of information.

This is easier said than done, though. Fake news sites are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and many people don’t even realize they’re reading fake content.

Therefore, learners must learn to use critical thinking skills to evaluate information and make decisions.

If learners can identify unreliable information quickly, they can avoid being misled. Related to the previous point, critical thinking skills are beneficial when evaluating social media posts.

Being Technology Savvy

Technology is becoming increasingly integrated into our lives. As technology becomes more accessible, learners must become familiar with different devices and software programs. In addition, they need to be comfortable using computers and other electronic devices.

Nowadays, learners, especially the younger generations, tend to be very tech-savvy. However, this doesn’t mean that all of them are ready to jump into the digital world. Many learners don’t feel comfortable using certain technologies because they aren’t sure what to do.

Overall,

The digital world is changing rapidly, and learners need to adapt accordingly. To do this, they need to develop 21st-century skills like creativity, collaboration, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and technology savvy to navigate the new landscape.

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