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Northstar Digital Literacy

This LibGuide will provide you with information about Northstar Digital Literacy.

Assessments and Tutorials

When you log in to Northstar, you will see a webpage with a list of digital literacy topics. Selecting a topic on this page takes you to a practice assessment.

These practice assessments help you understand your level of mastery with different digital literacy skills.

The topics are grouped into three themes and include the following:

Essential Computer Skills

  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Internet Basics
  • Using Email
  • Windows
  • Mac OS

Essential Software Skills

  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Google Docs

Using Technology in Daily Life

  • Social Media
  • Information Literacy
  • Career Search Skills
  • Accessing Telehealth Appointments
  • Your Digital Footprint
  • Supporting K-12 Distance Learning

Note: not all digital literacy topics have tutorials yet. If you would like to learn and practice skills for a digital literacy topic that does not have a tutorial, talk to your instructor.

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