ECDL Module 7

Information and Communication

The ECDL Module 7 exam tests a candidates knowledge across two spheres; using (and having an understanding of) the Internet, and secondly, using a typical e-mail client (such as Microsoft Outlook or Outlook Express).

The ‘Information’ portion of the exam tests a candidates knowledge of the terms and concepts of the Internet itself, including basic security topics and concerns, as well as their ability to effectively use the Internet by way of using search tools, bookmarking websites, using online forms, and being able to print individual web pages. The type and format of the questions are relatively simple. For example, a candidate could be asked to search for a particular author’s works and choose the most relevant site that comes up.

The ‘Communication’ portion of the exam deals with a candidates knowledge of electronic mail concepts including security aspects. The candidate should also feel comfortable being able to use adequately an e-mail application, like Microsoft Outlook, to send and receive e-mail messages, attach messages, and be able to sort, archive and retrieve messages using the application’s tools.

 

To pass the ECDL Module 7 exam, a candidate must score at least 24 marks from a possible 32 (75%).



Below are some links to free ECDL study guides and practice exams that you can use to prepare for the ECDL exam. There are also a lot more Microsoft Outlook study guides and practice exams of use to ECDL candidates over at the MOUS certification section.

Free ECDL Module 7 Study Guides

Module 7 Study Notes Module 7, Information and Communication study notes
Module 7 Study Notes In pdf format, training guide to Module 7, Information and Communication

Free ECDL Module 7 Practice Exams

60 Practice Questions Module 7 demo tests
Sample Test from ECDL org. Sample test for the ECDL exams