Digital Inclusion Techniques

Ref. TINCDIG

Promoting digital inclusion opens doors to opportunities, autonomy and full participation in today’s and tomorrow’s digital society. Come and learn how with us!

Duration: 6 hours
Effort: 6 hours
Pace: Self paced
Languages: English and portuguese
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What you will learn

Know the definitions of digital inclusion and universal design.
Identify at least two advantages for companies of integrating accessibility practices.
Recognise at least one milestone in the evolution of the internet and digital inclusion.
Identify at least three objectives of national or European programmes for developing technological skills.
Identify at least two barriers to the use of digital services.
Understand the impact of social intervention projects focused on digital inclusion.
Identify at least two technologies or good practices that make a website or application more accessible.
Identify at least two good practices for more inclusive education.
Explore future technological trends associated with digital inclusion.
Learn about real cases of digital innovation that integrate inclusive features and accessible design.

Description

This course offers a comprehensive overview of digital inclusion techniques, covering the foundations, tools and technologies, implementation strategies, as well as the key challenges and solutions. Participants will learn about the importance of digital inclusion, explore accessibility technologies and practices, and develop strategies to promote inclusion in their communities. Through interactive activities and real-life examples, the course prepares participants to understand the challenges of digital inclusion and recognise effective solutions.

Assessment and certification

At the end of each module, in order to assess your progress, you will take a test with a mandatory knowledge check, which will account for 50% of the final grade.

At the end of the course, you will take a Final Assessment Test, which will account for 50% of the final grade.

Course plan

Part I - Foundations of Digital Inclusion
Module 1 – Introduction to Digital Inclusion
Module 2 - Overview of Digital Exclusion
Module 3 - Public Policies and Inclusion Initiatives

Part II - Assistive Tools and Technologies
Module 4 - Digital Accessibility
Module 5 - Inclusive Educational Platforms and Resources

Part III – Implementation Strategies
Module 6 - Planning Digital Inclusion Projects
Module 7 - Digital Inclusion in the Business Sector and Product Development
Module 8 - Partnerships and Project Sustainability

Part IV - Challenges and Opportunities
Module 9 - Barriers to Digital Inclusion
Module 10 - Social and Technological Innovation

License

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