Ireland · NCCA Curriculum Specifications
2nd Year Digital Media Literacy.
This Junior Cycle short course in Digital Media Literacy empowers Year 2 students to safely, ethically, and effectively navigate the digital world. It encourages active participation in digital spaces while developing critical thinking skills to evaluate online information and media.
01My Digital World
Students explore their digital footprint, online rights, and the impact of digital media on their daily lives and wellbeing.
Students investigate how their online activities create a permanent digital footprint and shape their online identity.
An exploration of digital citizenship, focusing on the rights of internet users and the responsibilities that come with them.
Students analyze their own screen time habits and discuss strategies for maintaining a healthy balance between online and offline life.
02Following My Interests Online
Students learn how to use digital tools to pursue their hobbies, collaborate with others, and respect intellectual property.
Students develop skills to effectively search for, organize, and curate digital content related to their personal interests.
An examination of how online communities function and how to collaborate safely and positively with others on the internet.
Students explore the concepts of intellectual property, copyright, and fair use when interacting with digital media.
03Checking the Facts
Students develop critical thinking skills to evaluate the reliability, bias, and accuracy of online information and news.
Students learn to distinguish between credible news sources and misinformation, disinformation, or fake news.
A deep dive into analyzing websites and media for bias, checking author credibility, and cross-referencing facts.
Students investigate how search engines and social media algorithms create filter bubbles and echo chambers.
04Publishing Myself
Students apply their digital skills to create, edit, and publish their own digital media content responsibly.
Students learn the stages of planning, drafting, and creating digital media, such as a blog post, podcast, or video.
An introduction to basic editing techniques for digital media, focusing on improving quality and clarity before publication.
Students explore the ethical and safety considerations of publishing content online, including privacy settings and audience impact.