What is Digital Literacy?

“The ability to use information and communication technologies to find, evaluate, create, and communicate information, requiring both cognitive and technical skills.” – The American Library Association

Typing.com
Create a free account to learn how to type as well as improve your speed and accuracy.

Mousercise
Started by the Palm Beach County Library, Mousercise is a great explanation of how to use the mouse, including lots of hands-on practice and fun games. Perfect for the complete beginner.

GFC Learn Free
More than 90 tutorials on a variety of subjects; suitable for beginning and intermediate skill levels.

Digital Learn
Basic computer tutorials for beginners

Digital Literacy Assessment
Take free assessments on a variety of basic and intermediate computer skills to see what your strengths and weaknesses are.

Techboomers
Free videos and article tutorials on how to use popular websites like Netflix, Amazon and Gmail. Especially geared towards adult learners.

Virtual Privacy Lab
Started by the San José Public Library, this privacy lab allows users to learn about privacy topics and generate a custom privacy toolkit geared towards your online needs. Toolkits include links, tips, and resources that empower you to customize your online identity.

Microsoft Office Tutorials 
Free tutorials and trainings from Microsoft for a variety of their products.

Adobe Creative Cloud
Includes videos for the full Adobe creative suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, LightRoom and others. Suitable for beginners and intermediate students.

En Español

GCF Aprende Libre
Lessons in Spanish for academic and everyday purposes, such as: learning English, getting extra help with math, hobbies like digital photography, and increasing one’s digital literacy skills through exposure to lessons on all of MS office, iOS, and Android.

Typing.com
Create a free account to learn how to type as well as improve your speed and accuracy.