IC3 Digital Literacy GS6
Level 2
Level 2 requires a working knowledge of each of the seven skill groups.
The exam: 45 to 50 questions in 50 minutes. 24 objectives, 79 skills.
A study guide for each of the 24 objectives (open any objective below), practice questions in the exam's item types, and a full mock in the exam's format.
The objective domains
Every objective and skill as Certiport publishes it.
1.Technology Basics
9 of 45 mock questions
1.1Customize digital environments
- 1.1.1Configure device settings to meet individual needs and preferences
- 1.1.2Configure browser settings to meet individual needs and preferences
1.2Use a personal digital calendar
- 1.2.1Create appointments or tasks on a personal digital calendar
- 1.2.2Share a personal digital calendar with others
- 1.2.3Display specific information on your personal calendar
1.3Define higher-level technology concepts
- 1.3.1Describe automation methods
- 1.3.2Describe cloud computing
- 1.3.3Describe and understand the use of autocorrect functions
- 1.3.4Describe and understand the use of autocomplete functions
1.4Identify and explain common hardware adjustments
- 1.4.1Identify and explain common sound setting adjustments
- 1.4.2Identify and explain monitor brightness and contrast controls
1.5Explain core printer concepts
- 1.5.1Distinguish between laser and inkjet printers
- 1.5.2Confirm a successful connection to a printer
- 1.5.3Select a default printer
1.6Identify digital devices and connections
- 1.6.1Define processing devices
- 1.6.2Distinguish between categories of data cables and connectors
2.Digital Citizenship
5 of 45 mock questions
2.1Create and manage multiple digital identities
- 2.1.1Differentiate between personal and professional digital identities
- 2.1.2Manage multiple site credentials
2.2Apply digital etiquette standards
- 2.2.1Implement situational digital etiquette standards
- 2.2.2Determine the appropriate time to send a communication
- 2.2.3Describe digital etiquette standards for content
- 2.2.4Display sensitivity to cultural diversity
2.3Seek opportunities to increase your digital competence
- 2.3.1Be aware of technological advancements
- 2.3.2Use help features and community resources
- 2.3.3Seek feedback that informs and improves your learning
3.Information Management
6 of 45 mock questions
3.1Determine digital information needs and requirements
- 3.1.1Understand key search terms
- 3.1.2Demonstrate how to filter search results
3.2Determine the veracity of an individual search result or digital artifact
- 3.2.1Assess the accuracy of a search result or digital artifact
- 3.2.2Assess the perspective of a search result or digital artifact
- 3.2.3Assess the bias of a search result or digital artifact
- 3.2.4Determine the credibility of a search result or digital artifact
- 3.2.5Assess the relevance of a search result or digital artifact
3.3Manage online data collection, storage, and retrieval
- 3.3.1Explain methods of collecting digital data and responses
- 3.3.2Explain and interact with central data storage systems
- 3.3.3Fill out online forms
4.Content Creation
10 of 45 mock questions
4.1Create and edit digital content
- 4.1.1Prepare structured documents
- 4.1.2Prepare presentations
- 4.1.3Prepare basic Workbooks
- 4.1.4Perform basic image editing
- 4.1.5Describe basic video-editing techniques
- 4.1.6Display proficient keyboarding skills
- 4.1.7Track changes in a document
- 4.1.8Use common shortcuts
4.2Manage digital information and files
- 4.2.1Organize, store, and retrieve data and content
- 4.2.2Explain benefits and methods of compressing files
- 4.2.3Explain and identify ownership of data in various storage locations
- 4.2.4Distinguish between read-only and read-write files
- 4.2.5Implement password protection
- 4.2.6Explain file versioning concepts
4.3Responsibly repurpose digital resources
- 4.3.1Understand the rights and obligations of using or sharing intellectual property
- 4.3.2Unify design elements by using design themes and artistic styles
4.4Publish or present content for a specific audience
- 4.4.1Determine how to customize information for a given audience
- 4.4.2Determine the file format that will work for a given user
5.Communication
5 of 45 mock questions
5.1Interact with others in a digital environment
- 5.1.1Choose appropriate communication platforms and tools
- 5.1.2Compose email messages
- 5.1.3Interact with members of a digital community
- 5.1.4Use online resources to determine availability of community services
5.2Understand Internet commerce basics
- 5.2.1Describe goods and services
- 5.2.2Explain how digital payments work
- 5.2.3Describe in-app purchases and their security concerns
- 5.2.4Identify examples of media streaming services
6.Collaboration
4 of 45 mock questions
6.1Use digital tools and technologies to collaborate on the creation of content
- 6.1.1List digital tools used for collaboration
- 6.1.2Explain the benefits of collaboration
- 6.1.3Compare and contrast synchronous editing and asynchronous editing
- 6.1.4Describe coauthoring techniques
- 6.1.5Explain methods used to review and provide feedback to peers
6.2Apply digital etiquette standards for collaborative processes
- 6.2.1Video conferences
- 6.2.2Webinars
7.Safety and Security
6 of 45 mock questions
7.1Avoid health risks and physical harm while using digital technologies
- 7.1.1Describe health risks of standard computing practices
- 7.1.2Describe risks of internet use
- 7.1.3Describe the purpose of universal hardware design
7.2Avoid mental health threats while using digital technologies
- 7.2.1Explain the concept of Catfishing
- 7.2.2Explain “FOMO” (fear of missing out)
- 7.2.3Explain the potential dangers and consequences of negative media posts
- 7.3.1Identify methods of protecting against untrusted portable media devices
- 7.3.2Define device encryption and identify encryption methods
- 7.3.3Explain when blocking camera access is appropriate and necessary
- 7.4.1Identify password protection file options
- 7.4.2Explain editing restrictions
Source: IC3 GS6 Level 2 Objective Domains, Certiport. Certiport publishes no domain weights; the mock counts above are ours, in proportion to each domain's objectives and skills.
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