Digital Media Literacy Short Course

Digital Media Literacy Short Course

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This short course offers an essential introduction to navigating the digital world with confidence. Explore the fundamentals of digital media, learn to use digital tools effectively, and understand safe online practices. Through engaging lessons, develop critical skills in communication, privacy, and evaluating information to become a responsible digital citizen.

The NCCA guidelines give teachers significant flexibility in delivering a coding short course, allowing them to tailor it to their school's context and students' needs. The Coding Ireland short course is designed for approximately 100 hours of student engagement, which can be scheduled over 1, 2, or 3 years within the Junior Cycle. Schools may adapt the course, including the Classroom-Based Assessment, to reflect specific learning priorities.

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This module introduces foundational concepts of digital media and technology. It covers essential topics such as understanding digital tools, navigating online environments safely, and communicating effectively in digital spaces. Through interactive lessons, students will build critical skills in media literacy, online safety, and responsible internet use.

Introduction to Digital Media
What is Digital Media? Quiz Beginner
Digital Tools Overview Quiz Challenge Beginner
Navigating Online Spaces Quiz Challenge Beginner
Digital Communication Basics Quiz Challenge Beginner
Introduction to the Internet and Devices
The World of the Internet Quiz Challenge Beginner
How Does the Internet Work? Quiz Challenge Beginner
Different Types of Devices Quiz Challenge Beginner
Online Safety and Your Digital Footprint
What is Personal Information? Quiz Challenge Beginner
Why We Shouldn't Share Personal Information Online Quiz Challenge Beginner
Strong vs. Weak Passwords Quiz Challenge Beginner
The Dangers of Sharing Passwords Quiz Challenge Beginner
What is a Digital Footprint? Quiz Challenge Intermediate
How a Digital Footprint is Created Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Think Before You Post Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Searching the Web
Crafting Effective Search Queries Quiz Challenge Beginner
Identifying Reliable Sources Quiz Challenge Beginner
Search and Evaluate Quiz Challenge Beginner
Learning About Artificial Intelligence (AI)
What is AI? Quiz Beginner
Basic Interactions Quiz Challenge Beginner
Prompt Engineering Quiz Challenge Beginner
Using AI for Web Searches Quiz Challenge Beginner
AI Q&A Quiz Challenge Beginner

This module offers a comprehensive exploration of digital media creation and critical evaluation. Through practical lessons, students develop skills in storytelling, image and video editing, audio production, and multimedia integration using accessible tools. The curriculum also emphasises ethical practices, audience awareness, and the responsible use of AI technologies in content creation.

Creating Digital Content
Digital Storytelling Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Image Editing Basics Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Video Editing Intro Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Audio in Digital Media Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Combining Media Elements Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Audience and Purpose Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Evaluating Digital Information
Source Credibility Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Spotting Bias Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Fact-Checking Skills Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Consumer Patterns Online Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Comparing Digital Formats Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Creating with AI
Introduction to Image Generation Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Prompt Engineering for Images Quiz Challenge Intermediate
AI for Audio Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Ethical Considerations and Societal Impact Quiz Challenge Intermediate
How to Spot AI Online Intermediate

This module explores the multifaceted realm of digital media and technology through a comprehensive curriculum. It covers advanced video editing, interactive web design, digital portfolio creation, and social media campaigns, alongside critical topics like data privacy, algorithmic bias, digital ethics, and AI model development, fostering both technical skills and ethical awareness.

Advanced Digital Projects
Advanced Video Editing Quiz Challenge Advanced
Digital Portfolio Creation Quiz Challenge Advanced
Social Media Campaign Quiz Challenge Advanced
Collaborative Project Advanced
Digital Ethics and Impact
Impact of Digital Media Quiz Challenge Advanced
Data Privacy Deep Dive Quiz Challenge Advanced
Bias in Algorithms Quiz Challenge Advanced
Reflecting on Digital Citizenship Quiz Challenge Advanced
Digital Ethics Debate Quiz Challenge Advanced
Creating an AI Model
How AI Works Quiz Challenge Advanced
Advanced Prompt Engineering Quiz Challenge Advanced
An Introduction to AI Models Quiz Advanced
Create an Image Model Quiz Advanced
Create a Pose Model Quiz Advanced
Classroom-Based Assessment Advanced

This module introduces foundational concepts of digital media and technology. It covers essential topics such as understanding digital tools, navigating online environments safely, and communicating effectively in digital spaces. Through interactive lessons, students will build critical skills in media literacy, online safety, and responsible internet use.

