Description: The first guidebook specifically addressing the role of digital literacy in public libraries, this all-in-one resource explores the many services and resources provided by public libraries to close the digital divide and create more digitally inclusive communities, supporting readers in their own efforts.
Review Quotes:
"A particular strength of the book is the emphasis on professional identity, encouraging readers to see themselves as architects of digital services and platforms rather than simply stewards of physical collections. The work also equips readers with data-informed language to advocate for funding and institutional support. The included tools, such as checklists, survey instruments, and lesson plans, make this an excellent starting point for strengthening digital literacy efforts while remaining realistic about budget and staffing constraints ... An essential read for information professionals who want to move beyond basic computer help and toward a more strategic, program-driven practice."
-- Library Journal