Share Paper: Digital Visual Literacy: Vital IT Skills for the Education Workforce

  1. Janet Brooks, Glendale Community College, United States
  2. John Gibson, Glendale Community College, United States
  3. Oris Friesen, Mesa Community College, United States
  4. Florence Martin, University of North Carolina - Wilmington, United States
Wednesday, March 5 9:45 AM-10:45 AM Royale 1

Abstract: Digital Visual Literacy (DVL) is a set of fundamental interdisciplinary skills that enable both teachers and students to function in an increasingly digital and visual workplace. Twelve instructional modules with supporting materials were developed and tested during this National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education grant. The skills primarily focus on the ability to critically analyze digital visual materials, create effective visual communications, and make judgments and decisions using visual representations of thoughts and ideas. Participants will learn more about this exciting new literacy, the completed and freely available materials, and recent feedback from instructors integrating this instruction into different courses. ...