Well, it is true that we all need to be aware of the Digital and Technology evolution as it has a tremendous impact on our lives, making some jobs less relevant on one end but also opening opportunities on the other one. It is also changing the way we work, interact and collaborate.
During the COvID-19 pandemic, students had to continue to follow their studies online for example? Does that mean they are Digital Specialists?
Digital Dexterity & Digital Literacy are sometimes used one for the other and they are more or less the capability to use and understand how we could use Digital tools and Processes to operate.
For instance, "digital literacy" emphasizes the cognitive abilities used to understand and interpret digital technologies, while "digital dexterity" suggests a more physical engagement with digital tools and how they are embedded into our working lives. Elizabeth Marsh
It is undeniably an essential skill these days, being part of the Core Critical Skills defined by the Singaporean Government for example, under the Digital “fluency” (exactly as mastering a language to stay relevant, progress and interact with others).
Many companies and governments are now trying to equip their workforce with these basic Digital skills, as it will be necessary for the vast majority of the jobs.
How to Build Digital Dexterity Into Your Workforce
Are you a Digital Specialist when you are Digital Literate?
Are you a novel writer when you know how to read? No, you understand how to use a book, newspaper or any other medium to get the information you want.
<aside> 💡 Similarly, Digital Dexterity, Literacy or Fluency is not a specific job,
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it is a transversal skill to stay relevant and access jobs that are transforming themselves using more and more Digital Solutions (Accountant, Human Resource Manager, Assistant, etc.). You know how to collaborate and communicate and sometimes manipulate a bit more advanced tools like spreadsheets, presentation tools, surveys, and more.
Digital Literacy is then very important for employees, freelancers, but also entrepreneurs to develop their activities and grow.