EducationTeaching professionalsISCO 2356
digital literacy teacher
Digital literacy teachers instruct students in the theory and practice of (basic) computer usage. They teach students digital literacy and, optionally, more advanced principles of computer science. They prepare the students with knowledge of software programmes ensure that computer hardware equipment is properly used. Digital literacy teachers construct and revise course content and assignments, and update them according to technological developments.
About digital literacy teacher
As a digital literacy teacher, you play a crucial role in preparing students for the modern world by teaching them essential computer skills and digital competencies. Your daily responsibilities include developing engaging lesson plans, delivering instruction on software applications and hardware fundamentals, and creating digital educational materials that align with curriculum standards. You will assess student understanding through various methods, troubleshoot technical issues, and adapt your teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs and abilities.
Key Work Functions
Core areas of responsibility for a digital literacy teacher.
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Course Design and Content Development
- Create comprehensive lesson plans aligned with curriculum objectives and learning outcomes
- Design web-based courses and digital learning materials using e-learning platforms
- Update course content regularly to reflect current technological developments and software updates
- Develop digital educational materials including presentations, videos, and interactive content
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Instructional Delivery
- Teach digital literacy fundamentals including basic computer usage, office software, and hardware specifications
- Demonstrate hands-on computer skills and applications during lessons
- Apply diverse instructional strategies to engage students with different learning styles
- Adapt teaching methods to individual student capabilities and learning pace
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Student Assessment and Support
- Design and implement assessment processes to evaluate student comprehension and skill development
- Assess students through tests, assignments, and practical exercises
- Provide technical troubleshooting support and assist students with equipment problems
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Technology Integration and Technical Management
- Perform ICT troubleshooting for both software and hardware issues
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of computer hardware equipment in classroom settings
- Stay current with digital systems and emerging technologies in education
European Skills Framework
Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.
Essential (27)
assessment processesassessment processesVarious evaluation techniques, theories, and tools applicable in the assessment of students, participants in a programme, and employees. Different assessment strategies such as initial, formative, sum...ICT hardware specificationsICT hardware specificationsThe characteristics, uses and operations of various hardware products such as printers, screens, and laptops.digital systemsdigital systemsSystems to store, process and spread information in digital form. They are hardware, software and networks, as well as the ways in which these can be employed.e-learninge-learningThe strategies and didactical methods of learning in which the main elements include the use of ICT technologies.technology educationtechnology educationThe educational branch that aims at providing students with the relevant knowledge skills about technology and its uses and applications.instructional strategiesinstructional strategiesThe techniques that instructors use to deliver lessons. The aim of these strategies is to make students become more involved in the learning process.Computer Assisted Language LearningComputer Assisted Language LearningA language teaching and learning approach in which information technologies as well as computer-based resources are used to reinforce, present, make interactive and assess second or foreign languages ...office softwareoffice softwareThe characteristics and functioning of software programs for office tasks such as word processing, spreadsheets, presentation, email and database.curriculum objectivescurriculum objectivesThe goals identified in curricula and defined learning outcomes.prepare lesson contentprepare lesson contentPrepare content to be taught in class in accordance with curriculum objectives by drafting exercises, researching up-to-date examples etc.design web-based coursesdesign web-based coursesCreate web-based training and instruction courses using dynamic and static online tools to deliver learning outcomes to the audience of the course. Web tools used here can include streaming video and ...adapt teaching to student's capabilitiesadapt teaching to student's capabilitiesIdentify the learning struggles and successes of students. Select teaching and learning strategies that support students’ individual learning needs and goals.apply teaching strategiesapply teaching strategiesEmploy various approaches, learning styles, and channels to instruct students, such as communicating content in terms they can understand, organising talking points for clarity, and repeating argument...develop digital contentdevelop digital contentCreate and edit digital content in different formats, express oneself through digital means.assess studentsassess studentsEvaluate the students' (academic) progress, achievements, course knowledge and skills through assignments, tests, and examinations. Diagnose their needs and track their progress, strengths, and weakne...perform ICT troubleshootingperform ICT troubleshootingIdentify problems with servers, desktops, printers, networks, and remote access, and perform actions which solve the problems.assist students with equipmentassist students with equipmentProvide assistance to students when working with (technical) equipment used in practice-based lessons and solve operational problems when necessary.adapt teaching to target groupadapt teaching to target groupInstruct students in the most fitting manner