Digital Literacy

Leather Technology · Level 6  ·  7 Chapters

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Careers after Digital Literacy

Digital literacy is a foundational skill that opens doors to a wide range of career opportunities in Kenya’s growing digital economy. Whether you work in an office, a workshop, or run your own business, being confident with computers and digital tools is essential to thrive and compete.

  • In the jua kali sector, artisans and craftsmen use digital devices to design products, manage orders, and communicate with customers via social media and mobile apps.
  • County government offices and county works departments rely on digital literacy for data entry, record keeping, and communicating development projects to the public.
  • Large employers like KenGen and KTDA use specialized software for managing operations, reporting, and coordinating teams, where your skills in hardware and software use will be invaluable.
  • The matatu industry increasingly uses digital platforms for route management, fare collection, and driver communication, creating opportunities for tech-savvy individuals to improve efficiency.
  • In agribusiness, digital tools help farmers and agripreneurs track crops, manage finances, and access market information, boosting productivity and incomes.
  • The construction sector uses digital plans, project management software, and communication tools that require competent digital literacy for smooth operations.
  • The hospitality industry depends on digital booking systems, inventory management, and customer service platforms, where your skills can lead to employment or entrepreneurship.

Mastering digital literacy empowers you to work confidently in these sectors, increases your employability, and equips you to start and grow your own business. Embrace these skills today, and you’ll be ready to seize the many opportunities Kenya’s digital future holds!

Chapters

What Digital Literacy covers: 115 main topics in 7 chapters

1. Operate Computer Devices

  1. 1.1 Meaning and importance of digital literacy
  2. 1.2 Functions and Uses of Computers
  3. 1.3 Classification of computers
  4. 1.4 Components of a computer system
  5. 1.5 Computer Hardware
  6. 1.6 Classification of computer software
  7. 1.7 Operating system functions
  8. 1.8 Procedure for turning/off a computer
  9. 1.9 Mouse use techniques
  10. 1.10 Keyboard Parts and Use Techniques
  11. 1.11 Management using an operating system
  12. 1.12 Computer Internet Connection Options a. Mobile Networks/Data Plans b. Wireless Hotspots
  13. 1.13 Cabled (Ethernet/Fiber) Desktop Customization a. File and Files b. Dial-Up c. Satellite
  14. 1.14 Computer external devices management a. Device connections b. Device controls (volume controls and display properties)

2. Solve Tasks Using Office Suite

  1. 2.1 Meaning and Importance of Word using Office Processing suite
  2. 2.2 Examples of Word Processors
  3. 2.3 Working with word documents
  4. 2.4 Enhancing productivity
  5. 2.5 Typing Text
  6. 2.6 Document editing (copy, cut, paste
  7. 2.7 commands, spelling and Grammar check)
  8. 2.8 Document formatting
  9. 2.9 Graphical objects
  10. 2.10 Document Print setup
  11. 2.11 Word Document Printing
  12. 2.12 Meaning & Importance of electronic spreadsheets
  13. 2.13 Components of Spreadsheets
  14. 2.14 Application areas of spreadsheets
  15. 2.15 Using spreadsheet application
  16. 2.16 Cell Referencing
  17. 2.17 Data Manipulation
  18. 2.18 Electronic Presentations
  19. 2.19 Meaning and Importance of electronic presentations
  20. 2.20 Examples of Presentation Software
  21. 2.21 Using the electronic presentation application
  22. 2.22 Parts of the PowerPoint screen (slide navigation pane, slide pane, notes, the ribbon, quick access toolbar, and scroll bars)
  23. 2.23 Open and close presentations
  24. 2.24 Creating Slides (Insert new slides, duplicate, or reuse slides.)
  25. 2.25 Text Management (insert, delete, copy, cut and paste, drag and drop, format, and use spell check)
  26. 2.26 magnification/zoom tools
  27. 2.27 Apply or change a theme
  28. 2.28 Save a presentations a. Switch between open presentations
  29. 2.29 Developing a presentation
  30. 2.30 Text
  31. 2.31 Charts
  32. 2.32 Graphical objects
  33. 2.33 Prepare outputs
  34. 2.34 Print presentations (slides and handouts)

3. Manage Data and Information

  1. 3.1 Meaning of Data and information Information
  2. 3.2 Importance and Uses of data and information
  3. 3.3 Types of internet services
  4. 3.4 Web Services
  5. 3.5 Automatic Network Address Configuration
  6. 3.6 NewsGroup
  7. 3.7 Ecommerce
  8. 3.8 Types of Internet Access Applications
  9. 3.9 Web browsing concepts
  10. 3.10 Web browsing
  11. 3.11 Web based information
  12. 3.12 Downloads Management
  13. 3.13 Performing Digital Data Backup (Online and Offline)
  14. 3.14 Emerging issues in internet

4. Perform Online Communication and Collaborations

  1. 4.1 Netiquette principles
  2. 4.2 Communication concepts
  3. 4.3 Using email
  4. 4.4 Sending email
  5. 4.5 Receiving email
  6. 4.6 Tools and settings
  7. 4.7 Organizing email
  8. 4.8 Digital content copyright and licenses
  9. 4.9 Online collaboration tools
  10. 4.10 Preparation for online collaboration
  11. 4.11 Mobile collaboration

5. Apply Cybersecurity Skills

  1. 5.1 Data protection and privacy cybersecurity skills
  2. 5.2 Internet security threats
  3. 5.3 Malware attacks
  4. 5.4 Social engineering attacks
  5. 5.5 Distributed denial of service (DDoS)
  6. 5.6 Man-in-the-middle attack (MitM)
  7. 5.7 Password attacks
  8. 5.8 IoT Attacks
  9. 5.9 Phishing Attacks
  10. 5.10 Ransomware
  11. 5.11 Computer threats and crimes
  12. 5.12 Cybersecurity control measures
  13. 5.13 Physical Controls
  14. 5.14 Technical/Logical Controls (Passwords,PINs, Biometrics)
  15. 5.15 Operational Controls
  16. 5.16 Laws governing protection of ICT in Kenya
  17. 5.17 The Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act No. 5 of 2018
  18. 5.18 The Data Protection Act No. 24 Of 2019

6. Perform Online Jobs

  1. 6.1 Introduction to online working Jobs
  2. 6.2 Types of online Jobs
  3. 6.3 Online job platforms
  4. 6.4 Online account and profile management
  5. 6.5 Identifying online jobs/job bidding
  6. 6.6 Online digital identity
  7. 6.7 Executing online tasks
  8. 6.8 Management of online payment accounts

7. Apply job entry techniques

  1. 7.17 Apply job entry techniques
  2. 7.2 Types of job opportunities
  3. 7.3 Sources of job opportunities
  4. 7.4 Resume/ curriculum vitae
  5. 7.5 Job application letter
  6. 7.6 Academic credentials
  7. 7.7 Letters of commendations
  8. 7.8 Certification of participations
  9. 7.9 Awards and decorations Interview skills
  10. 7.10 Listening skills
  11. 7.11 Grooming
  12. 7.12 Language command
  13. 7.13 Articulation of issues
  14. 7.14 Body language
  15. 7.15 Time management
  16. 7.16 Honesty

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