WEBINAR: Digital Opportunities and Barriers for Ontario's Disconnected Adults
Channel: AlphaPlus
Date: 2017-12-06

...a few takeaways for program development from a recently completed AlphaPlus project.

Wondering what the research says about equitable digital access and learning opportunities for the adults we work with?

AlphaPlus recently completed a comprehensive report focused on equitable access to technology for all Ontarians (http://alphaplus.ca/download/digital-opportunities-review/). During the webinar, Christine Pinsent-Johnson, one of the authors of the report, shares some highlights and a few takeaways that programs may find useful as they develop their own digital literacy workshops, courses and overall strategies. 

Topics include
• Highlights of Ontario's new digital transformation initiative (https://www.ontario.ca/page/digital-government) 
• An overview of who is digitally disconnected and why
• A comprehensive way to look at access that goes beyond connectivity and owning a device
• Examples of innovative programs and initiatives in Ontario and beyond
• Some considerations when developing initiatives that appeal to digitally disconnected and hesitant adults
• Potential barriers and opportunities LBS programs.

http://alphaplus.ca/event/digital-opportunities-barriers-ontarios-disconnected-adults/