Digital Literacy in K-12 Education
Digital literacy empowers Indiana students to think critically, communicate more safely, and engage responsibly in an increasingly digital world. Through high‑quality resources, guidance, and professional learning, the Indiana Department of Education supports schools in helping students build essential skills in areas such as artificial intelligence, online safety, virtual learning, and responsible digital citizenship.
Guidance & Resources
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Guidance
This document presents key considerations related to AI and education.
Professional Development Videos
AI District Implementation Spotlight Series
Join administrators, coaches, teachers, and students across the state of Indiana to hear them share their strategies, successes, and challenges related to artificial intelligence.
AI Insights for Educators Professional Development Series
A collection of sessions designed to deepen educator understanding of instructional uses, best practices, and responsible approaches to AI in the classroom.
AI in the Classroom Spotlight Session Collection
Practical examples and demonstrations of AI tools and instructional applications used in Indiana schools.
Reports
AI Educator Survey Final Report: Digital Learning Grant 2024-2025
The final report provides detailed information on the 2024 Digital Learning Grant awardees, teacher feedback data from survey response and AI platform vendor data from the grant implementation.
AI-Powered Platform Pilot Grant Final Report 2023-2024
The final report provides detailed information on the AI-Powered Platform Pilot Grant and awardees, teacher feedback data from survey responses, and AI platform vendor data.
Professional Development, Guidance, & Resources
Internet Safety Collection
In response to IC 20-30-6.1-4, IDOE has curated this collection, which brings together resources to help students, educators, and families build essential digital literacy skills. Topics include misinformation, online privacy, cyberbullying, digital well-being, and preventing harm from online challenges. Lesson plans, conversation starters, and interactive tools support safe and ethical participation in the digital world. The collection encourages critical thinking and responsible online behavior.
Virtual learning in Indiana provides students with flexible, technology‑enhanced instructional opportunities while maintaining the same quality and rigor required for in‑person learning.
Educators, administrators, and families can deepen their understanding of effective online instruction by exploring the Virtual Learning Essentials collection in the Indiana Learning Lab, which features expert-led sessions on engagement, accessibility, digital tools, and designing high‑quality virtual programs.
Indiana provides a number of state‑accredited virtual schools. You can view the current list of accredited virtual schools on the Indiana Department of Education’s School Accreditation page.
The Digital Learning Grant aims to support Indiana public school corporations and charter schools in their efforts to leverage technology to enhance learning experiences, foster innovation for students, and promote effective digital pedagogies for teachers.To view future Digital Learning Grant opportunities subscribe to Dr. Jenner’s weekly update.
Indiana Learning Lab
The Indiana Learning Lab is the premier platform for resources and professional development for educators, administrators, and parents. Join the Indiana Learning Lab using your school email for free access to high-quality support.
Indiana Course Access Portal
iCAP (Indiana Code 20-30-16) provides students across the state with access to hundreds of online courses from approved education providers and colleges.
Students can take courses that may not be available at their home school, helping them stay on track for graduation, explore new interests, and prepare for college or careers.
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