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How to use spreadsheet applications est. 90min 💡 After this training: The learner knows how to choose and use spreadsheet applications. The learner is able to make spreadsheets and use calculation formulas in calculating data. 👀 How to coordinate this training: 1. Demonstrate and explain Watch the video, or you can demonstrate the spreadsheet applications of your choice using the list of features, which help you plan how to explain them step-by-step. 2. Discussion questions and check everyone's answers together. Discuss the following topics together: Have you used a spreadsheet application before? What have you used it for? For what purpose can it be used? 3. Exercise Check the instructions below, or here is a short explanation. 1) Select one (1) spreadsheet application and open a new document. 2) Create a spreadsheet in accordance with the model and instructions. 3) Save the spreadsheet document on your device or cloud service. 4. Additional exercise Use a cloud service like Google Drive or OneDrive, create a folder, and move the document to it. Share the document with the trainer. Watch the video on how to use Google Drive or Beginner's Guide to OneDrive for Windows demonstrate it on your computer. Materials needed: Computer 💻 Mobile phone 📲 Account for a spreadsheet application ✨ Digital skills training about using spreadsheet applications Microsoft Excel Video language 🇬🇧 Materials in Finnish 🇫🇮 Video 🇫🇮 Excelin perusteet (Osuvat taidot) Plain language material 🇫🇮 Excel-harjoitus O365 (SelkoDigi) Google Sheets Video language 🇬🇧 Plain language material 🇫🇮 Tervetuloa digitaloon! (KVS Foundation) Basic Excel Vocabulary 📑 Term Simple Explanation Spreadsheet A file made up of rows and columns used to organize and analyze data. Workbook The entire Excel file that can contain one or more spreadsheets (worksheets). Worksheet A single page or tab within a workbook. Cell A single box where a row and column meet; where data is entered. Row A horizontal line of cells, numbered on the left side (e.g., Row 1, Row 2). Column A vertical line of cells, labeled with letters at the top (e.g., Column A, B, C). Cell Reference The name of a cell based on its column and row (e.g., A1 = column A and row 1). Range A group of selected cells (e.g., A1:A5 = cells from A1 to A5). Formula A calculation written in a cell, starting with = (e.g., =SUM(A1:A5)). Function A built-in command in Excel to do specific tasks (e.g., SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT). Vocabulary-related materials in Finnish Excel Vocabulary WordWall Game 🇫🇮 Excel - Yhdistä sanat - Tehtävä (Selko Digi) Excel Vocabulary list 🇫🇮 Excel-Suomi-Englanti -sanakirja (FutuEdu) List of features for demonstrations 📄 Basic Spreadsheet Management New spreadsheet Demonstrate how to create a new spreadsheet from the main dashboard or File menu. Save & Save As Show the difference between “Save” and “Save As” and when to use each one. Open existing spreadsheet Walk through accessing and opening a saved spreadsheet. Basic Cell Input Typing and editing in cells Show how to click a cell, enter data, and press Enter or Tab to move. Deleting content from a cell Demonstrate using Backspace/Delete to remove data. Undo/Redo changes Use the Undo and Redo buttons in the toolbar to fix mistakes. Core Formatting Tools Change text size and font Highlight a cell or range, then modify font and size from the toolbar. Apply bold, italics, underline Show how to use formatting icons for emphasis. Cell alignment (left, center, right) Demonstrate aligning text using alignment tools. Organizing Your Sheet Using simple formulas (SUM, AVERAGE) Show how to type basic formulas like =SUM(A1:A5). Sorting and filtering data Demonstrate how to sort columns alphabetically/numerically and apply filters. Creating basic tables or borders Use borders or table formats to make data more readable. Naming and Saving Files Renaming spreadsheet clearly Walk through how to rename the spreadsheet for easy identification. Saving progress often Emphasize saving frequently while working (or auto-save feature if available). Closing the spreadsheet properly Show how to safely close the file and exit the application. Instructions for the exercise Choose a spreadsheet application and open a new worksheet. Type texts and numbers to the worksheet according to the model above. Boldface texts according to the model. To the total row add borders according to the model. To the E-column calculate the total for each badge. Use formulas. To the row 9 calculate the total for january, february, march and total columns. Use formulas. Boldface numbers in both the Total row and the Total column. Save the spreadsheet to your own device or on a cloud service. Return your spreadsheet according to badge application´s instructions either as a file or as a link. Task description for using and managing spreadsheet applications (TIEKE) Open Badge: Using and managing application Discover how to use this training material together with other themes to help learners earn the Open Badge. Badges allow learners to demonstrate the skills they have gained and showcase their achievements. Learn more by clicking the button below. Read more about the Open Badge 👋🏽 Join the Community Ideas on how to create better training? Would you like to share how your training went? Join our community of digital skills trainers from the button below. Join discussions

