Identifying digital competence gaps

The badge holder has demonstrated dedication and competence in the competency of problem-solving: Recognizing gaps in digital competence to master it. With pride, he or she can demonstrate the following results and skills:
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Understanding where their own digital competence needs improvement or updating. Supporting others in the development of their digital competence. Seeking opportunities for self-development and staying informed about digital developments.
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Independently, based on their own needs and in solving clearly defined and non-routine problems, they can: 
discuss where their digital competence needs improvement or updating; 
indicate how they can support others in the development of their digital competence; 
identify where they can find opportunities for self-development and how to stay informed about digital developments.
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These achievements have been recognized and rewarded in consultation with the badge holder by the coach and supervisor who issued the badge as a sign of the badge holder's achievements. Whether you, as the reader of this badge, are an employer looking for someone with digital skills, or someone who wants to demonstrate and strengthen their skills, this badge is a clear sign of digital knowledge and skills.

Tasks

Task no.1

Issued by organiser or scanning QR code

Create a plan with your coach on which tasks you will perform to master the following skills:
discussing how to improve or update your digital competence, 
indicating how to support others in developing their digital competence, i
dentifying where to find opportunities for self-development and how to stay up-to-date with digital developments.
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Examples for developing these skills:
Working independently on solving problems is an important skill, especially in the digital world. To develop this skill, it is important to know where you stand in terms of digital competencies and how you can improve them. Here is an example of how to practice this skill:
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Step 1: Identify your current digital competencies
To know where you stand in terms of digital competencies, it is important to identify your current skills. What are you good at and what can you still improve? For example, make a list of the digital tools and technologies you are familiar with and determine your level of skill. This can help determine which areas you need to improve.
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Step 2: Look for opportunities for self-development
There are many ways to improve your digital competencies and develop yourself. For example, you can take online training courses, attend workshops or collaborate with others to learn new skills. Try to determine which options best suit your needs and make a plan to improve your digital competencies.
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Step 3: Support others in developing their digital competencies
As you develop your digital competencies, you can also help others improve their skills. For example, by sharing your knowledge with colleagues, friends or family. You can also participate in online discussions or forums to help others solve digital problems.
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Step 4: Stay up-to-date with digital developments
In the digital world, developments and trends change quickly. To keep up, it is important to stay up-to-date with new developments. This can be done by following newsletters, reading relevant blogs, or participating in online discussions. This way, you can stay up-to-date and gain new knowledge and insights that can help you solve digital problems.
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But it doesn't stop there - increase the value of your badge by adding your learning process and achievements to your badge. This enables potential employers to gain a better understanding of your digital skills.

Activity

Solving problems

Organiser

Skills-Connect

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