Resources

MSU partnered with IMLS, Indiana State University (ISU), and the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) to develop research-based, open-source artificial intelligence (AI) modules for public libraries. Library staff can ...

CML offers a variety of free and paid resources that educators can use to build students' media literacy skills and integrate media literacy education into their classrooms. 

NASA's Museum and Information Education (MIE) Alliance is a community of practice designed for educators who work at science centers, youth groups, camps, museums, parks, and similar institutions. The Alliance provides science lit...

This AARP webpage is full of practical guidance to help older adults spot scams and fraud and take action to protect themselves.

USDA's Cooperative Extension System is a nationwide, non-credit educational network that provides non-formal higher education and learning activities to farmers, ranchers, communities, youth, and families. The network offers a var...

This report from OECD presents an analytical framework to help countries design policies to respond to the rising threat of disinformation. It explores strategies to enhance the transparency, accountability, and plurality of infor...

Library and public health professionals can read this article to get examples of how libraries can support public preparedness and learn how the DLDI supports partnerships between libraries, public health workers, and relevant org...

Educators can use this collection of WSJ articles and discussion questions to build high school and college students' critical thinking skills using real-world examples.

Educators can add NOAA's extensive ocean and climate literacy framework and materials to their curricula to build K-12 students' understanding of how our oceans and climate affect us – and how we affect them.

CFPB offers a wide range of publications that can be downloaded or ordered at no cost. You can get materials on topics like credit, mortgages, fraud, and more for a wide variety of audiences, from kids to older adults.  ...

ALL IN's Grand Challenge provides news and information to support professionals in working toward a future where every adult can easily access high-quality, effective support to improve their digital and other literacy skills – re...

ALA's Reference & User Services Association (RUSA) created these guidelines and best practices to support library professionals in creating, implementing, and evaluating financial literacy programming – including recommended p...

Through this curated collection of professional development resources, ALA provides library professionals with tools, information, and best practices to support financial literacy in the communities their libraries serve. ...

This detailed guide from Consumer Reports equips consumers with information about trends in scams and tips for how to recognize scams involving phone calls, emails, texts, social media, and more.

The Teaching Skills that Matter in Adult Education project offers resources to help educators incorporate critical literacy skills into adult learning programs. This library of financial literacy resources includes lesson plans on...

The Museum of American Finance offers a variety of educational materials, including class activities, descriptions, and outlines. High school juniors and seniors can also sign up to participate in a 5-session, free personal financ...

NNLM offers regional grant opportunities to fund health literacy programs. Explore current and previous projects funded by NNLM, review frequently asked questions about the grants, and reach out to NNLM for a funding consultation....

This comprehensive guide to AEFLA includes everything state and local organizations need to know to understand and access funding for building employment skills — including information and digital literacy skills. Get links to rel...

This accessible webpage from HUD walks consumers through the process of buying a home with step-by-step guidance. Consumers can learn about budgeting and shopping for a home, state and federal homebuying programs, housing loan opt...

This CFPB webpage teaches consumers to prevent, recognize, and report common types of scams and financial fraud schemes. Consumers can explore how-to guides, recorded webinars, easy-to-understand explanations of financial terms, a...

Northstar Digital Literacy is a paid subscription service that provides education on basic computer, software, and technology skills for job seekers. Subscribing institutions can access Northstar's online digital literacy-focused ...

This interactive SSA webpage can help community members plan for their financial needs in retirement and make informed decisions about Social Security. Consumers can estimate their monthly Social Security benefit amount and learn ...

This workshop, facilitated by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, explored approaches to addressing disinformation and its harmful effects on society. Watch recorded presentations on topics including tec...

The Program Evaluation Toolkit outlines a step-by-step process for assessing the implementation and outcomes of local, state, and federal programs. The toolkit can help professionals in a variety of educational settings create a l...

Illinois Civics Hub's Curriculum Toolkits offer practical and inclusive strategies for teaching civics to students in grades K-12. Topics include media literacy, voting and elections, simulating democratic processes in the classro...