Two-factor and Multi-factor authentication est. 30 mins Two-factor and Multi-factor authentication est. 30 mins 💡 After this training: The learner knows how to protect the account they use with a strong password and two-factor authentication. 👀 How to coordinate this training: 1. Watch the video or demonstrate logging into an account with 2FA 2. Discussion as a whole group or in a small group Do you know what 2FA (two-factor authentication) and MFA (multi-factor authentication) mean? Do you use 2FA or MFA to protect your accounts (like email, banking, or social media)? Why should we use 2FA or MFA when logging in? Additional task Decide on one service to check for how to set up a 2FA or MFA, such as a social media account, short message applications that are familiar to the learners. Materials needed: Computer 💻 Mobile phone 📲 ✨ Digital skills training about two factor authentication video language 🇬🇧 Link 🇬🇧 What is 2FA? A simplified guide for safer logins - Norton Material in Finnish Video 🇫🇮 Vahva tunnistautuminen Authenticator sovellus Suomenkielinen tekstitys (HUS Helsingin yliopistollinen sairaala) Plain Language Presentation Slide 🇫🇮 Monivaiheinen tunnistautuminen Page 8 (SelkoDigi opiskelumateriaalit) Simple Explanation Explain that 2FA = two checks (password + one more step). MFA = can be more than two checks (password + code + fingerprint, for example). Demonstration Tips 1. Show a real login example Log in to an account (e.g., Google, Facebook, or Microsoft) and show: Entering the password (first step). Receiving a code by SMS, authenticator app, or email (second step). Emphasize: Even if someone steals my password, they still need the code. 2. Demonstrate different factors You can show three main categories of factors: Something you know → password or PIN. Something you have → phone or security key. Something you are → fingerprint or face recognition. Tip: Write these three on a flipchart or slide while showing examples. 3. Role play with learners Ask one participant to pretend to “steal your password.” Then show that they still can’t log in without your phone to receive the code. This makes the benefit very clear. 👋🏽 Join the Community Ideas on how to create better training? Would you like to share how your training went? Join our community of digital skills trainers from the button below. Join discussions

Understanding information and cyber security est. 45 mins Understanding information and cyber security est. 45 mins 💡 After this training: The learner is able to identify the most typical cyber and information security threats. The learner is able to recognize when information security has been breached and knows what to do. 👀 How to coordinate this training: 1. Form a pair or a small group and discuss Write the answers to the questions in Word in groups, pairs or independently. Let's go through the answers together. What types of online scams can you find on news sites? Have you, an acquaintance or a friend been the victim of an online scam? What should we do if we find a scam or if we think we or people close to us have been scammed? Share your experiences in a group, and let's discuss. 2. Find out cases from real life You can find the right page, scam site, and scam message examples in advance. You can also use an image search to see examples of scam sites and compare them with real sites. You can go through these images, compare them, and discuss how to find out whether they are real or scams. Tips: Find information in your country's own context. For example: Scam messages in Traficom's name , available in Finnish (Traficom ) How to recognize a digital scam (Consumers’ Union of Finland) 3. Alternative way Learners can independently search for scam sites online. Let's identify together whether the page is real or a scam. Materials needed: Computer 💻 Searching for information on current scam trends for examples ✨ Digital skills training about information and cyber security video language 🇫🇮 Videos 🇫🇮 Playlist Digiturma vai Digiturva (DVV) Hetken miettiminen ratkaisee, menetkö kohti digiturmaa vai digiturvaa. Digi- ja väestötietoviraston videosarja tarjoaa keinoja arjen digiturvan parantamiseen. subtitle 🇬🇧 D igital threat or digital security A Digital Bane or a Digital Boon? A moment's thought determines whether you are going towards a digital bane or a digital boon. The Finnish Digital Agency's video series provides you with the means to improve your everyday digital security. Materials in English 🇬🇧 PDF Material 🇬🇧 How to recognize a digital scam ( Consumers’ Union of Finland) Presentation Slides and Notes for Presentation 🇬🇧 Safe online shopping (Digidel) E-commerce has increased sharply in recent years. Here you learn both about online shopping, and also how to do it in a safe way. Please note that some contexts are based in Norway, but you can use slides and notes to get some tips on demonstrating and explaining this topic. Materials in Finnish 🇫🇮 Video 🇫🇮 Huijaukset – Kuluttajaliitto Video 🇫🇮 Pidempi parempi ( Liikenne- ja viestintävirasto Traficom ) Plain language material 🇫🇮 Tervetuloa digitaloon! (KVS Foundation) Course with questions 🇫🇮 Digitreenien peruskurssi: Yksityisyys ja huijaukset (Yle Oppiminen) Website link 🇬🇧🇫🇮 🇸🇪 Instructions and manuals for private individuals (Traficom) Materials in Estonian 🇪🇪 Video 🇪🇪 with English subtitles 🇬🇧 Ole valmis - küberturvalisus (eng) Päästeamet / Estonian Rescue Services Agency Video 🇪🇪 with English subtitles 🇬🇧 Ole valmis - infosõja ABC (eng) Päästeamet / Estonian Rescue Services Agency Open Badge: Secure action Discover how to use this training material together with other themes to help learners earn the Open Badge. Badges allow learners to demonstrate the skills they have gained and showcase their achievements. Learn more by clicking the button below. Read more about Open Badge 👋🏽 Join the Community Ideas on how to create better training? Would you like to share how your training went? Join our community of digital skills trainers from the button below. Join discussions

