Digital Literacy Programs to Know About This Month

Birmingham Public Library is offering free Digital Literacy Summer Workshops in July 2026 for students in grades 3-8 at the Powderly, East Ensley and Smithfield branch locations, with sessions covering coding, artificial intelligence and 3D design.

Birmingham Public Library Computer Commons Schedule

The Birmingham Public Library Computer Commons runs basic computer classes every Tuesday at 11 a.m. and Thursday at 3 p.m. to build digital literacy. These sessions sit alongside one-on-one technology support and open computer access for residents seeking hands-on practice.

Alabama Extension Course for Older Adults

Alabama Extension programming offers the course Mastering the Digital Landscape: Online Basics for Older Adults. The classes help underserved communities gain digital literacy skills and can be customized for in-person delivery at local sites.

The Alabama Learning Exchange, known as ALEX, supplies free standards-based curriculum resources aligned with the Alabama Course of Study: Digital Literacy and Computer Science. These materials support K-12 educators and students across the state.

Alabama 4-H Tech Changemakers Initiative

Alabama 4-H trains youth as Tech Changemakers who then teach digital skills to underserved audiences of all ages. The program strengthens local digital literacy efforts by pairing trained young instructors with community groups needing support.

Residents can check branch calendars at the Powderly, East Ensley and Smithfield locations for workshop registration details. The Computer Commons sessions follow the fixed Tuesday and Thursday times listed above. Alabama Extension staff can adapt the older-adult course for specific community settings, while ALEX resources remain available online for educators. Alabama 4-H continues to recruit and prepare youth instructors through its established training pathway.