Digital Literacy Resources

A destination for practitioners in service-oriented organizations—such as libraries, schools, community centers, community colleges, and workforce training centers to find digital literacy content. The resources can be found by subject area, community, by skill topic, and learning level.

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	Resume Writing Tips Contributed by: New York State Library State of New York Link: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/nybbexpress/curri... 1 Click here to vote A one-page reference guide that provides resume writing tips.
	Role of ICT in Education Contributed by: United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Link: http://www.unescobkk.org/education/ict/online-reso... 0 Click here to vote Report on the ways ICT has impacted education, describes the benefits and issues, and offers guidelines and common mistakes to avoid.
	Rubric Assessment of Information Literacy Skills (RAILS) Contributed by: Institute of Museum and Library Services Link: http://www.railsontrack.info/about.aspx 0 Click here to vote This website facilitates the assessment of digital literacy, information literacy, and critical thinking skills by providing example rubrics, training materials, readings, and a discussion forum. The rubric on this site serve two goals: first, they allow educators to assess student digital literacy skill levels; second, they articulate these skills so that students can learn what it is they should be able to know and do with regard to information in all formats. All rubrics included in the site can be modified and saved in new versions by anyone who registers (free) as a site participant. This site is designed for teachers, professors, librarians, information professionals, students, and parents.
	San Diego Futures Foundation Contributed by: San Diego Futures Foundation Link: http://www.sdfutures.org/ 5 Click here to vote The purpose of this organization is to improve access to computers and services by making information technology available to underserved individuals, organizations and disadvantaged small businesses through training, education, technical services and equipment.
	SAT Practice Questions Contributed by: College Board Link: http://sat.collegeboard.org/practice/sat-practice-... 0 Click here to vote Prepare for the SAT with practice questions to find your strengths and weaknesses on the SAT.
	Savy Searching--Finding Credible Information Online Contributed by: Vermont Council on Rural Development Link: http://vscmymeeting.adobeconnect.com/p64vltvg2dd/?... 0 Click here to vote This webinar will teach simple tricks and tools to become a more savvy searcher online.
	School2Home Contributed by: California Emerging Technology Fund (CETF) Link: http://www.cetfund.org/files/S2H_Busplan_Final_Oct... 0 Click here to vote Educator resource which is a business plan for how to address the digital divide in the classroom. Provides a blueprint for launching, implementing and financing a multi-year initiative designed to reach students in low-performing middle schools in California.
	School2Home Contributed by: California Emerging Technology Fund (CETF) State of California Link: http://www.cetfund.org/files/S2H_Busplan_Final_Oct... 0 Click here to vote Educator resource which is a business plan for how to address the digital divide in the classroom. Provides a blueprint for launching, implementing and financing a multi-year initiative designed to reach students in low-performing middle schools in California.
	Searchable Online Accommodation Resource (SOAR) Contributed by: U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Job Accommodation Network (JAN) Link: http://askjan.org/soar/index.htm 0 Click here to vote JAN's Searchable Online Accommodation Resource (SOAR) system is designed to let users explore various accommodation options for people with disabilities in work and educational settings. These accommodation ideas are not all inclusive. If you do not find answers to your questions, please contact JAN directly. The staff of experienced consultants is happy to discuss specific accommodation needs in a confidential manner.
	Searching Online for a Job Contributed by: Goodwill Community Foundation International Link: http://www.gcflearnfree.org/jobsearch/2 5 Click here to vote In this tutorial you will learn where to look for online job postings, how to perform an effective search, and how to apply for a job online.
	Searching the Web Contributed by: Vermont Council on Rural Development Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkKC1BnuQsE&feature... 0 Click here to vote Learn the basics of Web searching and how to find information online.
	Seattle's Community Technology Program Contributed by: Seattle Department of Information Technology State of Washington Link: http://www.seattle.gov/tech/indicators/ 3.5 Click here to vote Report from 2009 on Seattle's residential information technology survey.
	Selecting, Installing, and Purchasing a Computer Contributed by: Fast Forward New Mexico Link: http://fastforwardnm.org/sites/default/files/Level... 0 Click here to vote Tutorial on how to identify, name, and understand parts of the computer, learn how to select and purchase a computer, and how to set up a new computer system. Part II offers a tutorial on how to connect to the Internet, select an Internet Service Provider, and how to maintain Internet security and back-up files.
	Seller: What do you know about the Seller? Contributed by: Safeshopping.org Link: http://www.safeshopping.org/seller.shtml 0 Click here to vote This page provides information and tips to find out more about an online seller or company.
	Sense-Lang.org Contributed by: Sense-Lang.org Link: http://www.sense-lang.org/ 0 Click here to vote Since 2001 this site has provided a free, very unique and user-friendly learning method proven to help each and every person learn, practice, and improve your typing speed and accuracy. The site has been adopted by many schools worldwide as a leading learning method for their students. It can help teachers » Design a typing program specifically for your students » Grade students’ tests » Track students’ progress
	Setting Up a Facebook Account Contributed by: The Beehive Link: http://thebeehive.org/digitalbasics/2010/12/22/int... 5 Click here to vote Facebook allows you to share photos, update friends and family members about your life, and spend hours playing games and quizzes. Even if you only use it every once in a while, here is how to set up your account with no fuss.
	Setting up a Free Email Account with Gmail Contributed by: The Beehive Link: http://thebeehive.org/digitalbasics/2010/12/22/beg... 3 Click here to vote Learn how to create an email address using google mail.
	Setting up Virus Protection Contributed by: The Beehive Link: http://thebeehive.org/digitalbasics/2010/12/22/int... 3 Click here to vote Learn how to install antivirus software which is used to prevent, find and remove viruses, worms, spyware and other harmful programs on your computer.
	Share with Care Contributed by: OnGuard Online Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Link: http://www.onguardonline.gov/media/video-0004-shar... 0 Click here to vote What you post online could have an impact on people in the real world.
	Sharing with Email Contributed by: Vermont Council on Rural Development Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gk-7ozPEuN0&feature... 4 Click here to vote Learn how to send, share, and save files and websites using email.