Everyday digital services in Finland est. 45 min 💡 After this training: The learner is able to identify the methods of strong identification. The learner will acquire the skills to use e-services. The learner knows how to protect their personal information and privacy. 👀 How to coordinate this training: Discussion Let's discuss together about electronic identification: What is electronic identification? Where have learners encountered it, and do they know how to do it? Why is it needed? Discuss together about different e-services and its use: Which of these services have you used before? What do you use them for? Is it easy to navigate the services? What kind of challenges do you have with using the e-services or mobile applications? 2. Emphasize privacy & safety These services often contain very personal information. No one is required to show their own data during class. Use practice examples, trainer’s demo accounts, or screenshots instead of real logins. Demonstrate and go through the main features Pick one service to explore as a group. Example structure using Kela: A. Show the Video First (5–10 min) Pause where needed to check understanding. B. Go Step-by-Step Together Open the Kela front page or use the video for demonstrating. Show how to: Log in (Bank ID or Mobile ID) Find benefit applications Check messages Materials needed: Computer 💻 Mobile phone 📲 👋🏽 Join the Community Ideas on how to create better training? Would you like to share how your training went? Join our community of digital skills trainers from the button below. Join discussions ✨ Digital skills training about strong electronic identification and e-services Strong electronic identification Video language 🇬🇧 Suomi.fi e-Identification is a strong identification service which enables you to log into the electronic services of public administration in Finland. More information: What is Suomi.fi e-Identification? ( Suomi.fi ) Materials in Finnish Video 🇫🇮 Sähköiset asiointipalvelut ja tunnistautuminen (Osuvat Taidot) Plain Language Presentation Slides 🇫🇮 Tunnistautuminen Page 10-14 (SelkoDigi opiskelumateriaalit) Suomi.fi video language 🇫🇮 Suomi.fi Web Service helps citizens and entrepreneurs in different situations. In Suomi.fi, the information, instructions and services you need to take care of matters have been compiled in one address. After identification into Suomi.fi, you can communicate with different organisations, grant and request mandates and check the data registered on you. Suomi.fi messages video language 🇬🇧 Suomi.fi Messages lets you receive official letters and decisions from authorities securely online instead of by paper mail. Kela Kela is Finland’s social security service where you can apply for benefits, send documents, and check decisions online. Plain Language Material 🇫🇮 Asioi Kelassa (⁠SelkoDigi - opiskelumateriaalit) MyTax (OmaVero) video language 🇫🇮 MyTax (OmaVero) is an online tax service where you can check your tax information, get a tax card, and manage your taxes Plain Language Material 🇫🇮 Hanki verokortti (⁠SelkoDigi - opiskelumateriaalit) Wilma video language 🇫🇮 More videos🇫🇮 🇬🇧 and other languages Video playlist by Helsingin kasvatus ja koulutus Wilma is an online school communication system used by students, parents, and teachers to follow studies, messages, and school information. WordWall Games and teaching materials 🇫🇮 Digitaitoja arkeen - Perhe (Helsingin työväenopisto) Maisa video language 🇫🇮 Maisa is a digital health service where you can book appointments, send messages to healthcare professionals, and view your health information. WordWall Games 🇫🇮 Digitaitoja arkeen - Terveys (Helsingin työväenopisto) Link 🇬🇧 What is Maisa and what activities are available? MyKanta (OmaKanta) video language 🇫🇮 MyKanta (OmaKanta) is a national health service where you can see your prescriptions, medical records, and test results online. WordWall Games and exercises 🇫🇮 Digitaitoja arkeen - Terveys (Helsingin työväenopisto) Plain Language Material 🇫🇮 Reseptit ja terveystiedot (⁠SelkoDigi - opiskelumateriaalit) Online Banking Online banking allows you to manage your money, pay bills, and identify yourself securely when using digital services. Plain Language Material 🇫🇮 S-pankki Verkkopankki (⁠SelkoDigi - opiskelumateriaalit) Plain Language Material 🇫🇮 S-pankki Mobiilipankki (⁠SelkoDigi - opiskelumateriaalit) Crisis Management Crisis management services on Suomi.fi provide instructions on how to prepare for emergencies and act safely in crisis situations. More information on the Suomi.fi website Open Badge: Communication and services Discover how to use this training material together with other themes to help learners earn the Open Badge. Badges allow learners to demonstrate the skills they have gained and showcase their achievements. Learn more by clicking the button below. Read more about Open Badge