Introduction to Digital Media
What is Digital Media? Quiz Beginner
Digital Tools Overview Quiz Challenge Beginner
Navigating Online Spaces Quiz Challenge Beginner
Digital Communication Basics Quiz Challenge Beginner
Introduction to the Internet and Devices
The World of the Internet Quiz Challenge Beginner
How Does the Internet Work? Quiz Challenge Beginner
Different Types of Devices Quiz Challenge Beginner
Online Safety and Your Digital Footprint
What is Personal Information? Quiz Challenge Beginner
Why We Shouldn't Share Personal Information Online Quiz Challenge Beginner
Strong vs. Weak Passwords Quiz Challenge Beginner
The Dangers of Sharing Passwords Quiz Challenge Beginner
What is a Digital Footprint? Quiz Challenge Intermediate
How a Digital Footprint is Created Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Think Before You Post Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Searching the Web
Crafting Effective Search Queries Quiz Challenge Beginner
Identifying Reliable Sources Quiz Challenge Beginner
Search and Evaluate Quiz Challenge Beginner
Learning About Artificial Intelligence (AI)
What is AI? Quiz Beginner
Basic Interactions Quiz Challenge Beginner
Prompt Engineering Quiz Challenge Beginner
Using AI for Web Searches Quiz Challenge Beginner
AI Q&A Quiz Challenge Beginner

This module offers a comprehensive exploration of digital media creation and critical evaluation. Through practical lessons, students develop skills in storytelling, image and video editing, audio production, and multimedia integration using accessible tools. The curriculum also emphasises ethical practices, audience awareness, and the responsible use of AI technologies in content creation.

Creating Digital Content
Digital Storytelling Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Image Editing Basics Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Video Editing Intro Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Audio in Digital Media Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Combining Media Elements Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Audience and Purpose Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Evaluating Digital Information
Source Credibility Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Spotting Bias Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Fact-Checking Skills Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Consumer Patterns Online Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Comparing Digital Formats Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Creating with AI
Introduction to Image Generation Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Prompt Engineering for Images Quiz Challenge Intermediate
AI for Audio Quiz Challenge Intermediate
Ethical Considerations and Societal Impact Quiz Challenge Intermediate
How to Spot AI Online Intermediate

This module explores the multifaceted realm of digital media and technology through a comprehensive curriculum. It covers advanced video editing, interactive web design, digital portfolio creation, and social media campaigns, alongside critical topics like data privacy, algorithmic bias, digital ethics, and AI model development, fostering both technical skills and ethical awareness.

Advanced Digital Projects
Advanced Video Editing Quiz Challenge Advanced
Digital Portfolio Creation Quiz Challenge Advanced
Social Media Campaign Quiz Challenge Advanced
Collaborative Project Advanced
Digital Ethics and Impact
Impact of Digital Media Quiz Challenge Advanced
Data Privacy Deep Dive Quiz Challenge Advanced
Bias in Algorithms Quiz Challenge Advanced
Reflecting on Digital Citizenship Quiz Challenge Advanced
Digital Ethics Debate Quiz Challenge Advanced
Creating an AI Model
How AI Works Quiz Challenge Advanced
Advanced Prompt Engineering Quiz Challenge Advanced
An Introduction to AI Models Quiz Advanced
Create an Image Model Quiz Advanced
Create a Pose Model Quiz Advanced

Classroom-Based Assessment Advanced

Curriculum Mapping

See exactly how this course maps to official curriculum specifications

NCCA Junior Cycle DML Short Course (2025)
Curriculum Area
Outcomes
Understanding myself when engaging online
1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7
Evaluating online content
2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7
Following my interests online
3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 3.10
Publishing online
4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9

The curriculum does not include official reference codes for individual learning outcomes, so we have assigned a code scheme to make it easier to identify and track coverage.

What Students Will Learn

Learning Goals

  1. Understand the fundamental concepts and importance of digital media in everyday life.
  2. Develop skills to navigate online spaces safely and responsibly.
  3. Acquire proficiency in using digital tools for communication, creativity, and learning.
  4. Evaluate the credibility and reliability of online information and sources.
  5. Foster critical thinking and ethical considerations in digital content creation and interaction.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Define digital media and explain its significance in personal and societal contexts through reflective activities.
  2. Identify and select appropriate digital tools for specific tasks in communication, creativity, and learning.
  3. Demonstrate safe and responsible navigation of online spaces by distinguishing between secure and risky behaviours.
  4. Evaluate the credibility of online sources using structured methods like the CRAAP Test to ensure reliable information use.
  5. Create a multimedia project by integrating images, audio, and video, applying ethical editing practices with digital tools.

What You'll Need

Student Devices

Students will need one of these devices. Students can share in groups of 2-3 if necessary.

Chromebook/Laptop/PC
Chromebook/Laptop/PC
iPad/Tablet
iPad/Tablet
Required Equipment

Equipment used in some of the lessons in this course. Items can be shared among students.

Headphones
Headphones
Webcam/camera
Webcam/camera

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