Monthly Archives: October 2011

Connect to Compete: FCC Launches Digital Literacy Coalition

Posted on October 17, 2011 by admin

By Susan Hildreth Director, IMLS If all goes according to FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski’s plan, libraries are going to have a lot of help closing “America’s digital skills gap.” On October 12, I participated in the unveiling of Connect to … Continue reading →

Posted in Broadband, Director's Messages | 1 Comment

It’s Not Speed Dating, but Poster Sessions Do Have Many Benefits

Posted on October 13, 2011 by kmiller

By Michele Farrell Senior Library Program Officer, IMLS I love poster sessions.  I can see what new ideas are being tried and have a quick word with the researcher.  Time is so tight at conferences and waiting to speak to … Continue reading →

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R&D: Rip Off and Duplicate!

Posted on October 11, 2011 by admin

By Connie Bodner Senior Program Officer, IMLS Several IMLS staff traveled to Richmond, VA on September 14-17 to attend the American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) annual meeting. Each fall, devoted and passionate members of this group, representing … Continue reading →

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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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