This course, co-developed by Goodwill Industries International and World Education, is for anyone who wants to understand what it means to work in the 21st Century Workplace and support individuals who want to navigate our complex digital landscape and help others to safely engage in online activities and flourish in a technology-driven landscape.
The Digital Divide
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The Digital Divide
This course is part of Goodwill® Digital Navigator Certificate Specialization
Taught in English
Instructor: Goodwill Academy
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Course
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals
Beginner level
Recommended experience
6 hours (approximately)
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
What is the Digital Divide?
How the digital divide impact the learner and their community.
How to navigate the digital divide.
Skills you'll gain
Details to know
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September 2024
Assessments
15 assignments
Course
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals
Beginner level
Recommended experience
6 hours (approximately)
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills
Build your subject-matter expertise
This course is part of the Goodwill® Digital Navigator Certificate Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
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There are 3 modules in this course
In this module, you will learn to apply the six foundational principles of digital inclusion (digital inclusion, digital exclusion, digital equity, digital divide, digital redlining, digital literacy) to your own communities. You will make connections to what you already know about digital inclusion and the content introduced in this section.
What's included
11 videos4 readings4 assignments3 discussion prompts
In this module, you will make high-level connections to digital navigation services to assess your local community’s digital service needs. You will practice assessing your community needs using real-world data on broadband access locally.
What's included
16 videos7 assignments1 discussion prompt
In this module, you will understand the role of a digital navigator, explore navigation and digital resilience ecosystems, and learn foundational skills for effective digital navigation.
What's included
15 videos4 assignments
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