Open Badge Path: Communication and services est. 3 hour 💡 After this training: The learner is able to identify the methods of strong identification. The learner will acquire the skills to use e-services. The learner knows how to protect their personal information and privacy. The learner is able to explain the different uses of email. The learner is able to identify their rights and responsibilities in disclosing their own data to online services. 👀 How to coordinate this training: 1. Learn the content of the Open Badge Badges provide a means for learners to demonstrate the skills they have acquired. Upon completion of the training, learners can earn badges to showcase their digital competencies, which may be helpful when applying for jobs or advancing in their careers. These badges can also be an inspiring way to acknowledge personal growth in the digital world.Learn more about digital skills badges on the Finnish Digital Agency's website: English Finnish Swedish Notes about local adaptation guidelines The badge content was originally developed in Finland by TIEKE – Finnish Information Society Development Centre, and may include references to Finnish systems or practices. If used outside Finland , the content may need to be adapted to fit local contexts. For support with localization, please contact us. 2. Plan the training content Check the list of training materials connected to the open badge questions. You can organize the training sessions by using the listed content and then reviewing the open badge questions together during the session, or assign them as homework.Make sure to reserve time for a break in the training. Introduce the badge to learners and reserve time for creating a profile Allocate time for learners to create Open Badge Passport accounts and learn how to handle badges. ✨ Open Badge path on r esponsible action www.digiuptoolbox.com Email Basics | ToolBox www.digiuptoolbox.com General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) | ToolBox Learning about country-specific strong authentication and public e-services www.digiuptoolbox.com Everyday digital services in Denmark | ToolBox www.digiuptoolbox.com Everyday digital services in Estonia | ToolBox www.digiuptoolbox.com Everyday digital services in Finland | ToolBox Digital skills badge (EN) Digital skills badge (FI) Digital skills badge (SV)

Get acquainted with different devices est. 30 min 💡 After this training: The learner can identify and select a device (e.g. computer, tablet, phone) according to its intended use. The learner can use the most common digital devices, their basic functions, and adjust settings. 👀 How to coordinate this training: 1. Watch the video together and then show an image displaying each device. Alternatively, the trainer can search for pictures of different devices and show them after the video. Write down the names of the devices. Then, do a picture search using the names of the devices. 2. Discussion Let's discuss together: Are the device names familiar? What kind of devices do you use? Was there any new information in the video? 3. Extra exercise The exercise can be combined with a search for information on the price of the device: How much do the different devices cost? Where can you buy them? You can also discuss what device you need, for what purpose and what kind of device you have used. Materials needed: Computer 💻 or Mobile phone 📲 ✨ Digital skills training about computers and various devices video language 🇬🇧 Material in Finnish Video 🇫🇮 Tietokone tutuksi (Jyväskylän kesäyliopiston video) Video 🇫🇮 Tietokoneen perusliitännät (Osuvat taidot) Vocabulary Game 🇫🇮 Laitteet ja liitännät - Yhdista sanat ja kuvat (⁠SelkoDigi - opiskelumateriaalit) Plain language material 🇫🇮 Tervetuloa digitaloon! (KVS Foundation) Other material Wordwall matching game 🇬🇧 Computer Accessories (match the picture to the word) Open Badge: Choosing and using devices Discover how to use this training material together with other themes to help learners earn the Open Badge. Badges allow learners to demonstrate the skills they have gained and showcase their achievements. Learn more by clicking the button below. Read more about the Open Badge 👋🏽 Join the Community Ideas on how to create better training? Would you like to share how your training went? Join our community of digital skills trainers from the button below. Join discussions

👀 How to coordinate this training: 1. Watch the video together or independently 2. Discussion with supporting questions in a group or pair Starter Questions: Which of the AI examples in the video have you used before? Can you find 3 apps on your phone that probably use AI? Were you surprised that AI is used in so many places? Do you feel more curious or more nervous about AI after this video? Can you think of a task in your daily life that AI might help with? Questions for Deeper Engagement: Would you trust AI to help you make a big decision? Why or why not? What is one way AI might make life easier for you? Is there a type of AI use that you find uncomfortable or strange? Demonstrate examples or ask learners to test out tools in a group Check the list of examples you can try to demonstrate, or give these as a task for each group. Materials needed: Computer 💻 What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)? est. 45 min 💡 After this training: The learner is able to understand the basics of AI. The learner can identify where AI is used in daily life. ✨ Digital skills training about AI basics video language 🇬🇧 Material in Finnish 🇫🇮 Tutustu tekoälyyn, Thinglink ( Enter ry, Erilaisten oppijoiden liitto, Moniheli ry, SeniorSurf, Suomen eKlubitalot ry, VALLI ry ja Vanhustyön keskusliitto.) WordWall matching game, Mitä voimme tehdä tekoälyn avulla? Material in English 🇬🇧 WordWall matching game, What can we do with AI PDF Guide Teaching responsible use of AI (Google) Tips for discussions: Where Do We See AI in Everyday Life? 