EL 121 Effective Digital Learning

This course introduces students to the major skills and knowledge needed to learn effectively in digital environments and from digital texts. Students will gain an understanding of time- and self-management strategies, critical digital literacy skills including active online reading and media comprehension strategies, and media analysis skills for use in fully online, partially online, and face-to-face classes where digital texts may be used.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Identify appropriate technology and methods to evaluate credibility of online information
2. Locate and use appropriate online/digital media to expand personal and group knowledge, solve problems, and engage with online communities
3. Choose effective technology for online/digital collaboration to create meaningful academic work
4. Employ effective means of digital communication in academic contexts
5. Apply online study techniques to learn from a variety of digital media
6. Identify and develop skills necessary for successful participation in online learning, including time management, communication, and information sharing strategies