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Digital Literacy Public Forums
By admin | March 6, 2012
The digital divide between those who can get online and those who cannot has become a 21St century public policy issue. Broadband Rhode Island (BBRI), an initiative of the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation, has developed a Digital Literacy Program focused on increasing the adoption rate of those who do not know how to use the Internet. According to a federal study on Broadband Adoption and Use, roughly 1/3 of Americans are completely “offline” and may need hands-on basic digital literacy instruction. They are typically seniors, non-English speakers, residents of urban core cities, or people with disabilities.
BBRI has developed a basic hands-on curriculum as part of its Digital Literacy Program and tested it in several Rhode Island libraries. Learn more about this initiative and connect with a practical approach to increase Digital Literacy in your community. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with others working on this movement and to become part of an ‘ecosystem’ of trainers, venues for training, and community partners to mobilize those who need access to free interactive and supportive programs.
Volunteers are being sought in three areas:
- Become a trainer
- Offer you site as a training venue with computers
- Be a community partner to spread the word and facilitate getting Rhode Islanders connected to programs
Learn more about the BBRI’s Digital Literacy program at the following upcoming forums, and feel free to post the forum flyer at your library. Space is limited, so register now!
March 13, 2012 8:30- 10:30 am
Blackstone Valley Tourism CouncilMarch 15, 2012 8:30- 10:30 am
The Met (school) Black Box TheatreWHAT: These public community forums will offer you a basic turnkey curriculum and approach to train the general public. At this forum you will meet others working on this initiative and particpate in building a capacity network — an ecosystem of trainers, venues for training and community partners. The objective is to build a network that will supply or direct those who are in need to free digital literacy training programs.
WHY: While the Internet has transformed our world, we all know that too many people we serve are part of the digital divide. BBRI is working hard to support community organizations that provide some type of digital literacy training. Here’s an opportunity to discover how we can enhance your current programs. Join us for a forum where you’ll meet your peers, learn about the Broadband RI resources available to you, and brainstorm ways we can all work together!
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