📱 Examples: Your phone suggests words as you type You get movie or music recommendations You talk to Siri, Google Assistant You use Google Maps or Waze You translate languages on the web Instagram or TikTok shows you what you like You unlock your phone with face recognition Demonstration examples 💬 Use ChatGPT or Gemini (Text AI) Task: “What are three cheap and healthy recipes I can cook this week?”→ Observe the reply. Was it helpful? Would you ask more? I’m going to a job interview. Can you help me prepare?”→ Observe the reply. Was it helpful? Would you ask more? 2. Try a Text-to-Image Tool Use any tools you are familiar with or tools like Pixlr AI Generator or Bing Image Creator. Task: Type: “A woman working on a laptop in a cozy café in winter.”→ Discuss: Does it match your imagination? What else would you try? Ask learners to suggest a few words and see what kind of image would be generated. → Discuss: Does it match your imagination? Describe what you see in the current moment and type that description. → Discuss: Does it match your imagination? What else would you try? Example outputs from ChatGPT 3. Use Voice Input with Google Assistant or Siri Task: Say: “Remind me to drink water in 10 minutes”→ Discuss: Was this easier than typing? Say: "Can you set a timer for 30 seconds?"→ Discuss: Was this easier than typing? What else would you ask? Resources and tips for deeper engagements video language 🇬🇧 Benefits Saves time (e.g., writing help, navigation, voice-to-text) Improves accessibility (e.g., screen readers, translation) Helps in education, healthcare, and work Risks and Concerns Loss of privacy AI apps may collect personal information without you noticing. Example: A face filter app saves your photo and uses it later for advertising. How to prevent or check: Check the app’s permissions and only allow access that is necessary. Avoid uploading personal photos if you are unsure. Misuse of personal data Your data can be shared or sold to other companies. Example: An online shopping app saves what you search for and buy, and then uses this information to show you targeted ads or shares it with other companies. How to prevent or check: Review the app’s privacy settings, limit ad personalisation, and avoid signing in with social media accounts if it is not necessary. Data stored for a long time Once data is collected, it may stay online for years. Example: Old voice recordings from a smart assistant are kept on company servers. How to prevent or check: Review your account settings and delete old recordings or data when possible. Unfair treatment (AI bias) AI can make unfair decisions if it learns from biased data. Example from news: News reports have shown that some companies used AI tools to help with hiring, but these tools showed bias. The AI systems learned from past hiring data and started favouring certain genders, names, or backgrounds, while unfairly rejecting others. Fake images and videos AI can create images or videos that look real but are not. Example: A fake photo showing a public figure doing something they never did. How to prevent or check: Check trusted news sources and look for the same information on more than one website. Fake voices AI can copy someone’s voice to trick others. Example: A scam call sounds like a family member asking for money. How to prevent or check: Hang up and call the person directly using a number you already know. Spreading false information Fake AI content can confuse or mislead people. Example: A fake video shared on social media causes panic or anger. How to prevent or check: Do not share the content immediately and verify it with reliable sources first. 👋🏽 Join the Community Ideas on how to create better training? Would you like to share how your training went? Join our community of digital skills trainers from the button below. Join discussions

What is copyright? est. 30 mins What is copyright? est. 30 mins 💡 After this training: The learner is able to take copyright into account in the use and sharing of information. The learner is able to identify how copyrights are related to information and information sharing. 