Austin, Texas (May 10, 2023) – In March, the Texas State Library and Archives Commission released a study, called Texas Public Libraries: Serving Communities to Enhance Digital Literacy. Data for this study was gathered from over 300 librarians throughout the state. According to the report, libraries provide over $70 million in training, both in the form of classes and one-on-one instruction. …
Meet some of CN’s Digital Literacy and Learning trainers
I love the freedom and flexibility of working from home. But working in a remote world means that in-person meetings with co-workers can sometimes be few and far between. However, my recent trip to Grand Rapids, Michigan, for some of our Digital Literacy and Learning workshops gave me the opportunity to meet a fantastic group of Connected Nation (CN) staff …
Using digital literacy to do more good
How the Urban League of West Michigan plans to use Connected Nation’s Digital Literacy and Learning workshops to bring opportunity to the Grand Rapids community Grand Rapids, Michigan (Nov. 1, 2022) – A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of attending some Digital Literacy and Learning workshops in Grand Rapids, Michigan, led by Connected Nation (CN) in partnership with …
New Report: Expanding Broadband, Digital Skills Critical to America’s Future
by Jessica Denson, Communications Director Connected Nation Louisville, Ky. (November 21, 2019) – The Benton Institute for Broadband & Society recently released a report that calls broadband (high-speed internet) “the most transformative technology of our generation.” It can grow the American economy, empower workers, and strengthen communities. “For many Americans, lack of broadband access means having less opportunity than their …
Looking at digital literacy through different lenses: Access and adoption, design, and digital equity
Published by Generocity on May 31, 2019 By Zarl Tarazona When it comes to digital literacy, the issues of access, adoption, inclusion and equity need to be a part of the conversation. The digital divide — the gap between those who have access to technology and those who don’t — is often the hot topic within discussions about digital literacy. …
