Learn about Northstar, a free resource for public libraries
Northstar is a digital literacy skill-building and testing platform
The State Library of North Carolina offers access to Northstar to all public libraries and their community members. Northstar offers digital literacy coursework and certificates in three main areas:
Essential Computer Skills - Basic Computer Skills, Internet Basics, Using Email, Windows OS, Mac OS
Essential Software Skills – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs
Using Technology in Daily Life - Social Media, Information Literacy, Career Search Skills, Accessing Telehealth Appointments, Supporting K-12 Distance Learning, Your Digital Footprint.
Join us October 25 at 2pm to learn how two libraries are using Northstar at their organizations to help community members gain digital literacy skills needed for education and employment.
Speakers:
Amy Weber and Kelli Goodwin, Iredell County Public Library
Ulonda Slaughter, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
Questions? Contact Amanda Johnson to learn more.
Access to Northstar is made possible through Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS grant number LS-253645-OLS-23).