Digital Literacy/Northstar
Recent Newsletter Articles
2026 Language & Literacy Institute: Registration Now Open!
Join us for the 2026 Language & Literacy (virtual) Institute on January 29-30, 2026! This two-day conference offers language and literacy-related workshops that you will NOT want to miss, including featured presentations by Jayme Adelson-Goldsten, Betsy Parrish, and Michelle Benegas. If you teach any aspect of language and literacy—at any level—this event is for you! Read More
The Human Library Experience at LESLLA 2025: Centering Learner Voices Through Identity Texts
At the 2025 LESLLA Conference in Québec City, attendees took part in a Living Human Library, where LESLLA learners from Québec shared identity texts created with support from their teacher and a Université Laval research team. Learners presented personal stories highlighting their languages, backgrounds, and lived experiences. The space became a lively hub of dialogue, curiosity, and cultural exchange. Read More
Using Google Slides to Make Flashcards
Looking for inspiration on incorporating meaningful digital literacy opportunities into your class? Look no further! This is a follow-up to the "Differentiated Digital Literacy Instruction" webinar at the Digital Learning Institute. Read More
Best Practices in Digital Learning Cohort: Application Now Open!
This professional development opportunity will support ABE teachers, staff, and administrators in setting learners up for success in asynchronous distance learning and synchronous online class formats. We’ll cover new readings and resources as well as best practices in digital education, digital equity, learner orientation, ongoing digital navigation/tech support, and instruction and assessment. Read More
Digital Learning Institute: Coming October 3!
See what we've got in store for the Digital Learning Institute on Friday, October 3! This free and virtual event is open to all ABE staff and volunteers. Read More
Apply to Host an AmeriCorps Digital Navigator
The Digital Navigation Corps project addresses the digital equity crisis by placing members as Digital Navigators to help people overcome barriers to connectivity, device access and digital literacy. Minnesota Adult Education programs can apply now to host an AmeriCorps Digital Navigator in 2026! Applications are due September 1, 2025. Read More
Digital Equity Act Update: What Does It Mean for MN Adult Education?
$12 million in Digital Equity Act funds will be coming to Minnesota starting in 2025. Is your adult education program ready to apply and make use of these funds? Read More
Snowplows for Digital Literacy!
If you could use a good laugh right about now, check out MnDOT's Name a Snowplow Contest through this Friday, February 7. Even better, use this website as a fun opportunity to practice digital literacy skills with learners! Read More
Teachers Don’t Pay Teachers – Digital Learning Resources for You!
Check out some fantastic resources created by participants in the Best Practices in Digital Education cohort! Resources include a Distance Learning Resource Guide, a Technology Checkout form, a Chromebook Request form, a Google Meet Guide for Learners, and many others. Read More
Northstar Adds New Features, Resources, and Spanish Translations
Proactively meeting learner needs for digital literacy skills continues to become ever more central to our work as educators, given the continued expansion of the online world into every facet of life. Northstar Digital Literacy continues to innovate and develop new features to assist teachers and students. Read More