Northstar Digital Literacy
Learn it. Know it. Show It.
Northstar Digital Literacy is an assessment and learning tool designed to assess the skills needed to perform tasks on computers and online. Self-guided modules assess the ability of individuals to perform tasks based on these skills. Included are basic computer literacy standards and modules in three main areas: Essential Computer Skills, Essential Software Skills, and Using Technology to Accomplish Tasks.
Get Started
- Register for an account on Northstar to save your progress & assessments
- Visit www.digitalliteracyassessment.org from anywhere and login to take assessments and build your skills
- Practice & perfect your skills. Direct links to the ASSESSMENTS
Assessments
Practice your skills through the modules & once ready take an assessment to determine your mastery of the skills. Once completed, Northstar shows digital core competencies that you have passed & those that you need practice on. Results can be printed to showcase scores & competencies.
If you wish to obtain a Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment (NDLA) Certification you will need to have a proctored exam. Proctored exams will only be conducted via Zoom at this time. Please fill out this interest form to schedule an Online Proctored Certification Exam: Schedule Your Online Exam
Available Lessons:
Essential computer skills
- Basic Computer Skills
- Internet Basics
- Using Email
- Windows
- Mac OS (assessment available, lessons coming soon)
Essential software skills
Using technology in daily life
- Social Media
- Information Literacy (assessment available, lessons coming soon)
- Career Search Skills
- Your Digital Footprint (assessment available, lessons coming soon)
- K-12 Distance Learning (assessment available, lessons coming soon)
- Telehealth (assessment available, lessons coming soon)
