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Digital Literacy Train the Trainer

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About the Program

Funded by a grant from Louisville Metro Government, this free online program is designed to prepare individuals to become digital literacy trainers in their communities. Participants will build essential skills in areas such as virtual collaboration tools, conversational AI, data analytics, and form-based data collection.

The program supports those looking to grow professionally—whether transitioning to a new career, pursuing advancement, or simply expanding their digital fluency. In addition to earning valuable micro-credentials, participants will receive expert instruction, engage in peer feedback, and receive a $500 stipend upon completion.

With over 100 community educators already trained, this initiative aims to increase digital competence across all 26 Metro Louisville districts and foster a network of empowered trainers who can share knowledge within their own communities.

Eligibility requirements

Participation in the Digital Literacy Train the Trainer program is limited to individuals who live or work within the Louisville Metro area.

Participants must be 18 years or older.

University of Louisville faculty, staff, and students are not eligible to enroll in this program, due to potential conflicts of interest arising from the stipend paid at the program's conclusion.

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If you are affiliated with UofL and are interested in learning the digital skills offered by this program, please visit our Learn page or contact us at digtrans@louisville.edu for alternative options and resources available to you. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to assisting you in your digital literacy journey.

During this program, you will

Learn how to use Digital Transformation Center resources

Receive $500 stipend upon completion of the program

Earn four or more badge micro-credentials from Microsoft Learn

Develop training materials on one or more of the digital topics

Train community learners on the chosen topic

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Free virtual info sessions

Curious about which course to choose or how the program works? Join our virtual info sessions to learn more, meet the team, and get your questions answered.

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Our comprehensive curriculum focuses on the following digital skills:

Virtual collaboration tools (Microsoft Teams)

Microsoft Teams is an all-in-one workspace designed for real-time communication and collaboration. It allows users to chat, meet, share files, and work on documents together—all in a single platform that helps teams stay connected and organized.

Conversational Artificial Intelligence (Chat GPT)

ChatGPT is an AI-powered tool that can generate human-like responses, assist with writing, automate tasks, and support learning. In this module, you’ll explore how conversational AI is transforming communication, productivity, and innovation.

Forms data collection (Microsoft Forms)

Microsoft Forms lets you easily create surveys, quizzes, and polls. You’ll learn how to collect responses in real time, analyze results with built-in tools, and use the insights to inform decision-making and streamline data collection efforts.

Data analytics (Microsoft Power BI)

Power BI is a data visualization tool that turns raw information into interactive reports and dashboards. This module introduces key data concepts, showing you how to import, clean, and present data to support organizational goals and insights.

Steps to complete the program and earn $500

1

Complete the online training

Go through the DLT3 learning modules on topics like virtual collaboration, data analytics, forms, and conversational AI.

2

Choose a topic to teach

Select one of the tools you learned and create a short presentation or hands-on session to train others in your community.

3

Train 10 community members

Host a training session and help at least 10 people improve their digital skills using the content you prepared.

4

Receive your $500 stipend

Submit your participation documentation and earn $500 for your work as a community digital literacy trainer.

2025 cohort schedule

All cohort orientations are held on Microsoft Teams
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Contact us about this program

Phone

502-852-8087

Email

digtrans@louisville.edu

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A strategic partnership with Louisville Metro Government

Louisville Metro Government (LMG) has prioritized the spending and dissemination of workforce development funding. It understands that Louisville can only be restored to its full potential by embracing the city’s population in its entirety without marginalization. Louisville Metro Government established several priority areas and goals, including Digital Literacy! The DTC is honored to enact a comprehensive workforce development strategy to boost digital literacy throughout all 26 districts in Metro Louisville. Empowering communities with crucial digital skills is essential to foster economic growth.