ACC Library Services: The Future of Computer Science & Computer Information Technology: Digital Fluency

This article discusses the need for both educators and students to develop digital literacy and fluency. Topics explored include the technical knowledge and basic computing skills involved in digital literacy, the availability of digital tools that support literacy education, and the elements deemed necessary in building digital fluency such as participatory engagement, design thinking, and critical computing practices.

Digitalization is a technological trend that is reshaping all sectors of our industry and society today. It is considered a major and inexorable driving force of innovation and disruption that challenges private and public organizations equally.

This article discusses "digital fluency" program developed at Penn State University which defined as the need for readiness to identify, adopt, and use new technologies.

There are so many different aspects to consider when it comes to things like technology, hardware, software, apps, social media, digital identity, and information systems. When we try to look at the big picture, it can sometimes stop us in our tracks and keep us from picking up new skills to add to our digital toolkit.