👀 How to coordinate this training: 1. Explain about copyright Together or independently, watch two videos or explain about copyright. You can use Step-by-Step Demonstration for support. Discussion in a whole group, in a pair or in a small group Let's discuss copyright together: If you use a work made by another person, do you need permission? Does copyright protect the information, idea and ideas in the work? How can I use the information in someone else's work? When can I use a work made by someone else? If the work has been made under a Creative Commons license, what does that mean? Demonstrate how to find copyright free image online Use the video as a guide for you when demonstrating and explaining about how to search for an image online that is copyright free. 4. Additional exercise If the training is organized in Finnish, you can play games together or independently or introduce the games to learners. Materials needed: Computer 💻 ✨ Digital skills training about copyright video language 🇬🇧 video language 🇬🇧 Step-by-step demonstration: Finding copyright-free images Step 1: Explain Why Copyright Matters Start with a short explanation: “Most images on the internet are owned by someone. If you copy them without permission, it can cause problems—even legal issues. But there are special images that are free to use, and we’ll learn how to find them.” Optional tip : Show an example of a copyrighted image vs. a copyright-free one. Step 2: Open Google Images Go to: https://images.google.com Instruct learners to type a simple search term . Example: “Sunset” or “Computer” Step 3: Use Tools to Filter Usage Rights After the results appear, click on the “Tools” button below the search bar. A new menu will appear below—click on “Usage rights” . Select “Creative Commons licenses” (or “Labeled for reuse”, depending on language settings). These images are safer to use in presentations or projects. Step 4: Click on an Image and Check the Source Click one image to open it. Then click “Visit” or “Go to page” to open the website where the image is hosted. Check if the website confirms that the image is free to use (some may still require credit to the author). Tip: If it’s not clear, do not use the image . Step 5: Show Trusted Free Image Websites (Optional) Introduce learners to safe sources with fully copyright-free images: https://pixabay.com https://unsplash.com https://www.pexels.com These sites are especially useful because: All images are free to use No need to check licenses for each one Easy to search in many languages Materials in Finnish Link 🇫🇮 How to find freely usable images online, Näin löydät netistä vapaasti käytettäviä kuvia – Kuvat ja videot (Yle) Video 🇫🇮 Miten saan käyttää teoksia (Kopiraittila) Games 🇫🇮 Kopiraittila 1. Copyright Skills: “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?” Game A quiz game in the style of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? with a time limit for answers. Suitable for playing alone. 2. Skills for Using Works – True or False Game A game called True or False to practice how to use works (e.g., copyrighted materials). Can be played together or independently. 3. Information Retrieval Skills – BINGO Game A BINGO game designed to practice information searching skills. Can be played together or independently. Open Badge: Responsible action Discover how to use this training material together with other themes to help learners earn the Open Badge. Badges allow learners to demonstrate the skills they have gained and showcase their achievements. Learn more by clicking the button below. Read more about the Open Badge 👋🏽 Join the Community Ideas on how to create better training? Would you like to share how your training went? Join our community of digital skills trainers from the button below. Join discussions

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How to create safe and strong passwords est. 45 mins How to create safe and strong passwords est. 45 mins 💡 After this training: The learner knows how to protect devices and accounts with a strong password. 👀 How to coordinate this training: 1. Watch the video together 2. Write the answers to the questions in Word in groups, pairs or independently. Let's go through the answers together. Questions: What do you need a password for? Why is it important to create a strong password? What is a weak password? What is a strong password like? Why is it not a good idea to use the same password for different online services? 3. Additional task and explanation Search for a password tester to check the strength of the password. The tester estimates how long it takes for bad actors to crack your passwords. You can also introduce different tools listed below. Materials needed: Computer 💻 ✨ Digital skills training about passwords video language 🇬🇧 Material in Finnish Video 🇫🇮 Salasanan muodostaminen (Osuvat Taidot) Video 🇫🇮 Pidempi parempi ( Liikenne- ja viestintävirasto Traficom ) Plain language material 🇫🇮 Tervetuloa digitaloon! Click "Siiryy taloon" -> Choose item 3 -> Choose 1 for PIN code and passwords Course with questions, Digitreenien peruskurssi: Salasanat ja tunnistautuminen (Yle Oppiminen) Tips for facilitating discussions 1. What do you need a password for Encourage participants to think about all the places they log in: email, social media, banking, online shopping, and work accounts. Highlight that passwords are like digital keys that protect their private spaces. 2. Why is it important to create a strong password Explain that weak passwords make it easy for hackers to guess or steal accounts. Compare it to using a fragile lock on your front door—anyone could break in. Strong passwords act like stronger locks. 3. What is a weak password Give examples like “123456,” “password,” or a birthdate. Point out that personal details (child’s name, phone number, etc.) are also weak because they’re easy to guess or find online. 4. What is a strong password like Describe strong passwords as long (12+ characters), unique, and a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols. Show how a phrase (“BlueDog!RunsFast22”) can be easier to remember and still strong. 