Which term denotes competencies for conducting research using digital tools?

• A. Digital Research Skills
• B. Lifelong Learning
• C. Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• D. Machine Learning (ML)

Answer: (A)

This item focuses on the abilities needed to perform research with digital resources. Digital Research Skills describe the ability to locate credible information online, critically evaluate sources, organize digital material, manage citations, and use tools such as databases, search engines, spreadsheets, reference managers, and data analysis software. These competencies form the toolkit researchers use in the digital age. Lifelong learning is about continually updating knowledge and skills over a lifetime but isn’t tied to the specific toolkit for conducting research. Artificial intelligence and machine learning refer to powerful technologies used in research, not the general set of competencies for digital research. Digital Research Skills best captures the intended concept.