Join Our Digital Learning Lab
We are excited to announce our newest Digital Learning Lab (DLL)! This year’s Lab will address the digital literacy skill gap and lack of connectivity in Chicago’s South and West side communities.
We are seeking 9 practitioners to participate in DLL. If you are innovative and looking to adopt digital literacy practices to your organization - join our movement!
All participating organizations will also receive a $5,000 stipend.
More Information
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Professional Development and Personal Growth
Collaboration and Networking
Shared Resources
Feedback and Support
Diverse Perspectives
Accountability
Research and Best Practices
Advocacy and Awareness
Leadership Opportunities
Improved Learner Outcomes
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1. Attend one meeting per month (approximately 60-90 minutes long)
2. Attend three all-day events from 10am - 3:30pm (project launch, project midpoint + project closing)
3. Work with at least 10 learners
4. Be willing to share project findings (lessons learned, learner success stories)
5. scaleLIT membership (click here to learn more about becoming a member)
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Three day-long DLL sessions will take place at Chase Bank - 6650 S Stony Island, Chicago
The DLL will be managed by Michael Matos, EdTech Director for scaleLIT. Michael has over twenty years of experience in adult education. He has trained and coached dozens of adult educators and organizations in implementing and expanding their use of technology in classrooms.
“By bridging the digital literacy gap, we unlock the potential of millions of individuals who can contribute to innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth.”
The DLL Core Elements Are:
A facilitated learning community for educators, trainers, and administrators to support, advise, and learn from each other and the resources they find valuable.
Support for educators, trainers, and administrators in effectively incorporating technology into the learning environment using Subject-Matter Experts (SMEs) and curating resources. Best practices are distributed through learning portals, social media, and presentations.
Capturing insights about the most effective digital tools, delivery models, and support strategies, which can then be shared everywhere.
About scaleLIT’s Digital Learning Lab
This year’s Lab will address the digital literacy skill gap and lack of connectivity in Chicago’s South and West side communities. It will be designed to meet the needs of individuals involved in the justice system. scaleLIT invites organizations to participate in a digital literacy learning community, attend cohort meetings, receive technical assistance, and access the Northstar Digital Literacy platform.
scaleLIT is undertaking this effort with generous support from
“Closing the digital divide is an important piece of inclusive economic growth. JPMorgan Chase is excited to support scaleLIT in working with organizations to improve their digital literacy offerings and, in turn, give their program participants a faster pathway to living-wage careers.”
