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2011 Digital Inclusion Forum

Thursday, November 3, 2011 from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM (CT)

Roseville, MN

2011 Digital Inclusion Forum

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2011 Digital Inclusion Forum

Hosted by the Technology Literacy Collaborative (TLC)


The digital divide affects us all and as we move further into a technology-based society, digital inclusion (DI) ensures that all individuals can participate fully in the economic, educational, civic and social activities of our communities.


At the Digital Inclusion Forum

  • Learn about the current state of digital inclusion (DI) in Minnesota, how we got here and how DI impacts your community
  • Learn new ways to improve and expand your public community technology program
  • Identify opportunities for continued involvement in DI
  •  Connect with other DI practitioners


Who should attend?  Staff, stakeholders and policy makers from:

Computer Labs

Libraries                                                              

Workforce Centers

Non-profit Organizations                             

Youth Organizations                      

Government     

Education                                                           

Business and Technology                            

…and anyone interested in learning more about Digital Literacy and Digital Inclusion!


Maps and Directions: http://education.state.mn.us/MDE/About_MDE/004657


Due to space limitations, registration is limited to the first 100 attendees.  The event will be recorded and made available on the TLC website.


Breakfast will be provided by Nexus Community Partners. Parking is free.


Hosted by the Technology Literacy Collaborative (TLC), http://tlc-mn.org

TLC contacts: http://tlc-mn.org/contact-information or info@tlc-mn.org


Proposed Program for the 2011 DI Forum:

Introduction to the Technology Literacy Collaborative

The State of Digital Inclusion and Why it Matters

Definition and Statistics the Gap

Review National Framework for Digitally Inclusive Communities

Digital Inclusion Work to Date

Breakout Sessions

            Digital Inclusion Practice: Sustaining your public technology services

            Digital Inclusion Policy: Northstar Digital Literacy Standards

Networking Session

Closing and Call for Action


Sponsoring organizations: City of Minneapolis, Division of State Library Services of the Minnesota Department of Education, Lifetrack Resources, Neighborhood House, Nexus Community Partners, Pillsbury United Communities, Project for Pride in Living and St. Paul Neighborhood Network.

 
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Minnesota Department of Education
Conference Center B
1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113

Thursday, November 3, 2011 from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM (CT)


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Hosted By

Technology Literacy Collaborative



 

 

The mission of the Technology Literacy Collaborative (TLC) is to promote digital inclusion.

TLC is a network of digital inclusion supporters committed to sharing best practices, advocating for technology and digital literacy skills and access, and promoting collaborative efforts. Community Technology Center (CTC), or, Public Computer Center (PCC), providers and others concerned about ensuring basic technology and digital literacy skills for all, use the TLC as a support network.

TLC meets regularly to increase communication and share resources among practitioners and policy-makers in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area and beyond. Discussion items might include: trends, new studies, emerging issues, upcoming events, program design collaboration, sharing resources, training, workforce development, and TLC committee work.