Adult Technology Learning

Digital Navigation Services

Support for adults to achieve their learning goals in a professional and technology-assisted environment -- and it's free.

 

Stay tuned for updates on in-person Digital Navigation offerings, locations and hours.

Contact

Lina Bravo
Learning Coach
Workforce Services Coordinator

Hablo español

(401) 660-3344 cell - call/text
lbravo@provlib.org

Digital Navigation

Assistance for adults to develop digital skills, in a culturally diverse, multilingual learning community. Receive support from trained staff over the phone, Zoom, or in person. *

  • Access to the Internet and digital resources
  • Intake interview and needs assessment
  • Just-in-time workforce services
  • Basic computer skills
  • Mobile apps
  • Northstar Digital Literacy
  • Proctor assessments and tests
  • Referrals to community services and programs 

* We cannot repair devices, fix software, or handle viruses.

Providence Public Library is also an official Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment proctored testing site. By earning a Northstar certificate and digital badge, you will prove your knowledge and have a credential for employment (assessments are free and a photo ID is required.

Mobile Learning

Do you know you have a computer in your pocket?

That’s right! Your cell phone or smartphone can be used for mobile learning. 

What is mobile learning? 

Mobile learning is using a portable device such as a cell phone, tablet or laptop computer to learn. You can use your device to learn English, improve reading and math skills, or do activities to prepare for college or a new job.  

Resources you can use to learn include: 

  • Videos
  • Learning Apps
  • Online Courses
  • Audio Files such as Podcasts 
  • or a combination of all of the above!