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Find the Right Digital Literacy Curriculum for Your Adult Learners
Posted on 12/09/2025
Digital literacy instruction is essential for many adult learners, but finding a curriculum that fits your students’ needs can sometimes be challenging.
Digital ATDN (Adult Training and Development Network), OTAN’s counterpart in Connecticut, has created a helpful resource to support that process. Their Digital Literacy Curricula page compares three widely used programs:
- DART (Digital Access and Resilience in Texas)
- Northstar Digital Literacy
- Google Applied Digital Skills
Using the BRIDGES Digital Skills Framework, Digital ATDN provides an overview and practical recommendations to help educators make informed decisions. They've also created a one-page Digital Literacy Curriculum Guide, a visual flowchart that helps instructors consider which curriculum may be the best fit based on factors such as:
- CASAS scores
- Device access and experience
- Comfort with technology
- Digital skills readiness
- Learning preferences
- Experience with independent online learning
This tool supports educators in aligning learners with the digital literacy program that best matches their strengths, needs, and learning contexts.
While you’re exploring the Digital ATDN website, you’ll also find a wide range of additional resources, including:
- AI tools for adult education
- ESL, HSD, and college-and-career readiness materials
- Digital navigator information
- Edtech planning and instructional support tools
If you’re selecting or updating your program's digital literacy offerings, these resources can provide valuable guidance and clarity.
