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Net Literacy, the Mary Riggs Community Center, and IPS Work to Donate an Additional 1050 Computers

Posted on March 6, 2016February 12, 2019 by Daniel Kent

Net Literacy, Mary Riggs Community Center, and IPS are working to distribute computers repurposed at Broad Ripple Magnet High School to the families of K12 IPS students and to afterschool programs that support IPS. “Liz Odel,” said Daniel Kent, “has been leading the charge in facilitating the distribution of computers to dozens of IPS schools.” … Read More » “Net Literacy, the Mary Riggs Community Center, and IPS Work to Donate an Additional 1050 Computers”

Harshman Middle School Uses Net Literacy Computers to Make STEM Learning Real World and Relevant!

Posted on January 27, 2016February 12, 2019 by Daniel Kent

Students in Ms. Caren Lettofsky’s computer science classes, at Indianapolis Public School’s Harshman Middle School, learn about computers by reassemble their own computer. First, Ms. Lettofsky first has the students build a virtual computer, using a website created by Cisco. This site walks students through various steps to build a desktop computer. This part of … Read More » “Harshman Middle School Uses Net Literacy Computers to Make STEM Learning Real World and Relevant!”

iKeepSafe Blog: “How Inviting Partners to the Safety Discussion Can Help Progress the Conversation about Bullying”

Posted on November 23, 2013October 11, 2016 by Daniel Kent

Net Literacy occasionally blogs to help other youth organizations and schools learn different ways that empowered teens can help initiate the discussion about difficult safety issues. Click on the link to learn more about how inviting partners to the safety discussion can help progress the conversation about bullying http://www.ikeepsafe.org/cyberbullying-2/how-inviting-partners-to-the-safety-discussion-can-help-progress-the-conversation-about-bullying/ For more information, please email [email protected]

Lone Eagle Consulting’s “People Ready” Broadband Entrepreneurship and Digital Literacy Curriculum

Posted on December 16, 2012 by Daniel Kent

One size does not fit all and Lone Eagle Consulting helps provide online training for rural remote, at-risk, and indigenous learners. We especially liked this focus on indigenous learners and wanted to share the following: The Self-directed Digital Literacy Training and Resource Guide for All Learners Lone Eagle Online Courses Community Training Resources Social Media … Read More » “Lone Eagle Consulting’s “People Ready” Broadband Entrepreneurship and Digital Literacy Curriculum”

Dave McClure’s Perspectives on the Internet for South Africa’s iWeek 2012

Posted on November 4, 2012November 4, 2012 by Daniel Kent

Click on the video below to listen to Dave McClure’s sage insights and perspectives about the Internet, produced for South Africa’s iWeek 2012. . Dave McClure was elected a “Net Literacy Hero” in 2010 and is a member of Net Literacy’s Honorary Board.

Spring Online: A Great Opportunity to bridge the Digital Divide!

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Elliott Williams

Social housing providers are being urged to engage in “one of the nation’s biggest digital inclusion campaigns”. The Government-backed Spring Online with Silver Surfers’ Day – delivered by Digital Unite in partnership with UK Online Centres and Race Online 2012 – is one of the biggest campaigns each year to give older people and less … Read More » “Spring Online: A Great Opportunity to bridge the Digital Divide!”

Microsoft’s Digital Literacy Curriculum

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Daniel Kent

Whether you are new to computing or have some experience, the Microsoft Digital Literacy curriculum will help you develop a fundamental understanding of computers. The courses help you learn the essential skills to begin computing with confidence, be more productive at home and at work, stay safe online, use technology to complement your lifestyle, and … Read More » “Microsoft’s Digital Literacy Curriculum”

Australia’s Digital Hubs Directory

Posted on March 1, 2012February 12, 2019 by Daniel Kent

Australia has been a leader in broadband adoption by creating the Department of Broadband, Communications, and the Digital Economy. This government ministry is providing $13.6m USD available in grants to communities to increase broadband adoption and digital inclusion programs. A component of Australia’s National Broadband Network (NBN), the Digital Hubs Program is an initiative tied … Read More » “Australia’s Digital Hubs Directory”

Public Policy Framework Helps Provide Direction for Libraries Regarding Digital Inclusion

Posted on March 1, 2012March 1, 2012 by Daniel Kent

The Institute of Museum and Library Services, the University of Washington Information School, and the International City/County Management Association have developed a comprehensive framework to help libraries identify, evaluate, and improve services regarding digital inclusion and digital literacy. More and more individuals without computer access at home are turning to libraries as a conduit to … Read More » “Public Policy Framework Helps Provide Direction for Libraries Regarding Digital Inclusion”

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