The statewide build out continues for the iCALIFORNIA Digital Literacy flagship JobScout project with the California State Library. By year’s end the statewide scale up to all library locations will be complete.  Additionally, in 2013 we will launch the Spanish language pilot of the program, along with additional mobile applications.  Our new URL is www.myjobscout.org    Check it out, take some lessons and earn badges! Excellent feedback and modifications from trial locations has resulted in the following new features: New Dashboard: The MyJobScout page has received a “facelift” to better direct the user to key features as well as create a distinct and empowering image associated with the brand. The JobScout Social Network: The JobScout social network will allow users to connect with each other to share first-hand experience, techniques and tips on anything from creating a standout resume to interview tactics and even job opportunities. New Lesson Content: As the Internet continues to grow and expand, so will JobScout. New lessons are being developed to introduce users to even more tools for job search success. Upcoming lessons will focus on privacy and security, how to be more media savvy, social networking and how to find job opportunities online. The “One-Stop” Job Shop: : Beginning soon JobScout will be introducing a new feature called the “One-Stop Job Shop." Here users will be able to manage the entire application process from one place on JobScout   Buzz Kits: As a means of making JobScout more tangible, visible and available to librarians and their customers, “Buzz Kits” will be assembled and delivered to library branches equipped with essential informational papers and brochures, stickers and other fun items to hand out as well as posters and postcards to place in common areas. The Librarians’ Page: Librarians are a vital part to the success of JobScout. Our team wants to make all of the resources you need available to you at the click of a mouse. This new JobScout page is being designed with you in mind. The Librarian's Page is a resource to make your involvement in JobScout a simple and streamlined process. We want to put at your disposal as many educational tools and resources as possible. For instance, digital copies of all “Buzz Kit” materials will be made available for easy download. Lesson instructions will also be posted for print outs and lesson reviews. Make sure to find us online on Facebook and Twitter to share information and updates about JobScout.

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iCALIFORNIA Supports the Comcast Internet Essentials Project:

Conquering the Digital Divide: Closing the Broadband Opportunity Gap

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San Diego Gas and Electric supports JobScout for Area Libraries.