What is digital competence? How can we implement it in context of Bangladesh?

What is Digital competence?

Digital competence is a wider concept of ICT competence. It consists of not only the basic ICT skills but also understanding and knowledge of how to use digital device and applications in a particular context. Digital competence involves the confident and critical use of electronic media for work, leisure and communication. These competencies are related to logical and critical thinking, high-level information management skills, and well-developed communication skills. It refers to the use of computers to retrieve, assess, store, produce, present and exchange information, and to communicate and participate in collaborative virtual networks. It requires a critical and reflective attitude towards the information available and responsible use of the interactive media. Digital competence also refers to the ability to efficiently and critically use information technology for employment, learning, self-development and participation in society.

As Bangladesh is developing rapidly in ICT sector, many of the analog systems are now being replaced by digital tools. Language learning becomes more enjoyable if it is taught with modern technologies including audio-visual tools.ICT helps to make it so. And to roam around and to learn from the digital media we must be aware of the Digital competence. By introducing ICT or digital media in learning from the tertiary level might be a good start of implementation of digital competence in Bangladesh.