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DigitalLearn.org
Website: Public Library Association
https://www.digitallearn.org
An online hub for digital literacy support and training developed by the Public Library Association with support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Tutorials on various digital literacy and technology topics are provided in English and Spanish.The site also offers a robust suite of resources and tools for library staff and other educators to use for community training. Instructional design training and blank templates allow the user to create their own courses.
GCFLearnFree.org, 2018
Website: Goodwill Community Foundation
http://www.gcflearnfree.org
This website offers 125 free tutorials with lessons, videos, and interactive elements on technology and life skills topics.
EveryoneOn.org
Website: EveryoneOn
http://everyoneon.org
EveryoneOn is a national nonprofit group working to eliminate the digital divide by making high-speed, low-cost Internet service, computers, and free digital literacy courses accessible to all unconnected Americans. The website information is available in English and Spanish.
iConnect: Skills for Working with Internet Beginners
Website: Community College of Vermont
http://vtrural.org/programs/e-vermont/toolkit/internet-basics
Vermont's iConnect is training to improve skills for working with Internet beginners. The training helps participants communicate effectively and efficiently as they walk beginners through specific online tasks. It also shows participants how to connect beginners with the resources they need to continuing learning and become comfortable navigating the online world on their own.