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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. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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

  1. 2.1Create and manage multiple digital identities

    • 2.1.1Differentiate between personal and professional digital identities
    • 2.1.2Manage multiple site credentials
  2. 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
  3. 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

  1. 3.1Determine digital information needs and requirements

    • 3.1.1Understand key search terms
    • 3.1.2Demonstrate how to filter search results
  2. 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. 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

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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. 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

  1. 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
  2. 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

  1. 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
  2. 6.2Apply digital etiquette standards for collaborative processes

    • 6.2.1Video conferences
    • 6.2.2Webinars

7.Safety and Security

6 of 45 mock questions

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 7.3Understand device security

    • 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
  4. 7.4Understand file security

    • 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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