Checklist: Capstone - Creating Your Digital Literacy Action Plan
Integrating Digital Literacy Skills
Review key concepts from all eight previous lessons
Identify connections between different digital literacy skills
Recognize how skills complement and reinforce each other
Consider how multiple skills apply to real-world scenarios
Reflect on how your understanding has evolved throughout the course
Self-Assessment
Rate your current level in each digital literacy skill area (1-5 scale)
Identify your top 2-3 strongest digital literacy areas
Determine your top 2-3 areas for improvement
Note patterns or connections across different skill areas
Reflect honestly on your current digital literacy without judgment
Setting Digital Literacy Goals
Create 3-5 specific digital literacy goals based on your assessment
Ensure goals are specific rather than vague intentions
Include measurable criteria to track progress
Confirm goals are realistic and achievable
Align goals with your personal needs and priorities
Set clear timeframes for completing each goal
Identifying Key Actions
Break down each goal into specific required actions
Include quick wins you can implement immediately
Plan habit-building practices for regular skill development
Identify learning opportunities to deepen your knowledge
Consider system changes to your digital environment
Create accountability measures to track progress
Anticipating Challenges
Identify potential obstacles to implementing your plan
Develop specific strategies to overcome each challenge
Consider time constraints and how to address them
Plan for potential resistance from others
Prepare for technical difficulties you might encounter
Create contingency plans for common obstacles
Creating an Implementation Timeline
Schedule 2-3 immediate changes for the first week
Plan regular practice of key skills for the first month
Set dates for completing initial audits or assessments
Schedule a three-month progress evaluation
Plan a six-month comprehensive reassessment
Create calendar reminders for key implementation dates
Establishing Support Systems
Select tracking methods for monitoring progress
Identify specific learning resources for continued education
Find or create a support network with similar goals
Schedule regular reviews to assess and adjust your plan
Define celebration milestones to acknowledge progress
Set up reminders for continuous learning activities
Planning for Continuous Growth
Identify sources to stay informed about digital developments
Schedule regular digital literacy check-ins
Plan how youâll document your experiences and learnings
Consider how youâll share your knowledge with others
Prepare to adapt your plan as technologies evolve
Commit to ongoing curiosity about digital literacy