This brief explains what digital literacy skills are and why they are important. It describes what skills students need for digital literacy and provides tips for integrating digital literacy in the adult education classroom.

Suggests that multimedia are designed for single, stand-alone computers. Provides strategies for trainers who are considering networking their multimedia workstations. (JOW)

The real advantage of electronic learning is the ability to transfer timely information from one computer to another instantaneously at minimal cost. That capability must be further developed in terms of training applications and learning. (JOW)

Looks at the growth of the Internet and its potential uses for trainers. Describes listservs and newsgroups that would be beneficial, the World Wide Web, and lists of resources that are helpful. Discusses the culture of the 'Net and training uses. (JOW)

Continuous learning is necessary in order to be successful in the labor market of the future. Implementing train-the-trainer programs is an efficient way to share company-specific skill and knowledge. (JOW)

Information, communication, and educational technologies hold promise to connect geographically isolated rural communities, offering adults greater access to educational, financial, and numerous other resources. The Internet and computer-based network technologies are often seen as remedies for communities in economic decline, but they also have…

The number of companies offering computer, soft skills, and management training has exploded in the last decade. The Internet has fragmented the training marketing, creating ne niches and reducing barriers to access. (JOW)

Information technology is not enough without knowledge management. People who oversee and support knowledge management are essential. The move to knowledge management systems may eclipse training and development unless trainers help people learn about learning and about sharing their knowledge. (JOW)

Telematics, the combined use of computers and telecommunications networks, is increasingly becoming part of the vocabulary of trade unions. Workers' organizations are using telematics for mailing lists, information dissemination, telecourses, and computer conferencing. (SK)

Describes distance technologies being used now, such as video networks, audiographic systems, the Internet and other computer networks, and interactive television. Suggests future needs: an increase in the level of interaction and more online support services. (SK)

During an epidemic of cattle disease, British farmers' needs for information and communication were served by the establishment of a network that enabled farmers to borrow computers, receive training, and access the Internet. The program served 1,675 farmers, who were largely older learners without computer experience. (SK)

This article is an annotated bibliography listing and describing 79 publications pertaining to Internet-based instruction. Articles focus on topics such as the following: new technologies for educators and trainers, distance teaching strategies, intranets, virtual classrooms, online college degrees, and electronic performance systems.…

Universities of the Third Age contribute both to individual well-being and national economies. One new direction is electronic networking and the World Wide Web. Although expensive to implement, this would have the potential of reaching even greater numbers of the aging population. (SK)

A survey of graduate students involved in distance education on North Dakota State University's Interactive Video Network included 80 on campus and 13 off. The instructional models rated most effective were role playing, simulation, jurisprudential (Socratic method), memorization, synectics, and inquiry. Direct instruction was rated least…

Discusses making community networking a reality for all citizens, noting ways to reduce the digital divide that segments computer use along socioeconomic lines. Lists 4 insights that may help in the design and implementation of community services devoted to computer access and training. Notes a website on community networking, and recent…