Digital Freedom: Developing Learner Digital Skills to Support Their Online Experience
Digital Freedom: Developing Learner Digital Skills to Support Their Online Experience
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 4:00PM–4:45PM ET | Room 552 AB
Session Type:
Breakout Session
Delivery Format:
Presentation/Panel Session
In an era where nearly every task, from research and collaboration to communication and creativity, happens in a browser, learners need more than just access—they need the skills to shape their own digital journey. Digital Freedom equips students with hands-on guidance to harness browser tools and features that: (1) eliminate distractions with Reader Mode for cleaner, focus-driven reading; (2) engage multiple senses by using Read Aloud to reinforce understanding; (3) personalize readability through adjustable text size, font, color, and spacing; (4) protect eye health by activating Dark Mode or selecting a custom background-text contrast; (5) build inclusive materials with accessible document and presentation best practices; and (6) choose the right format—text, audio, or interactive media—to support all learners. This presentation offers a curated overview of content types, guidance strategies, and tools designed to empower learners and help educators enhance online experiences.
Presenters
Kara Conger
NA Sales, Brickfield Education Labs
Resources & Downloads
Digital Freedom Developing Learner Digital Skills to Support Their Online ExperiencePresentatio