Using the Digital Essentials modules
The Digital Essentials modules can be used by students to build digital skills that contribute to their Graduate Attributes. The modules can also be embedded or linked in courses to be used at the point of need.
1. Build graduate attributes
University of Queensland graduates are expected to develop Graduate Attributes. UQ graduates should be Accomplished scholars, Courageous thinkers, Connected citizens, Culturally capable, Influential communicators and Respectful leaders. Read more in the UQ Graduate Statement and Graduate Attributes Policy.
Select modules from the tables below to match the Graduate Attributes or skills you want to develop.
UQ systems
The Use UQ systems module is to help you become familiar with the systems you will need to use at UQ. It covers how to solve common IT issues and has tips on printing, booking rooms, ePortfolios, using Learn.UQ, mySI-net, TurnItIn and email. It has not been assigned any Graduate Attributes but will help prepare you to complete your courses.
Assignment essentials
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| Find and use media | Find images, audio and video, comply with copyright and Creative Commons licences. | Yes | Yes | |||
| Information essentials | Finding quality information, evaluating online information, identifying fake news. | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
| Types of assignments | Information on written, video, audio, presentations, posters, 3D models and coding assignments. | Yes | Yes | |||
| Write, cite and submit | Covers plagiarism, referencing and referencing styles, EndNote software and assignment submission requirements. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Digital creation
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| Accessibility | Understanding the importance of accessibility online and creating accessible content. | Yes | Yes | |||
| Choose the right tool | Find UQ, open source and freeware tools for data analysis, images, video, sound, infographics, 3D modelling, coding, study and writing and referencing. | Yes | Yes | |||
| Intellectual Property | Understanding Intellectual Property, your rights and obligations and how to protect your IP. | Yes |
Digital security and safety
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| Digital security | Cyber security threats and scams, protecting your privacy online and proper account and password management. | Yes | ||||
| Internet essentials | Internet infrastructure, web browsers, domain names and managing your use of digital technology. | Yes | ||||
| Social media | Your digital footprint, using social media effectively, content creation, personal branding, professional use and use at university and cyberbullying | Yes |
Professional identity and skills
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| Communicate and collaborate | Effective online collaboration, email and discussion forum etiquette, group work tools and dealing with conflict. | Yes | Yes | |||
| eProfessionalism | Online professional identity, digital citizenship, ethics, confidentiality and the use of images. | Yes |
Work with information
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| Artificial Intelligence | Types of AI, implications for society, using AI in your studies and how UQ is involved. | Yes | Yes | |||
| Work with data and files | Basic introduction to data sources, metadata, data analysis, presenting data, data storage, file naming, and backing up your work. | Yes | ||||
| Document your research data | Conduct transparent and reproducible quantitative research for your project. | Yes |
Email the Digital Learning team via dxdc@library.uq.edu.au for help embedding or linking to the modules in your courses.