A self-assessment tool
To build our methodology, we needed to identify a framework for digital skills assessment to use as a reference point and a source of scientifically-approved practice and knowledge. In this case, our research process led us to the Digital Competence Framework for Citizens Self-Assessment Tool (DigCompSAT).
DigCompSAT measures gaps and weaknesses in digital competences. We chose DigCompSAT as it can be directly connected to the DigComp 2.2 framework that it has been identified in the first activity of intellectual output 4.
DigCompSAT measures digital competence based on three elements, namely knowledge (K), skill (S) and attitude (A).
The O4A4 Methodology
Our methodology serves as a tool to assess digital skills potentially gained through digital actions at partner universities.
As a methodology, it combines important features of DigCompSAT (i.e., measuring competences in terms of skills, knowledge and attitude) with specific competence areas and skills outlined in the Digital Competence Framework for Citizens (DigComp 2.2).
The O4A4 methodology adopts the DigCompSAT format to align its empirical results to the European context, thus expanding the European framework of digital competences to bottom-up and citizens-driven digital action activities.
As a self-assessment tool, it takes the form of a survey with closed-ended questions that can be easily customised by partners.
You can access our self-assessment tool by clicking here.
