Activities


	Preparing to get a Job Contributed by: Adult Literacy Media Alliance (ALMA) Link: http://www.tv411.org/lessons/cfm/writing.cfm?str=w... 5 Click the title to vote A tutorial on preparing to get a job. Includes tips for writing a resume.
	New York State Broadband Speed Test Contributed by: New York State Office of Cybersecurity Link: http://www.nyspeedtest.org/index.php 5 Click the title to vote The New York State Office of Cyber Security (OCS) is partnering with the Center for Technology in Government at the University at Albany – SUNY to independently test the speed of broadband service available to New York State residents. CTG will collect, analyze, and report the results to OCS, who is deploying state-of-the-art geographic information systems (GIS) to create a clear and accurate broadband map of where and what level of broadband is available across the state, which will help drive policy decisions and future funding.
	How to Write a Business Email Contributed by: Adult Literacy Media Alliance (ALMA) Link: http://www.tv411.org/lessons/cfm/writing.cfm?str=w... 4 Click the title to vote A tutorial on how to write a business email.
	Digital Citizen Hub Contributed by: The Big Help Link: http://www.nick.com/thebighelp/digital-citizen-hub... 1 Click the title to vote Nickelodeon and Common Sense Media are teaming up to teach you how to be cyber savvy. Harness the power of the Internet and learn how to be a good digital citizen.
	Writing a Cover Letter Contributed by: Adult Literacy Media Alliance (ALMA) Link: http://www.tv411.org/lessons/cfm/writing.cfm?str=w... 1 Click the title to vote Learn what information to include in a cover letter and how to write an effective cover letter.
	Codeacademy Contributed by: Codeacademy Link: http://www.codecademy.com/ 0 Click the title to vote This site provides introductory tutorials on how to use JavaScript, a programming language to provide enhanced user interfaces and dynamic websites.
	Financial Aid Wizard Contributed by: U.S. Department of Education (ED) Link: http://studentaid2.ed.gov/getmoney/fin_aid_wizard/ 0 Click the title to vote
	Education Planner Contributed by: Education Planner Link: http://www.digitalliteracy.gov/education_planner.p... 0 Click the title to vote Use these interactive self-assessments to discover what you're good at and where you may have room for improvement. Identify the things that interest you and get some ideas about careers to explore.
	College Application Checklist Contributed by: College Board Link: http://www.collegeboard.com/student/apply/the-appl... 0 Click the title to vote Use this checklist to stay on top of application requirements, tasks, and deadlines.
	College Navigator Contributed by: U.S. Department of Education (ED) Link: http://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/ 0 Click the title to vote Use the College Navigator to find a school that meets your needs. Web-based tool designed for choosing which college that decision much easier by providing students and their families with an easy-to-use website that identifies the most reasonably-priced universities, as well as the institutions whose prices rise at the highest rates.
	College MatchMaker Contributed by: College Board Link: http://collegesearch.collegeboard.com/search/adv_t... 0 Click the title to vote Search by location, majors, cost, and more to find colleges that fit -- from a database of 3,800+ schools.
	SAT Practice Questions Contributed by: College Board Link: http://sat.collegeboard.org/practice/sat-practice-... 0 Click the title to vote Prepare for the SAT with practice questions to find your strengths and weaknesses on the SAT.
	Skills Assessment Contributed by: ISEEK Link: http://www.iseek.org/careers/skillsAssessment 0 Click the title to vote This assessment lets you rate yourself on 35 different skills and then see which occupations are a match for the skills that are important to you. At the end of the assessment, you will see a list of occupations that are a good match for your skill profile.
	Eyenote App Overview Contributed by: U.S. Department of Treasury Link: http://www.eyenote.gov/ 0 Click the title to vote The EyeNote™ application (app) was developed by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) for the blind or visually impaired to use as a tool to increase accessibility to Federal Reserve Notes (U.S. paper currency). EyeNote™ is built for the Apple iOS to allow the user to scan a bank note and communicate its value back to the user.
	Basic Computer Quiz--Part 2 Contributed by: Web Wise Seniors Link: http://webwiseseniors.com.dnnmax.com/basic2/tabid/... 0 Click the title to vote This quiz tests basic computer knowledge.
	Basic Computer Quiz--Part 1 Contributed by: Web Wise Seniors Link: http://webwiseseniors.com.dnnmax.com/QuizBasic1/ta... 0 Click the title to vote This quiz tests basic computer knowledge.
	Advertising Literacy for the Classroom Contributed by: The LAMP Link: http://www.thelampnyc.org/wp-content/uploads/LAMPl... 0 Click the title to vote LAMPlatoon is The LAMP's online video project where participants can remix existing commercials with their own thoughts and criticisms about the ad. "The LAMPlatoon Wants YOU!" is a step-by-step guide which educators can use for creating these 'broken commercials' and exploring basic advertising literacy concepts with students. There are no costs to the educator with LAMPlatoon, and LAMP staff are available as additional support along the way.
	Internet Safety Tips Contributed by: WebWise Link: http://www.webwisekids.org/pdf/InternetSafetyActiv... 0 Click the title to vote This packet is designed to provide information about the Internet to keep kids safe from online predators and dangers. It is an activity packet designed for K-3 students.
	Writing Business Missions and Goals Contributed by: Adult Literacy Media Alliance (ALMA) Link: http://www.tv411.org/lessons/cfm/writing.cfm?str=w... 0 Click the title to vote Learn how to write a mission statement and identify business goals that are realistic and measurable.
	Filling out a Job Application Contributed by: Adult Literacy Media Alliance (ALMA) Link: http://www.tv411.org/lessons/cfm/writing.cfm?str=w... 0 Click the title to vote A tutorial on how to fill out a job application.