Library/Reference


	21st Century Information Literacy Standards for the Digital Learners of New York Contributed by: New York Library Association Link: http://thenewmiddleschool.files.wordpress.com/2010... 3 Click the title to vote A standards guide for learners in K-12 schools, higher education, libraries, and life-long learning. These Standards are based on, and aligned with, national standards from: the American Library Association (ALA) and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE).
	AIGA Design for Democracy Contributed by: Design for Democracy Link: http://www.aiga.org/content.cfm/design-for-democra... 3 Click the title to vote Seeks to make government more accessible by making information, instructions, forms, websites and service centers easy to find, understand and use. Design for Democracy has access to specialists in information, interaction, environmental and graphic design, as well as experts in usability, plain language, ethnographic research and branding.
	Literacyworks Contributed by: Literacyworks Link: http://www.literacyworks.org/lw/home.html?false 1 Click the title to vote Literacyworks, an educational nonprofit organization, was created to address the needs of underprivileged and underrepresented adults, families and children by using educational technology to increase the quality, availability, and accessibility of literacy curriculum for individuals with low literacy skills.
	How to Find a Great Job: Entry-Level Workers and Career Changers Contributed by: @yourlibrary Link: http://www.atyourlibrary.org/career/how-find-great... 0 Click the title to vote This article contains advice for individuals that are planning to change careers or for individuals who are just starting out in their first career.
	How to Get a Great Job: Web Use 101 Contributed by: @yourlibrary Link: http://www.atyourlibrary.org/career/how-get-great-... 0 Click the title to vote This article contains internet basics including how to log in, using software to create a resume, and protect your privacy. It also covers resume and cover letter writing.
	Changing Gears: 5 Steps to Moving Beyond Single Industry Experience Contributed by: @yourlibrary Link: http://www.atyourlibrary.org/career/changing-gears... 0 Click the title to vote This article offers five steps to transition from your current industry.
	50 Tips for Web Design Contributed by: Vermont Council on Rural Development Link: http://e4vt.org/programs/e-vermont/toolkit/interne... 0 Click the title to vote Vermont's Chief Marketing Officer, Kathy Murphy, shares her top tips for designing a usable, accessible website.
	My New Job Search Contributed by: My New Job Search Link: http://www.mynewjobsearch.com/ 0 Click the title to vote Use this resource to find a job. You can search for a job by category, location, or keyword.
	Online Shopping & Preventing Identity Theft Contributed by: University Libraries at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Community Workshop Series Link: http://www.lib.unc.edu/cws/handouts/Online_Shoppin... 0 Click the title to vote This tip sheet offers things to do before you begin shopping online, things to pay attention to while shopping online, and other tips to protect your identity while shopping online.
	Tips for Using Public Wi-Fi Networks Contributed by: OnGuard Online Link: http://onguardonline.gov/articles/0014-tips-using-... 0 Click the title to vote This page offers tips for using public wi-fi networks.
	How do I shop safely with my credit card online? Contributed by: British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) Link: http://www.bbc.co.uk/webwise/guides/safe-shopping-... 0 Click the title to vote This page provides tips on how to shop safely with a credit card online.
	Shopping Online Infographic Contributed by: OnGuard Online Link: http://onguardonline.gov/articles/0041-shopping-on... 0 Click the title to vote Provides tips to get a great product at a great price when shopping online.
	Seller: What do you know about the Seller? Contributed by: Safeshopping.org Link: http://www.safeshopping.org/seller.shtml 0 Click the title to vote This page provides information and tips to find out more about an online seller or company.
	How Do I get Broadband? Contributed by: British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) Link: http://www.bbc.co.uk/webwise/guides/getting-broadb... 0 Click the title to vote This article provides information on how to get broadband, the different types of broadband, and equipment and installation.
	Make a Career Plan Contributed by: KnowHow2Go.org Link: http://www.knowhow2go.org/seniors_explore.php 0 Click the title to vote A 10-step guide to creating a career plan through exploring interests.
	Develop your College Scholarship Strategy Contributed by: College Board Link: http://www.collegeboard.com/parents/pay/scholarshi... 0 Click the title to vote This guide provides information on college scholarships. If you and your child decide to invest your time in a search for scholarships, it's important to have an organized system to find, apply for, and win scholarship money. It’s also best to start early.
	College Affordability and Transparency Center Contributed by: U.S. Department of Education (ED) Link: http://collegecost.ed.gov/catc/ 0 Click the title to vote An easy-to-use website that identifies the most reasonably-priced universities, as well as the institutions whose prices rise at the highest rates.
	Financial Aid FAQs Contributed by: College Board Link: http://www.collegeboard.com/student/pay/add-it-up/... 0 Click the title to vote Answers to frequently asked questions regarding financial aid.
	Adult Students--College Preparation Checklist Contributed by: U.S. Department of Education (ED) Link: http://studentaid.ed.gov/students/publications/che... 0 Click the title to vote If you’ve never been to college, or started but never finished, this page is for you. Need to improve your skills or knowledge? Find a new career path?
	Questions About College Life Contributed by: U.S. Department of Education (ED) Link: http://www.college.gov/wps/portal/!ut/p/c5/04_SB8K... 0 Click the title to vote Young people asked these questions about college life. The answers come from current college students. Browse by topic, view the question of the week or read them all