Category Archives: 21st Century Skills

Digital Literacy Opportunities for All

Posted on October 6, 2011 by admin

By Susan Hildreth Director, IMLS A few months ago I had the opportunity to visit the public computer center at Coppin State University in Baltimore, MD for the unveiling of www.DigitalLiteracy.gov.  I am delighted that IMLS is a partner for … Continue reading →

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Get Involved in Your Community’s Early Learning Efforts! Compete for the 2012 All-America City Award!

Posted on September 26, 2011 by admin

By Susan Hildreth Director, IMLS Last spring, I attended the Washington DC launch of the Campaign for Grade-Level Reading. Spearheaded by the Annie E. Casey Foundation and a broad coalition of public/private organizations, including the National Civic League, the National … Continue reading →

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Singing Sashimi and Making a Robot with Mom: My Visit to the Future at Maker Faire

Posted on September 23, 2011 by admin

By Marsha Semmel Director of Strategic Partnerships, IMLS As I joined the crowds to enter last weekend’s World Maker Faire at the New York Hall of Science (NYSCI) in Queens, one of my first memorable encounters was with The Sashimi … Continue reading →

Posted in 21st Century Skills, Education Support, Environment and Energy, Museums, Libraries, and 21st Century Skills, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) | 3 Comments