Tools for Patrons:
Build Digital Skills Digital literacy are the foundational skills needed to understand and safely use digital devices, software, and the internet. Access the Digital Literacy course!
Get a free one-month trial of Office 365 and learn how to create and collaborate with productivity tools like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Start with six easy steps!
Participate Safely Online Get tips for protecting your privacy, using the internet safely and combating online bullying and harassment. Learn more.
Learn How to Code Give kids a hands-on experience with coding with Minecraft Hour of Code tutorials. Get started with Hour of Code.
Browse a catalog of computer science courses for students of all ages that go beyond the basics. Access computer science courses.
Sharpen Technical Skills Whether you’re just starting or an experienced tech professional, these technical hands-on learning modules can help you arrive at your goals faster, with more confidence and at your own pace. Get started!
DigitalLearn.org is PLA’s online hub for digital literacy support and training. Included in DigitalLearn.org is a collection of self-directed, video-based tutorials for end-users to increase their digital literacy skills. The modules help learners practice basic skills like using a mouse, creating an email address, navigating a website and more. Once learners have practiced the basics, they can move on to more specific topics to help them apply for a job, find health information, be productive, connect with friends and family, and to stay safe online. DigitalLearn.org provides intentional, foundational instruction to be taken at the pace of the learner anytime.
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