Digital Literacy Resources

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	Geeks Bearing Gifts: unwrapping new technology trends Contributed by: National Library of Medicine Link: http://nnlm.gov/training/geekgifts/ 0 Click here to vote This class is intended to provide a fun, fast-paced, and informative introduction to and update on today's hottest technology trends. Program participants will be able to identify technology trends and they will understand how these trends will impact or can be integrated into traditional library services. Content will be presented in with a "can-do" focus intended to encourage participants to investigate at least one technology for implementation in their institution.
	From Snake Oil to Penicillin: Evaluating Consumer Health Information on the Internet Contributed by: National Library of Medicine Link: http://nnlm.gov/training/consumer/snakeoil/ 0 Click here to vote Course Description: Distance Learning Course This interactive course will introduce participants to issues surrounding the quality of health information resources on the internet. Participants will be provided with a set of recommended criteria to be used to evaluate health information websites. This is an online, asynchronous, instructor-led class using Moodle. Class size is limited, registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
	Finding Native Health Info Online Contributed by: National Library of Medicine Link: http://nnlm.gov/training/nativehealth/ 0 Click here to vote Whether you are a community health care worker, a librarian, or just want to be informed, this hands-on class will show you the best places to find Native health information on the Internet. You will learn how to search for and acquire journal articles to find the latest research being done on conditions affecting Native populations. You will also find out where to get reliable consumer level information on such topics as traditional healing, environmental health, urban Indian health, tribal and U.S. government health resources, and other general Native health topics.
	Combating Information Fatigue: Health Information Resources for Veterans Contributed by: National Library of Medicine Link: http://nnlm.gov/training/veteranshealth/ 0 Click here to vote This course covers resources for finding information on general health conditions, mental health resources including those for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), family issues, substance abuse, amputations, support groups and more. Additionally, this class will prepare participants to find and assess other veterans’ health resources.
	Public Schools of North Carolina Contributed by: Public Schools of North Carolina Link: http://www.ncwiseowl.org/ 0 Click here to vote NC WiseOwl (NC Online Windows for Learning) has been providing online subscription resources for North Carolina schools. Their mission is to ensure that all NC public and charter school students have access to a collection of online resources for use in research projects and homework assignments, without regard to the economic status of their local school system.
	Caring for the Mind: Providing Mental Health Information at Your Library Contributed by: National Library of Medicine Link: http://nnlm.gov/training/consumer/caringforthemind... 0 Click here to vote Responding to questions involving topics on mental health is challenging even for the most experienced librarian. In \"Caring for the Mind\", participants will learn how to effectively provide mental health information at their libraries. Participants will learn about the best electronic resources to consult as well as ways to improve their print collections. Best approaches for handling interactions with emotional patrons will also be discussed. Other topics covered include: bibliotherapy; assessment/testing; and the future of mental health. This class will increase participants\' skills for providing mental health information for care providers and the public.
	Beginning DOCLINE Contributed by: National Library of Medicine Link: http://nnlm.gov/mcr/education/docline.html#A2 0 Click here to vote This 60 minute live online class covers the bare essentials of DOCLINE where the participants will have an increased understanding of the basic features of DOCLINE. The class is intended for beginning DOCLINE users. The instructor will give an overview of the layout of the DOCLINE window and will provide a brief description of some of the most commonly used features and their functions. Some of these features include: Your Institutional Record; Searching for other DOCLINE institutions; Adding to and updating items in your Serial Holdings: Viewing reports; and How to fill and make requests.
	¿No Comprende? Spanish Health Information Resources for English Speaking Librarians class description Contributed by: National Library of Medicine Link: http://nnlm.gov/training/nocomprende/ 0 Click here to vote Do you have a growing Latino population in your community? Do you need to quickly find health information in Spanish but don’t know where to look? Are the only words in your Spanish vocabulary burrito and gracias? If you answered yes to these questions, then this is the class for you. This 4-hour hands-on class will cover resources for learning basic medical and Internet Spanish vocabulary. You will also learn to evaluate and identify health websites in Spanish to which you can direct your patrons.
	Understanding Clinical Trials Contributed by: National Institutes of Health Link: http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/info/understand 0 Click here to vote Guide to understanding clinical trials.
	Glossary of Clinical Trial Terms Contributed by: National Institutes of Health Link: http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/info/glossary 0 Click here to vote Guide to help the consumer become familiar with many of the common terms used in clinical trials.
	Emerging Technologies in Adult Literacy Education Contributed by: Office of Vocational and Adult Education (OVAE) Link: http://lincs.ed.gov/publications/pdf/technology_pa... 0 Click here to vote This paper describes the potential contribution of emerging technologies to adult literacy and language education and the opportunities and challenges involved in incorporating these technologies into adult education programs.
	Literacy Information and Communication System Contributed by: Office of Vocational and Adult Education (OVAE) Link: http://lincs.ed.gov 0 Click here to vote The Literacy Information and Communication System, commonly referred to as LINCS, is a national dissemination, resource gathering, and professional development system providing information on a wide variety of literacy relevant topics, issues, and resources.
	Learning Round Table Contributed by: Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) Link: http://alalearning.org/2010/04/06/digital-literacy... 0 Click here to vote ALA's Learning Wiki
	American Association for Adult and Continuing Education (AAACE) Contributed by: American Association for Adult and Continuing Education (AACE) Link: http://www.aaace.org/mc/page.do?sitePageId=66232&o... 0 Click here to vote The mission AACE is to provide leadership for the field of adult and continuing education by expanding opportunities for adult growth and development.
	California's ICT Leadership Council Action Plan Report Contributed by: California Emerging Technology Fund (CETF) Link: http://www.cio.ca.gov/Government/Publications/pdf/... 0 Click here to vote Outlines a pathway/roadmap to digital literacy for the state of California.
	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.
	Finding Reliable Health Information Online Contributed by: National Human Genome Research Institute Link: http://www.genome.gov/11008303 0 Click here to vote How to find reliable health information online.
	NASA Digital Learning Network (DLN) Contributed by: The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Link: http://www.nasa.gov/offices/education/programs/nat... 0 Click here to vote DLN connects students and teachers with NASA experts and education specialists. You will find numerous modules in our Event Catalog for all grade levels. DLN events feature science, technology, engineering, and mathematics or STEM content that highlights NASA missions and research. All of our events are free. Register for interactive events listed in our catalog or watch our webcasts listed below.
	Interview Guide Contributed by: Monster.com Link: http://my.monster.com/Job-Profiles/GetProfile.aspx 0 Click here to vote Guide on interview preparation, questions, etiquette, and following up.
	Career Snapshots Contributed by: Monster.com Link: http://my.monster.com/Job-Profiles/GetProfile.aspx 0 Click here to vote Provides qualifications, skills, and duties of various careers.