Article
Program Design: Tutor-Facilitated Digital Literacy Acquisition
Research Briefs and Case Studies
Sponsor
This research was supported by a National Leadership Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services to Portland State University (LG-06-11-0340-11).
Document Type
Research Brief
Publication Date
1-1-2015
Subjects
- Literacy programs -- Design,
- Adult literacy,
- Computer assisted instruction,
- Digital divide,
- Tutors and tutoring
Disciplines
Abstract
The Tutor Facilitated Digital Literacy Acquisition Brief highlights the importance of tutors in a digital literacy acquisition program and points to some specific ways tutors were able to support learners. The Research Briefs series highlight key findings about how underserved adults acquire digital literacy skills, and include quotes from participants and practitioners. The Briefs are designed to be accessible by practitioners, program administrators, and policy makers to inform and enhance digital literacy programs.
Persistent Identifier
http://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/16202
Citation Information
Castek, J., Jacobs, G., Pendell, K., Pizzolato, D., Reder S., & Withers, E. (2015). Program Design: Tutor-Facilitated Digital Literacy Acquisition (Digital Literacy Acquisition in Brief). http://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/16202
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