Welcome to the digital literacy resources page powered by our Eisner Opportunity Lab!

What is Digital Literacy?

Digital literacy means having the skills you need to live, learn, and work in a society where communication and access to information is increasingly through digital technologies like internet platforms, social media, and mobile devices.

We believe it’s important to empower and equip everyone with the knowledge and skills to use technology, safely and smartly. In addition to in-person workshops and support through our Eisner Opportunity Lab, below are free resources to increase your digital literacy.

And remember, using computers, smart phones, and digital applications is a skill, so practice is the only way to get better! Spending just 10 minutes per day on developing and improving your digital skills is a great way to increase your confidence on a computer.

Computer Basics

Computers & the Internet

new to computers? start here

  • Computer Basics: If you’re new to computers, start with these free lessons to learn about the hardware, buttons and more

  • Basic Computer Skills: Continue building your foundational skills with these lessons and finish with a quiz to test your knowledge

Pc vs. mac: Learn about operating systems

  • Windows Basics: Learn how to navigate, find and send files, use shortcuts, and do more on a Windows computer

  • MacOS Basics: Learn how to use a Mac operating system, find files and learn common MacOS applications

Learn about the Internet & navigating it safely

  • Internet Basics: Learn how to get online, browse websites, and finish with a quiz to test your knowledge

  • Internet Safety: Use these lessons to learn about protecting yourself and your privacy online

Smart Phones & Tablets

  • iPhone Basics: In this series of lessons, learn how to get started with your iPhone, apps, personalize your settings and more

  • Android Basics: In this series of lessons, learn how to get started with your Android phone, apps, settings and more

  • iPad Basics: With these free lessons, learn the basics of operating and getting the most out of the Apple iPad tablet

Eisner opportunity lab workshops

Our Lab hosts free, in-person workshops and classes throughout the year. Click here to access and download a collection of our past workshops, complete with the presentation and handouts.

Sites We Recommend

Developing your digital literacy skills does not have to cost you money! Here are a few of our favorite websites you can access for free to improve your computer skills.

Northstar Digital Literacy

Northstar is designed to provide you with skills you need to navigate this digital world. Create a free account to learn computer basics, take free online assessments, and complete lessons in English or Spanish. You can also earn certificates to show your skills and get the job you want! Learn basic computer skills, Microsoft programs, and more.

Metrix Learning

Through SkillUp Monmouth, county residents can sign up for a free Metrix Learning account. Metrix Learning is an e-learning site, designed to help you evaluate your current skills, get training, and search for jobs. It’s accessible 24/7 from any computer with internet and users can take an unlimited amount of courses to learn programs and earn career certifications.

Additional Resources

A few of our favorite books

Looking to learn but prefer paper? Check out these books from the library today!