5. Why is it not a good idea to use the same password for different online services Use the “one key for all doors” example —if someone steals that one key, they can open everything. Remind participants that if one service gets hacked, all their accounts are at risk Free tools to stay safe online Have I Been Pwned (HIBP) 🔎 Check if your email or password has been exposed in a data breach. Receive alerts when your account is found in new breaches. Action : If your email appears, immediately change the password and enable 2FA. Link: https://haveibeenpwned.com/ VirusTotal 🛡️ Free online scanner to check files or URLs for malware. Aggregates results from multiple antivirus engines. Action : Before opening suspicious attachments or links, upload them to VirusTotal. Link: https://www.virustotal.com/gui/home/upload AbuseIPDB Database of malicious IP addresses reported for abuse. Useful for system administrators, but individuals can also check suspicious IPs (from emails, logs, etc.). Action : If you spot unusual login activity, check the IP against AbuseIPDB to assess risk. Link: https://www.abuseipdb.com/ How these tools support password security HIBP → reveals if your password has already been compromised. VirusTotal → helps you avoid malware that could steal your credentials. AbuseIPDB → raises awareness of potentially dangerous login attempts or phishing sources. Open Badge: Secure action Discover how to use this training material together with other themes to help learners earn the Open Badge. Badges allow learners to demonstrate the skills they have gained and showcase their achievements. Learn more by clicking the button below. Read more about Open Badge 👋🏽 Join the Community Ideas on how to create better training? Would you like to share how your training went? Join our community of digital skills trainers from the button below. Join discussions

Digital wellbeing est. 45 mins Digital wellbeing est. 45 mins 💡 After this training: The learner is able to identify the effects of the use of digital devices and applications on health and wellbeing. 👀 How to coordinate this training: 1. Watch the video together Discussion in a whole group, in a pair or in a small group You can write things down on sticky notes. Go through the reflections together and share the best tips for improving digital well-being. Support questions: What is digital well-being? In what ways has the use of digital devices improved your well-being? In what ways has the use of digital devices weakened your well-being? Additional task: Creating a PowerPoint presentation (Estimate 60 min) Make a presentation about digital well-being, for example. PowerPoint program according to the instructions. You can find more instructions on presentation applications basics from " Digital Tools for the Workplace " 1. Title slide: "Digital well-being" and your own name . 2. Add a slide. Write three (3) examples of how using digital devices and applications can negatively affect your well-being. 3. Add a slide: Write three (3) examples of how using digital devices and apps can improve your well-being. 4. Add a slide: Add one (1) image that you have searched for on the internet. Make sure that the permissions on the image give you permission to use the image. On the slide, enter information about the origin and permissions of the image. Save your presentation to your computer's desktop as PowerPoint Task-your-name . You can search for presentation information and images on the Internet, or you can take pictures yourself with a mobile device and add them to the presentation. Before making a presentation, it is a good idea to discuss the rights to use the images and copyrights, as well as the assessment of the reliability of the information found on the Internet. Save the presentation to a cloud service (e.g. Google Drive) or send the presentation to yourself as an email attachment. Materials needed: Pen & Paper 🖌️ Computer 💻 ✨ Digital skills training about digital wellbeing video language 🇫🇮 Video language 🇬🇧 Video language 🇬🇧 Open Badge: Responsible action Discover how to use this training material together with other themes to help learners earn the Open Badge. Badges allow learners to demonstrate the skills they have gained and showcase their achievements. Learn more by clicking the button below. Read more about the Open Badge 👋🏽 Join the Community Ideas on how to create better training? Would you like to share how your training went? Join our community of digital skills trainers from the button below. Join discussions

How to find reliable online resources est. 45 mins How to find reliable online resources est. 45 mins 💡 After this training: The learner is able to assess the reliability of digital content. The learner is able to identify how copyrights are related to information and information sharing. 