Zapz Academy • Skill Path
Digital Skills Path
The Digital Skills Path helps learners build confidence with technology — from basic device skills to typing, online safety, digital creativity, and early AI literacy. This path prepares students for a world where digital tools support learning, communication, and real‑world success.
What This Path Focuses On
Device Skills • Typing • Online Safety • Digital Creativity • Research Skills • Early AI Literacy
Digital Skill Levels in This Path
Early Tech Skills
Basic device use, tapping, clicking, dragging, and simple navigation.
Growing Digital Skills
Typing, file basics, safe searching, and using learning apps.
Digital Creators
Presentations, digital art, simple coding, and multimedia projects.
Tech‑Ready Teens
Research skills, digital communication, AI basics, and real‑world tech readiness.
What Your Learner Will Master
Device Skills
- Using tablets, laptops, and touchscreens
- Opening apps and navigating menus
- Basic troubleshooting
Typing & Keyboard Skills
- Home row typing
- Speed & accuracy practice
- Using shortcuts & formatting tools
Online Safety & Awareness
- Safe searching
- Recognizing unsafe content
- Protecting personal information
Digital Creativity
- Creating slides & presentations
- Digital art & design basics
- Simple coding & logic
Research & Information Skills
- Finding reliable sources
- Evaluating information
- Organizing digital notes
Early AI Literacy
- Understanding what AI is
- Using AI tools responsibly
- Recognizing AI in daily life
How This Path Works
The Digital Skills Path adapts to each learner’s age and comfort level. Whether your child is learning to tap and click or preparing for advanced digital tasks, this path uses hands‑on practice, visual supports, and real‑world examples to build confidence and capability.
- Short, practical lessons that build real skills
- Clear examples and step‑by‑step guidance
- Flexible activities for home, school, or hospital settings
- Built‑in review to strengthen long‑term understanding
What You’ll Need
- Tablet, laptop, or desktop computer
- Keyboard (built‑in or external)
- Internet connection (optional for offline lessons)
- Optional: headphones, mouse, stylus
Support for Parents & Caregivers
This path includes guidance to help you support digital learning safely and confidently — even if technology feels overwhelming. The goal is to build healthy, responsible, and empowered digital habits.
- How to set safe digital boundaries
- How to guide online research
- How to encourage creativity with tech
- How to talk about AI in simple terms