Digital Inclusion, Teens, and Your Library

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"Farmer discusses the problems that libraries must resolve to serve all teens, considers teens' technological needs as well as their perceptions of technology, and describes ways to help them become computer literate. She also shares inspiring examples of successful library programs and services." - American Libraries "This book helps identify at-risk youth in need of technology access and education. Farmer provides an action plan for libraries to help connect teens that are under-served. She suggests libraries be a connection to resolve the gap between teens with access to technology and those that do not have access or training. This is a good reference book for librarians that need more information identifying teens and evolving them in the digital age. Novice librarians or those that want continued professional development to better serve their communities and schools may find this book an intersting read. . . . Recommended." - Library Media Connection "The digital divide is a disturbing reality, and teens increasingly fall into distinct categories of technology haves and have-nots, whether or not computers are available to them in the schools. Today's librarians are in a unique position to help bridge the gap. This guide helps librarians to identify tech-nots--technologically disadvantaged teens--in a community or school and reach out and build information literacy in underserved teen populations. . . . Citing benchmark programs and services from around the country, Farmer offers a wealth of exciting new ways for libraries to connect with at-risk teens today." - Adolescence "For today's teens, information literacy skills are critical. In this book, Farmer adresses the inequality of access to technology among young adults and how libraries can provide a bridge across the digital divide. . . . A useful resource for public or school librarians serving at-risk teens." - Booklist/Professional Reading