Use of Digital Tools - Intermediate Complexity

Le Programme F@D par la COFA a pour but d’offrir aux adultes francophones de l’Ontario la possibilité d’atteindre leurs objectifs de formation en suivant des cours en ligne gratuitement selon deux formats : en direct ou en apprentissage autonome.

Recognized Competency

The holder of this badge demonstrates the ability to independently use several common digital tools to perform simple tasks. They can use different functions of digital devices, organize information, access reliable sources, and adopt safe online practices. They also use tools incorporating artificial intelligence to support the completion of everyday tasks while exercising responsible judgment regarding their use.

Some Skills for Success from the Federal Government of Canada framework associated with this badge

• Collaboration

• Adaptability

• Creativity and Innovation

• Problem Solving

• Communication

Award Criteria

The badge is awarded when the learner meets the following criteria :

• Independently uses a small set of common digital tools to perform simple tasks, such as those presented in the “Examples of Evidence” section.

• Uses different functions of digital devices and adapts certain tools to their needs.

• Finds reliable information using digital tools.

• Adopts safe online practices, including protecting their accounts and personal information.

• Uses tools incorporating artificial intelligence to perform simple tasks.

• Uses artificial intelligence tools responsibly, safely, and in accordance with basic ethical principles.

Validation Evidence

The criteria can be validated through observations made during learning activities, simulations, or authentic tasks completed in person (workshop, classroom), online, through individualized support, or in any other relevant learning context.

Examples of Evidence

• Write a letter in Microsoft Word.

• Enter data in Microsoft Excel.

• Save or export a document in the appropriate format.

• Check and manage emails in Microsoft Outlook.

• Fill out a digital form.

• Browse the web and identify information from reliable sources.

• Prepare a presentation that includes text and images.

• Organize digital files or folders.

• Add websites to favorites.

• Use a tool that incorporates artificial intelligence (e.g., ChatGPT) to perform simple tasks.

• Use tools that incorporate artificial intelligence (e.g., assisted writing, proofreading, translation).

• Demonstrate responsible use of artificial intelligence by verifying generated information and following safety and ethical principles.

Validation of the Badge Award

The awarding of the badge is validated by the instructor responsible for the learner’s learning pathway.

Validation is based on the fulfillment of the award criteria defined by COFA and on the evidence gathered during the completed learning activities.

Relevance of the badge in Learning and Employment Contexts

Labour Market Expectations

This badge is aligned with current labour market expectations, where individuals are required to independently use several digital tools to communicate, produce documents, manage information, search for reliable resources, and efficiently complete common administrative tasks. It also recognizes the ability to responsibly use tools that incorporate artificial intelligence, which are becoming increasingly common in the workplace.

Reference Framework for Awarding the Badge

This badge is based on an internal reference framework that expands on Competency D – Use Digital Technology from Ontario’s Adult Literacy Curriculum Framework (OALCF). This internal framework was developed based on OALCF Competency D and incorporates elements from the Skills for Success framework and UNESCO’s AI Competency Framework for Students.

The badge award criteria and validation evidence are established based on the content of this internal reference framework.

[Consult the internal reference framework : https://www.coalition.ca/projets/projets-en-cours-badges-a/]