Spotlight on IDEAL Member States

Arizona: Upskilling digital literacy through data-informed practices and engaging, standards-aligned instruction.

California: In the past year, OTAN has continued to lead the way in supporting California’s adult educators through initiatives like the two-year Digital Leadership Academy. This effort along with many others – our Digital Learning Guidance, statewide Canvas implementation, the continued development of various OTAN resources – has empowered educators to integrate technology effectively into their classrooms, leading to more engaging and barrier-free learning experiences for adult learners across the state.

Colorado: Advancing shared digital tools across WIOA and state partners to expand equitable access to adult learning statewide.

Connecticut: Advancing digital literacy by equipping adult educators with targeted professional development, coaching, and curated digital resources through Digital ATDN - ensuring educators have the tools and support needed to integrate digital literacy into instruction and empower all learners.

District of Columbia: IE&T+D Takes Flight in DC!

Kentucky: Leveraging digital tools to enhance and expand learning opportunities for Kentucky adults.

Louisiana: Cultivating a sense of belonging and communities of practice through professional development.

Maine: Increasing opportunities for Maine’s adult learners through access to high-quality blended, remote, or in-person instruction. 

Maryland: Expanding Access to adult learners throughout the state in navigating the best path forward for their educational and economic futures by seeking their high school diploma through modern systems engaging learners in multiple GED Options, adult high schools, and the integration of professional development tools.

Massachusetts: Promoting digital opportunity and digital literacy for all staff and students in Public Adult Education of Massachusetts.

Michigan: Expanding equitable access to instruction through innovative hybrid models and data-driven professional development to enhance digital literacy and learner outcomes.

Minnesota: Building practitioner skills and program capacity to implement relevant digital and distance learning opportunities for all learners.

New Hampshire: Increasing opportunities for adult education through flexible scheduling and multiple service delivery modes designed to meet the needs of adult learners.

New Mexico: launched a microlearning series, Tech Tuesday, which aims to introduce tech best practices.

Oregon: Promoting best practices in distance learning and digital literacy.

Pennsylvania: Supporting teachers and programs in adopting strategies to make distance education and digital literacy regular features of their service to students through the incorporation of PA Foundation Skills. 

Rhode Island: Rebuilding the state’s technology PD system to encourage a growth mindset and support RI practitioners in incorporating digital literacy instruction into all classroom routines!

South Carolina: Leveling up educators’ digital skills through targeted professional development to elevate instruction and enhance learner success. 

Tennessee: Returning digital literacy choices back to the programs and reimaging policies and support.

Texas: Texas is bridging the digital divide with unified standards, free resources, and innovative support, ensuring digital literacy for all.

Virginia: Providing comprehensive support for programs with an emphasis on delivering high-quality online instruction across diverse program types and educational levels.