[PL-Directors] PLA Digital Literacy Workshop Incentive, Phase 2

[WEIBLE Arlene * SLO]

Due to the success of the 2022-2023 Digital Literacy Workshop Incentive, supported by AT&T<https://www.ala.org/pla/initiatives/digitalliteracy/incentive/cohort>, AT&T and PLA are offering a second expanded incentive opportunity for public libraries in 2023 which will again focus on the 8 core basic skilling subjects. It is designed to support library adoption of the PLA DigitalLearn training materials developed with support from AT&T. These materials are freely available at training.digitallearn.org<https://training.digitallearn.org/>. Applications will be accepted until June 2, 2023, 11:59 PM Central.

Libraries can apply for an incentive of $6000. Funds awarded are to be used to support the facilitation of one or more of the 8 approved DigitalLearn basic computer skilling workshops and to promote these AT&T co-created digital literacy courses. This opportunity requires the facilitation of in-person or online workshops using the DigitalLearn.org curriculum.

Workshop topics are limited to:

  *   Internet Basics<https://training.digitallearn.org/courses/internet-basics-new>
  *   Video Conferencing Basics<https://training.digitallearn.org/courses/video-conferencing-basics>
  *   Cybersecurity Basics<https://training.digitallearn.org/courses/cybersecurity-basics>
  *   Email Basics<https://training.digitallearn.org/courses/email-basics>
  *   Computer Basics (Windows 10)<https://training.digitallearn.org/courses/computer-basics-windows-10-87e0526c-b9a9-4d0b-9af2-e8db08ac85c0>
  *   Computer Basics (macOS 11)<https://training.digitallearn.org/courses/computer-basics-mac-os-11>
  *   Mobile Device Basics (Android)<https://training.digitallearn.org/courses/mobile-device-basics-android-3fad9150-4b30-4f5f-b175-3ed2c526a255>
  *   Mobile Device Basics (iOS)<https://training.digitallearn.org/courses/mobile-device-basics-ios-new>

Examples of how incentive funds may be used:

  *   Hire trainers to conduct workshops.
  *   Print handouts, certificates, and other learner materials for in-person trainings.
  *   Purchase project supplies (e.g., paper, post-its, printing, etc.).
  *   Purchase non-capital equipment to be used for training (e.g., computer and/or projector, smart board, tablets to be used for trainings).
  *   Advertise workshops and PLA and AT&T's digital literacy resources. Examples include outdoor banner, Facebook ads, Instagram ads, Google ads, radio ads, newspaper ads, billboards, and locally produced promotional videos.
  *   Purchase and distribute materials to promote DigitalLearn and your library's digital skills support. Examples include bookmarks, paper notebooks, flash drives, headphones, tee shirts, socks, calendars, water bottles, tote bags etc.
  *   Items to be used as a giveaway or free drawing. Examples include tablet, gift card or any of the items listed in the bullet above.
  *   Translate training materials into languages other English or Spanish.
  *   Rent a space for training (if needed and not held in a library).
  *   Provide snacks for attendees at in-person trainings.
  *   Provide transportation for attendees.
  *   Provide childcare for attendees.
  *   Hire translators or interpreters.
  *   Purchase PPE such as masks, hand and equipment sanitizer for in-person training.
  *   NOTE: funds cannot be used for e-rate eligible expenses<https://www.usac.org/e-rate/applicant-process/before-you-begin/eligible-services-list/>, such as broadband connections and maintenance. Please contact your state e-rate coordinator<https://www.ala.org/advocacy/e-rate-state-coordinators> if you have detailed questions.

The Oregon libraries receiving incentives in Phase 1 of the project include: Bandon Public Library, Ledding Library of Milwaukie, and Newberg Public Library.

An FAQ<https://www.ala.org/pla/initiatives/digitalliteracy/incentive/phaseii/faq> with more details about the program requirements and application process can be found on the PLA website: https://www.ala.org/pla/initiatives/digitalliteracy/incentive/phaseii


Arlene Weible, MLS (she/her/hers)
Electronic Services Consultant
Oregon Federal Regional Depository Coordinator
State Library of Oregon
arlene.weible at slo.oregon.gov<mailto:arlene.weible at slo.oregon.gov> | 503-378-5020 | http://www.oregon.gov/library/libraries
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