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Acquire Digital Literacy Skills with Selover Public Library’s Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment and Computer Basics Class

Acquire Digital Literacy Skills with Selover Public Library’s Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment and Computer Basics Class

by | Feb 24, 2023

In an increasingly digital world, it is becoming increasingly important for adults to understand the basics and complexities of computers. Employers expect employees to possess basic computer skills, so some community members are disadvantaged when seeking employment. Recognizing this need, Selover Public Library offers the Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment to help adults acquire the skills needed to be competitive in today’s job market. It trains the Northstar patrons with the knowledge they need to find jobs and succeed in their careers.

We hope the Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment will open up opportunities for our patrons to get the jobs they want and create a more economically prosperous community. Everyone should have access to the same information and educational resources, regardless of their financial means, and we are proud to be a part of making this possible.

MOTT (Training Lab)

A Mission to Help Patrons

Every adult should have the opportunity to learn and grow, and we’re committed to helping our patrons reach their goals. Therefore, Selover Public Library is proud to provide this valuable assessment as part of our mission: To improve lives through education, knowledge sharing, and access to resources. So take advantage of this opportunity and sign up for the Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment today!

The free set of assessments provides a comprehensive collection of self-directed learning modules. It is to help people acquire the essential computer and software skills they need in today’s digital world. The modules cover computer skills, internet basics, social media usage, information literacy, and creative job search: closed-captioning and supported screen readers for those needing additional learning assistance.

Computer Basics Class

Northstar’s Computer Basics Class Part 1 is the perfect introduction to computers for new users. On Monday, February 27, from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm, students can learn about computers in Mott Training Lab—a specialized group-use facility. During this hands-on class, participants will learn the basics of computers. We’ll cover operating systems, file and folder organization, mouse/keyboard skills, and basic typing skills.

This class is the first two-part series to help prepare participants to use computers confidently and independently. Take advantage of this informative and fun opportunity to learn about computers!

At Selover Public Library, we dedicate ourselves to providing our patrons with the tools and resources to succeed. It will help them find jobs and feel more confident in this increasingly digital world. Additionally, we offer Computer Basics Class Part 1 as an introductory course on computers for new users. With these two programs combined, it’s easy for anyone to gain the knowledge needed to compete in today’s job market! We hope you take advantage of this opportunity and sign up soon—it could make all the difference when looking for employment.

So take advantage of this chance to learn and grow. Sign up for the Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment or register for Computer Basics Class Part 1 today! We look forward to helping you reach your goals. Good luck in your learning journey! With our mission To improve lives through education, knowledge sharing, and access to resources, we will take this opportunity to help and equip for future opportunities. For registration – Click here