in regards to the teaching context or the age group, such as a formal versus an informal teaching context, and teaching peers as opposed to children.demonstrate when teachingdemonstrate when teachingPresent to others examples of your experience, skills, and competences that are appropriate to specific learning content to help students in their learning.develop digital educational materialsdevelop digital educational materialsCreate resources and instructional materials (e-learning, educational video and audio material, educational prezi) using digital technologies to transfer insight and awareness in order to improve lear...give constructive feedbackgive constructive feedbackProvide founded feedback through both criticism and praise in a respectful, clear, and consistent manner. Highlight achievements as well as mistakes and set up methods of formative assessment to evalu...teach digital literacyteach digital literacyInstruct students in the theory and practice of (basic) digital and computer competency, such as typing efficiently, working with basic online technologies, and checking email. This also includes coac...perform classroom managementperform classroom managementMaintain discipline and engage students during instruction.provide lesson materialsprovide lesson materialsEnsure that the necessary materials for teaching a class, such as visual aids, are prepared, up-to-date, and present in the instruction space.assist students in their learningassist students in their learningSupport and coach students in their work, give learners practical support and encouragement.apply intercultural teaching strategiesapply intercultural teaching strategiesEnsure that the content, methods, materials and the general learning experience is inclusive for all students and takes into account the expectations and experiences of learners from diverse cultural ...use IT toolsuse IT toolsApplication of computers, computer networks and other information technologies and equipment to storing, retrieving, transmitting and manipulating data, in the context of a business or enterprise.
Optional (21)
digital communication and collaborationdigital communication and collaborationCommunicate in digital environments, share resources through online tools, link with others and collaborate through digital tools, interact with and participate in communities and networks, cross-cult...problem-solving with digital toolsproblem-solving with digital toolsIdentify digital needs and resources, make informed decisions on most appropriate digital tools according to the purpose or need, solve conceptual problems through digital means, creatively use techno...computer historycomputer historyThe history of computer development framed in a digitising society.emergent technologiesemergent technologiesThe recent trends, developments and innovations in modern technologies such as biotechnology, artificial intelligence and robotics.learning difficultieslearning difficultiesThe learning disorders some students face in an academic context, especially Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, and concentration deficit disorders.e-learning software infrastructuree-learning software infrastructureThe infrastructure properties and specifications required to set up the e-learning environment which provides learning experiences to the audience.digital curationdigital curationThe field that deals with maintaining, preserving and adding value to digital research.teamwork principlesteamwork principlesThe cooperation between people characterised by a unified commitment to achieving a given goal, participating equally, maintaining open communication, facilitating effective usage of ideas etc.online moderation techniquesonline moderation techniquesThe strategies and methods used to interact online and moderate online users and groups.consult students on learning contentconsult students on learning contentTake students' opinions and preferences into consideration when determining learning content.facilitate teamwork between studentsfacilitate teamwork between studentsEncourage students to cooperate with others in their learning by working in teams, for example through group activities.monitor developments in field of expertisemonitor developments in field of expertiseKeep up with new research, regulations, and other significant changes, labour market related or otherwise, occurring within the field of specialisation.create SCORM packagescreate SCORM packagesDevelop educational packages for e-learning platforms using the Sharable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM) standard.identify technological needsidentify technological needsAssess needs and identify digital tools and possible technological responses to address them. Adjust and customise digital environments to personal needs (e.g. accessibility).manage student relationshipsmanage student relationshipsManage the relations between students and between student and teacher. Act as a just authority and create an environment of trust and stability.develop learning curriculumdevelop learning curriculumDevelop and plan the learning goals and outcomes for education institutions, as well as the required teaching methods and potential education resources. Organise content, form, methods and technologie...manage resources for educational purposesmanage resources for educational purposesIdentify the necessary resources needed for learning purposes, such as materials in class or arranged transportation for a field trip. Apply for the corresponding budget and follow up on the orders.keep personal administrationkeep personal administrationFile and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.adapt training to labour marketadapt training to labour marketIdentify developments in the labour market and recognise their relevance to the training of students.identify ICT user needsidentify ICT user needsDetermine the needs and requirements of ICT users of a specific system by applying analytical methods, such as target group analysis.screen readerscreen readerSoftware program which converts screen elements such as text, images, or buttons, displayed in the computer into Braille or speech. Assistive technology used by visually impaired or blind people to in...
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