Digital Dictation will be held in Russia for the first time

The main goal of the joint initiative of ROCIT, RAEC and Microsoft is to give everyone the opportunity to test their digital literacy.

From 18 to 24 May, the Digital Dictation will be held for the first time, which will be the most extensive test of the knowledge of information technology in Russia. During this week, each user will be able to test their computer skills and other devices, as well as knowledge of network security rules and communication culture. Digital Dictation was organized by ROCIT, RAEC and Microsoft with the support of Avito, the Internet Coordination Center, the Russian Popular Front, HP Inc., Rossiyskaya Gazeta, and the Rambler Group. The number of participants, according to preliminary estimates, will be about 50 thousand people.

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On the first day, May 18, events in support of Digital Dictation will be held in many cities of Russia. Those who do not have the opportunity to visit them will be able to take the test during the week on the website of digital dictation . RF , as well as in a special application. The dictation consists of 30 questions designed for different age categories: for children (14-17 years old) and for adults (18+), and divided into 3 semantic blocks. The first block is devoted to the basics of computer literacy, namely, various devices and knowledge of basic programs. The second is working with the Internet, social networks and online applications. The third is cybersecurity, including the protection of personal data.

“In today's world, digital literacy is as important knowledge as the ability to read and write for every inhabitant of our planet. In 2015, ROCIT was the first to declare digital literacy of Runet users and conducted a nationwide study. In 2018, the fourth wave was conducted, which showed a certain dynamics. However, this is just a figure, and it does not allow to assess your personal level of digital knowledge. The All-Russian Digital Dictation campaign is an important step towards users, which through exciting testing will allow them to pump their skills, ”commented Sergey Grebennikov, director of ROCIT.

Today, knowledge of modern technology is one of the key requirements in most professions, and innovation is an essential attribute of everyday life. In terms of the growth rate of consumption of digital services, Russia ranks third in the world, while the digital literacy rate of its residents in 2018 decreased by 14.7%. This is largely due to the fact that the number of Internet risks is growing. The number of Russians who encountered them in 2018 was 74%, which exceeds the global figure of 66%. In addition, the number of phishing attacks that use the credulity of users in the world for the year increased by 350%.

Having passed the test, participants will be able not only to test their knowledge, but also to identify areas that require deeper study and, moreover, immediately find out the correct answers to questions and get recommendations that will help avoid negative situations in the future. Digital Dictation launched in the year of the 25th anniversary of the domain .RU and the entire Runet, this anniversary will be celebrated throughout the year 2019.

Komsomolskaya Pravda, Moskovsky Komsomolets and Rusbase became information partners of the Digital Dictation.

You can follow the latest news of the Digital Dictation on the promotion website, as well as on the social networks OK.ru , VK.com , Facebook.com , YouTube.com , Instagram.com .