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Northstar Digital Literacy

Need tech training? Northstar Digital Literacy is an online platform that provides on-demand, interactive digital literacy training and assessments. Use it to evaluate your skills and set learning goals!

We currently offer Northstar at the following locations. Enroll with your preferred home branch. Once enrolled, you can login from any location on the Northstar main page.

Note that at Central Library you can earn a certificate if you pass an assessment under the supervision of a proctor.

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The modules offered are listed below.

Essential Computer Skills

  • Basic Computer Skills*
  • Internet Basics
  • Using Email
  • Windows
  • Mac OS

Essential Software Skills

  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Google Doc

Using Technology in Daily Life

  • Social Media
  • Information Literacy
  • Career Search Skills
  • Accessing Telehealth Appointments*
  • Your Digital Footprint
  • Supporting K-12 Distance Learning

*Spanish courses are also available.