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FCC Chairman Addresses Role of Libraries in Digital Literacy

Posted on 02/12/2013

In a video released at the American Library Association Midwinter Meeting in Seattle, Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius Genachowski thanked librarians and library supporters for their role in supporting digital literacy. The ALA and the Institute of Museum and Library Services worked with Chairman Genachowski and FCC staff members to support broadband adoption–with a focus […]

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Public Libraries: A Lifeline to Technology Resources

Posted on 02/12/2013

New ALA Report “U.S. Public Libraries and BTOP” Shares Community Impacts Today, the American Library Association (ALA) Office for Information Technology Policy released “U.S. Public Libraries and BTOP,” a new report (pdf) that details U.S. library engagement with the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP). The preliminary report is the first of its kind to highlight […]

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Digital Learning Day

Posted on 02/06/2013

February 6, 2013, is Digital Learning Day, which means that teachers, librarians and national organizations will collectively celebrate Digital Learning Day 2013, a day to recognize educators and librarians who create inspirational learning opportunities for young people by integrating technology use and practices in and out of the classroom. The American Library Association will support […]

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ALA President, Secretary Hillary Clinton Sign “Declaration of Learning”

Posted on 01/30/2013

Today, American Library Association (ALA) President Maureen Sullivan joined Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, along with twelve government agencies and organizations, to sign the “Declaration of Learning,” a statement that formally announces their partnership as members of the Inter-Agency Collaboration on Learning. Signed on the Treaty of Paris Desk at the Department of State […]

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