Thursday, June 18, 2026

Incorporating Digital Literacy in an Adult Citizenship Curriculum


Incorporating Digital Literacy in an Adult Citizenship Curriculum google slides | pdf
CASAS Summer Institute 2026
Jennifer Gagliardi JGagliardi@scoe.net

This presentation from the 2026 CASAS National Summer Institute addresses the critical need for digital literacy in adult citizenship curricula. Key highlights include:
  • Objectives: Encouraging providers to set three digital literacy goals, such as navigating USCIS websites and managing secure email with two-factor authentication.
  • Instructional Strategies: Leveraging communication platforms like WhatsApp for oral practice and utilizing AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) to simulate citizenship interviews or create study aids.
  • Data Resources: Using regional data from the California Immigrant Data Portal and USC Dornsife to understand learner demographics and literacy levels.

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