Essential Digital Skills
Internet Matters is a UK-based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping parents and carers keep children safe online. Launched in 2014 by major internet service providers, it provides a wealth of free resources, expert advice, and guidance to help families navigate the digital world. Their mission is to empower families with the knowledge and tools needed to support their children’s online safety and well-being. They offer resources on a wide range of topics, including cyberbullying, social media, online gaming, and parental controls, with advice tailored to different age groups.
Learn My Way is a free online learning platform created by the Good Things Foundation, a UK charity dedicated to tackling digital exclusion. It offers a wide range of free, bite-sized courses designed to help people with no or low digital skills gain confidence and learn how to use the internet and digital technology. The courses cover essential topics like using a computer, staying safe online, online banking, and searching for jobs. The platform is used by thousands of community organizations across the UK to help individuals improve their digital literacy and access online services.
