Zapz Academy • Student Resources
Digital Skills
Technology is part of everyday life — and learning how to use it safely and confidently is a superpower. These skills will help you in school, at home, and in the future.
What You’ll Learn
Basic tech skills • Online safety • Typing • Research skills • Digital organization • Smart habits
Basic Tech Skills
These are the essential skills every student should know. They make schoolwork easier and help you feel confident using technology.
- How to use a keyboard and mouse
- How to open, save, and organize files
- How to use search tools and browsers
- How to join online classes or meetings
Typing Skills
Typing helps you finish schoolwork faster and communicate clearly. You don’t need to be perfect — just practice a little each day.
- Keep your fingers on the home row (A S D F / J K L 😉
- Look at the screen, not the keyboard
- Start slow — accuracy matters more than speed
- Practice for 5–10 minutes at a time
Online Safety
Staying safe online is one of the most important digital skills. These tips help protect your privacy and keep you safe.
- Never share personal information with strangers
- Use strong passwords and keep them private
- Don’t click links from people you don’t know
- Tell an adult if something online makes you uncomfortable
Research Skills
Knowing how to find good information online helps you with homework, projects, and learning new things.
- Use trusted websites for school research
- Check more than one source
- Look for the author or organization behind the information
- Take notes in your own words
Digital Organization
Keeping your digital life organized helps you find things quickly and stay on top of your work.
- Create folders for each subject
- Rename files so you know what they are
- Delete things you don’t need anymore
- Back up important files
Smart Digital Habits
These habits help you stay healthy, balanced, and in control of your digital life.
- Take breaks from screens every 20–30 minutes
- Keep your device charged and clean
- Use apps and websites that help you learn
- Balance screen time with offline activities