Digital ConnectorsContributed by: One Economy Link: http://www.connectorsclub.org/ Click the title to vote From its inception, One Economy recognized not only the natural affinity for technology among young people, but also their potential for spreading technology knowledge and creating a culture of use in their neighborhoods. One Economy's Digital Connectors program identifies talented young people, immerses them in technology training, and helps them build their leadership and workplace skills to enter the 21st century economy. |
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Digital Literacy CorpsContributed by: Net Literacy Link: http://www.digitalliteracycorps.org/DLC-P4.html Click the title to vote Non-profit organization was founded by a middle school student. To date, over 1000 students from middle schools, high schools and colleges have volunteered to repurpose computers or teach in their communities and provide extensive one-on-one training for those who were formerly on the wrong side of the digital divide. |
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Net ConnectorsContributed by: One Economy Link: http://pic.tv/netconnectors/ Click the title to vote A non-profit organization that leverages the power of technology and connects underserved communities around the world to vital information that will improve their lives. |
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Google.com Advanced SearchContributed by: Link: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/nybbexpress/curri... Click the title to vote A one-page reference guide on how to use the Advanced Search function of Google. |
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Sites for Parents, Caregivers, Teachers & OthersContributed by: Association for Library Service to Children Link: http://www.ala.org/gwstemplate.cfm?section=greatwe... Click the title to vote Links to Web sites specifically geared for parents, caregivers, teachers and others to help them teach children to surf safely and find carefully reviewed educational Web resources. |
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Technology Trainer CompetenciesContributed by: Colorado State Library Link: http://coloradovirtuallibrary.org/btop/content/tec... Click the title to vote The Colorado State Library developed a set of core competencies that libraries could look to as a guide for developing their staff, volunteers or partners into qualified, competent technology trainers. The goal was to address the ever-growing responsibility of library staff to not only assist, but also to instruct the public in various technology skills. |
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Facebook DictionaryContributed by: Link: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/nybbexpress/curri... Click the title to vote A guide to understanding terms used on Facebook. |
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Basic InternetContributed by: Link: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/nybbexpress/curri... Click the title to vote A one-page reference guide that explains the web browser tool bar and Google basics. |
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Basic Computer TerminologyContributed by: Link: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/nybbexpress/curri... Click the title to vote A one-page reference guide that explains basic computer terms. |
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Google Mail (Gmail) TutorialContributed by: Tech Goes Home Link: http://www.techgoeshome.org/index/876869 Click the title to vote Tutorial on how to use Gmail. Gmail, or Google Mail, is a free electronic communications suite featuring email, chat, video chat, calendar, an office suite, and much more. This will help you create a gmail account and send your first email. |
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Basic Computer SkillsContributed by: Fast Forward New Mexico Link: http://fastforwardnm.org/sites/default/files/Level... Click the title to vote Tutorial on basic computer skills including the basic parts of a computer, components of a computer, how to use a mouse. Part Two provides a tutorial on Microsoft Word. |
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Advanced EmailContributed by: Connect Your Community Link: http://www.connectcommunity.org/2010/09/27/module-... Click the title to vote Advanced email including attachments and contacts in an address book. Email example is Gmail but module can be modified for alternate web based email. |
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Broadband ServicesContributed by: Connect Your Community Link: http://www.connectcommunity.org/2010/09/26/module-... Click the title to vote Introduction to broadband providers, service packages and speeds. Module must be customized with local information. |
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An Introduction to Viruses and SpywareContributed by: Connect Your Community Link: http://www.connectcommunity.org/2010/09/26/module-... Click the title to vote An introduction to viruses and spyware, what they are and how to avoid them. |
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Basic Hardware Training (Anatomy of a Computer)Contributed by: Connect Your Community Link: http://www.connectcommunity.org/2010/09/24/module-... Click the title to vote This is about the basic hardware, or anatomy of a computer. |
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Keyboard Basics Training--Spanish ModuleContributed by: Connect Your Community Link: http://www.connectcommunity.org/2010/10/27/spanish... Click the title to vote A training on how to use the computer keyboard in Spanish. |
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Helping Older Adults Search for Health Information: A Toolkit for TrainersContributed by: Link: http://nihseniorhealth.gov/toolkit/toolkit.html Click the title to vote Resource developed by the National Institute on Aging. Use these free, easy-to-use training materials to help older adults find reliable, up-to-date online health information on their own. |
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Making Your Website Senior FriendlyContributed by: Link: http://www.nia.nih.gov/health/publication/making-y... Click the title to vote This tip sheet offers research-based guidelines that can help create websites that work well for older adults, the fastest-growing group of Internet users. |
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CNS Effective PracticesContributed by: Corporation for National and Community Service (CNS) Link: http://www.nationalserviceresources.org/effective-... Click the title to vote CNS effective practices: good ideas, successful strategies, and studied findings to help volunteer programs thrive. |
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CNS Online CoursesContributed by: Corporation for National and Community Service (CNS) Link: http://www.nationalserviceresources.org/online-cou... Click the title to vote CNS provides online courses on a wide variety of topics designed specifically to help strengthen national service programs. |