Advancing Digital Literacy and Racial Equity: Navigating the Intersection of Race and Technology

📚Racial literacy is the ability to critically examine the impacts of race on institutions and societies.

💻Digital literacy includes using, evaluating, creating, and disseminating information through various media platforms.

🌍Digital spaces provide opportunities for racial biases and stereotypes to manifest and impact our interactions.

🧭Racial and digital literacy skills help us navigate the complexities of race and technology in the 21st century.

🌟Developing racial literacy skills involves examining our own biases and engaging in critical conversations about race.

What is racial literacy?

—Racial literacy is the ability to critically examine and understand the impacts of race on institutions and societies, and to engage in conversations about race in an informed and productive manner.

Why is digital literacy important?

—Digital literacy is important because it enables individuals to effectively use, evaluate, create, and disseminate information through various digital platforms. It helps us navigate the complexities of the digital world and make informed decisions.

How do racial and digital literacy intersect?

—Racial and digital literacy intersect as we engage with digital platforms and institutions. Understanding how race impacts our interactions in digital spaces is crucial for addressing biases and promoting equitable practices.

How can I develop racial literacy skills?

—Developing racial literacy skills involves self-reflection, learning about the historical and societal impacts of race, engaging in critical conversations, and challenging racist ideologies and practices.

What are the benefits of racial and digital literacy?

—Racial and digital literacy skills empower individuals to navigate the complexities of race and technology, challenge racism, promote equity, and foster inclusive and respectful digital communities.

00:00Welcome to the session on advancing digital literacy and racial equity.

09:10Racial literacy is the ability to critically examine the impacts of race on institutions and societies.

18:40Digital literacy includes using, evaluating, creating, and disseminating information through various media platforms.

30:25Digital spaces provide opportunities for racial biases and stereotypes to manifest and impact our interactions.

41:50Racial and digital literacy skills help us navigate the complexities of race and technology in the 21st century.

57:15Developing racial literacy skills involves examining our own biases and engaging in critical conversations about race.