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LINCS. L iteracy I nformation a N d C ommunication S ystem. A service of the National Institute For Literacy. Why the Internet. Offers the potential for “anytime” access Links to a variety of information and resources Timeliness – get the most up to date information
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LINCS • Literacy • Information • aNd • Communication • System A service of the National Institute For Literacy
Why the Internet • Offers the potential for “anytime” access • Links to a variety of information and resources • Timeliness – get the most up to date information • The potential to maximize time and financial resources.
Where can I find the information I need? • Search engines • Discussion lists • Existing Programs • And …
LINCS Offers:The LINCS Searches • Materials search • Global search • America’s Literacy Directory • Discussion list search • Grants database search http://www.nifl.gov/lincs/search/search.html
LINCS Offers:Special Collections and Discussion Lists • English as a Second Language • Family Literacy • Learning Disabilities • Workplace Education • Equipped for the Future • Technology Training • Science and Numeracy • And more… http://www.nifl.gov/lincs/collections/collections.html http://www.nifl.gov/lincs/discussions/discussions.html
LINCS Offers:Resources for the Adult Literacy Field • Students • Instructors • Program Administrators
LINCS Partners • Supported by the Southern LINCS Regional Technology Center • Offer materials, training and technology support to each state • Offer communication and other technology tools through out each state • http://slincs.coe.utk.edu