Basic Digital Security Skills

Cross-cutting
Digital Skills

Digital Skills

Duration

40 hours

PRESENTATION

Thanks to this Course on Basic Digital Security Skills You will learn about the safety measures, taking into account the reliability y privacy in the digital environment, thereby protecting digital devices and content. Upon completion, students will have gained sufficient knowledge about the types of risks in digital environments, protective measures, and privacy protection. Thanks to this course, you will be able to expand your knowledge and improve your skills—not only for your personal growth, but also so you can apply them in your chosen field of work. New ways to explore and interact within the world of digital security.

Objectives

  • Implement strategies for the protection devices, privacy and basic health in our community in a responsible manner.

  • Understand the risks associated with the use of technological devices and thus address them safety.

  • Identify the data that is provided when using the various digital technologies.

  • Understanding the risks associated with devices for health, environment y well-being staff.

Syllabus

TEACHING UNIT 1. BASIC PROTECTION OF DIGITAL SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND CONTENT 1. DESCRIPTION OF THE MAIN RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF TECHNOLOGICAL DEVICES 1.1 Theft and Loss of Devices and Data 1.2 Identity Theft 1.3 Malware 1.4 Scams and fraud 2. IMPLEMENTATION OF BASIC PROTECTION AND SECURITY MEASURES 2.1 Communication security 2.2 Use of internet connection networks: Wi-Fi, public networks 2.3 Digital Devices: Passwords and Screen Lock 2.4 Unintentional Downloads or Exposure to Malicious Software 3. IMPLEMENTING SECURITY MEASURES FOR DIGITAL CONTENT 3.1 Backups 3.2 Operating System Updates 3.3 Software and/or Application Updates 3.4 Scheduling Regular Backups 4. NAVIGATING THE VIRTUAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE TRAINING PROGRAM TAKES PLACE 4.1 Logging in and out 4.2 Using communication channels: forum, chat, and messaging 4.3 Accessing the program’s learning content 4.4 Submitting practical assignments and completing quizzes TEACHING UNIT 2. INTRODUCTION TO PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY 1. IDENTIFYING THE DATA PROVIDED IN ONLINE SERVICES 1.1 Terms of use and data policies 1.2 Cookies 1.3 Reasons for accepting or rejecting the terms 1.4 Deception and scams 2. Identification and Description of Personal Data Protection Levels 2.1 Types of Personal Data and Classification 2.2 Data Processing: Purposes, Retention Period, etc. 2.3 Access, Modification, and Deletion of Data 2.4 Data Protection Regulations 2.5 Processing of Data Belonging to Minors and Vulnerable Groups 3. APPLICATION OF PRIVACY OPTIONS 3.1 Privacy Settings 3.2 Public profile data 3.3 Permissions for accessing and viewing personal data 4. Securely conducting basic electronic transactions 4.1 Security measures before the transaction 4.2 Detecting simple cases of identity theft in electronic messages 4.3 Terms of Use and Scope of Personal Data to Be Entered LEARNING UNIT 3. BASIC PROTECTION OF HEALTH, WELL-BEING, AND THE ENVIRONMENT 1. Distinguishing Between Postures When Using Digital Devices 1.1 Proper Postures 1.2 Incorrect Postures 1.3 Ergonomic Measures When Using Digital Devices 2. RECOGNIZING HEALTH RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF DIGITAL DEVICES 2.1 Digital Detox 2.2 Addictive Behaviors 2.3 Misuse / Abuse 3. IDENTIFYING THE MAIN HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH DIGITAL CONTENT 3.1 Cyberbullying 3.2 Sexting / Grooming 3.3 Digital Gender-Based Violence 3.4 Measures to Prevent the Spread 4. IMPLEMENTATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION MEASURES 4.1 Electronic Waste 4.2 Reuse and Recycling of Devices 4.3 Efficient Consumption 4.4 Energy Conservation 4.5 Sustainable Consumption of Digital Devices TEACHING UNIT 4. DIGITAL IDENTITY, PROFILES, AND DIGITAL CIVIC ENGAGEMENT 1. BUILDING A DIGITAL IDENTITY 1.1 Definition and Characteristics of Digital Identity 1.2 Digital Reputation 1.3 Creating Profiles 1.4 Ways to Develop a Digital Identity 1.5 Risks and Benefits Associated with Digital Identity 2. APPLYING CIVIC BEHAVIOR IN THE DIGITAL ENVIRONMENT 2.1 Rules of Conduct: Netiquette 2.3 Intellectual Property Rights and User Licenses 2.4 Personal Privacy 2.5 Rights to Freedom of Information and Expression in Digital Environments 2.6 Charter of Digital Rights and Responsibilities. Regional Specifications 2.7 Identifying Problematic Profiles and Misleading News
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