Communication
Exchanging information with others on digital platforms using various strategies to collaborate, share, and communicate.
Guiding Questions
- Do I understand the needs of my target audience?
- Am I able to adapt my message and communication strategy appropriately for my audience and context?
- Can I use a variety of digital technologies (devices and platforms) to interact and share information with others?
- Can I share digital content across multiple devices, restricting access as appropriate?
Effective digital communication requires having awareness of the breadth of available tools, along with understanding of appropriate use and application within different contexts. Digital communication occurs via email, messaging, and social media tools, as well as workplace collaboration and project management tools that include built-in communication features.
| Tool Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Collaborative Whiteboards | Miro, Mural, Figjam, Padlet, Lucidspark |
| Group Discussion Boards | Moodle, Google Classroom, Google Groups, Canvas, Slack, Schoology, Microsoft Teams |
| Messaging | WhatsApp, Remind, TalkingPoints, iMessage, Messenger |
| Polling / Survey | Google Forms, Microsoft Forms, Mentimeter, Poll Everywhere |
| Social Media | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, TikTok, LinkedIn |
| Storage / Sharing | Google Drive, One Drive, Dropbox |
| Team Collaboration / Messaging | Sharepoint, Slack, Asana, Microsoft Teams, Trello |
| Video Meeting | Zoom, Google Meet, Teams, Webex, GoToMeeting, FaceTime, Skype |