👀 How to coordinate this training: 1. Demonstrate and explain Use the tips below for demonstrating and explaining how to search for an image online that is reliable and copyright-free. 2. Discussion Discuss in a group or write your answers on paper, in an email message or a Word file. Save the file to your computer or to a cloud service (e.g. Google Drive and OneDrive). Why can't you always trust the information you find on the internet? What kind of information do you check before clicking after searching on a browser? How can you make sure a video you found online is reliable? Why can't you copy an image from the internet to your own post/ social media? Materials needed: Pen & Paper or Word Processing Software 🖌️ Computer 💻 ✨ Digital skills training about copyright and reliability Materials and resources in English🇬🇧 Link with a checklist 🇬🇧 Evaluating Online Resources: The Complete Beginner's Guide Link with a checklist 🇬🇧 Be social media smart: Is seeing believing? - BBC Bitesize Link with a checklist 🇬🇧 Tips for spotting fake news online - BBC Bitesize Materials and resources in Finnish 🇫🇮 Video 🇫🇮 Tiedonhaku internetistä: tekijänoikeudet ja luotettavuus (Osuvat Taidot) Link with a checklist 🇫🇮 dentify reliable news - ask these 7 questions, Tunnista luotettava uutinen - kysy nämä 7 kysymystä (Yle) Link 🇫🇮 How to find freely usable images online, Näin löydät netistä vapaasti käytettäviä kuvia – Kuvat ja videot (Yle) Plain Language Presentation Slides 🇫🇮 Tiedonhaku, DelkoDigi-hanke (SelkoDigi - opiskelumateriaalit) Explanation tips 🧾 Not everything online is true and reliable Anyone can publish anything on the internet. There are both facts and opinions, and sometimes, false or misleading content. How to check if information is trustworthy What makes a source reliable: Is it a well-known organization or news site? Is there an author? Date? Is it written clearly and professionally? What to look for before clicking on search results Title: Is it related to your question? Website: Does the link come from a site you know or trust? Description: Does it explain what you expect to find? How to verify a video is reliable Check: Who posted it? What channel? Look: Does it have lots of strange comments or unclear facts? Ask: Can you find the same information on another trusted site? Why you can’t copy any image from the internet Most images are copyrighted, which means someone owns them. Even if it’s online, using it without permission (especially in public posts) can break rules. Step-by-step demonstration: How to look for reliable resources ✅ Step 1: Ask a Simple Research Question Example : “What's the weather forecast?” or “How can I apply for a passport?” Encourage learners to think of real-life questions they may want to look up. Step 2: Open a Search Engine (e.g. Google or Bing) Show how to: Use a clear, short phrase in the search bar. Avoid typing long questions like “I need help getting a passport.” Step 3: Scan the Search Results Carefully Teach learners to check three parts of each result: Title – Does it match what you’re looking for? Web address (URL) – Is it a trusted domain (e.g., .gov, .edu, country's shorten code like .fi, ee, dk, or major organizations)? Snippet/Preview – Does it explain what the page is about in a clear way? Tip: Skip links with titles like “You won’t believe this!” or unfamiliar names. Step 4: Click on a Reliable-Looking Link Choose a site to explore. Show the learners how to: Identify who made the website. Look for an “About us” or “Contact” page. Check the date of the article or post. Step 5: Compare with a Second Website Open another site with the same information. Possible questions to ask: Are the answers similar? Which site seems more professional or official? Is there anything suspicious (ads, popups, strange language)? Step 6: Explain Red Flags for Unreliable Content Poor design or spelling errors No author or contact info Extreme claims Lots of ads or pop-ups Comments disabled or very angry comments Step-by-step demonstration: Finding copyright-free images 📷 Step 1: Explain Why Copyright Matters Start with a short explanation: “Most images on the internet are owned by someone. If you copy them without permission, it can cause problems—even legal issues. But there are some images that are free to use, and we’ll learn how to find them.” Optional tip : Show an example of a copyrighted image vs. a copyright-free one. Step 2: Open Google Images Go to: https://images.google.com Instruct learners to type a simple search term . Example: “Sunset” or “Computer” Step 3: Use Tools to Filter Usage Rights After the results appear, click on the “Tools” button below the search bar. A new menu will appear below—click on “Usage rights” . Select “Creative Commons licenses” (or “Labeled for reuse”, depending on language settings). These images are safer to use in presentations or projects. Step 4: Click on an Image and Check the Source Click one image to open it. Then click “Visit” or “Go to page” to open the website where the image is hosted. Check if the website confirms that the image is free to use (some may still require credit to the author). Tip: If it’s not clear, do not use the image . Step 5: Show Trusted Free Image Websites (Optional) Introduce learners to safe sources with fully copyright-free images: https://pixabay.com https://unsplash.com https://www.pexels.com These sites are especially useful because: All images are free to use No need to check licenses for each one Easy to search in many languages Open Badge: Searching and evaluating information Discover how to use this training material together with other themes to help learners earn the Open Badge. Badges allow learners to demonstrate the skills they have gained and showcase their achievements. Learn more by clicking the button below. Read more about Open Badge 👋🏽 Join the Community Ideas on how to create better training? Would you like to share how your training went? Join our community of digital skills trainers from the button below. Join discussions