Free 12 academic-hour training sessions under the project “Connected Lithuania: Improving Digital Skills” began in September. The training is organized by consortium partners Public Internet Access Points, UAB IT Akademija, and the Association of Municipal Public Libraries, in close cooperation with public and county libraries. During these trainings, as many as 8,000 Lithuanian residents are offered the opportunity to improve their digital skills free of charge. In the training programme “Digital Skills: Public E-Services for Everyday Life,” everyone can learn how to save the most valuable thing we have – our time. By learning how to use electronic services, it is possible to avoid long queues, unnecessary travel, and time wasted at various institutions.
The training programme “Digital Skills: Public E-Services for Everyday Life” – the latest and most relevant information
“Learning and continuously improving digital skills is essential. This training programme created by our experts, containing the latest and most relevant information, is suitable for Lithuanian residents of any age – young people, seniors, those employed, and those seeking employment. Even if it sometimes seems that we already know everything, I am sure that everyone will discover new and previously unheard information during the training,” says Laura Grinevičiūtė, Director of the Association Public Internet Access Points.
By April next year, the organisers plan to train as many as 8,000 Lithuanian residents in e-services. Everyone can choose the most convenient way to participate – attend in person or opt for a blended format, listening to part of the lectures remotely from home and attending the rest at the library.
The 12 academic-hour training programme includes the most important information about key electronic services provided by the State Tax Inspectorate, Sodra (State Social Insurance Fund Board), the Employment Service, Regitra, E-Police, municipalities, and others. Lecturers will explain how to find these services, how to log in, and how to use them.
“Digital solutions save a great deal of our time,” says L. Grinevičiūtė. “Did you know that you can declare your place of residence online? Or find a relative’s grave? Or check the validity of a driver’s medical certificate? It is all possible – you just need to know where to look,” she adds.
The training also provides the latest information about currently widespread online fraud schemes, the possibilities of a qualified electronic signature, scanning documents with smart devices, and much more useful information.
Encouraging everyone to take advantage of free learning opportunities
Danguolė Abazoriuvienė, Head of the Association of Municipal Public Libraries, is convinced that libraries are no longer just places for borrowing books. “Today, libraries are multifunctional institutions, and providing information as well as developing residents’ digital literacy skills is one of their core activities. Library staff care about a safe and responsible society, which is why various trainings and consultations are continuously organised. Libraries are also involved in the Media and Information Literacy Competence Development Programme – an initiative created by Lithuanian libraries to provide free knowledge on the safe, ethical, and legal use of information found online. Therefore, libraries have many years of experience in developing digital literacy skills,” she explains.
Danguolė agrees that in the age of technology, e-services help save valuable time, yet research shows that many people still lack the skills to use them. Although those without a computer can use devices and the internet in libraries, particularly older people often lack the necessary skills. These trainings aim to address exactly that issue.
“A significant part of society still lacks basic digital literacy skills and cannot use e-services, which affects quality of life and professional development. How can we take advantage of the opportunities offered by public e-systems? And ultimately, how can we remain confident and independent in a world surrounded by technology? These answers can be found by participating in the free training sessions ‘Digital Skills: Public E-Services for Everyday Life’ organised in libraries,” says the Head of the Association.
When asked whether the training is difficult, Vilma Eidukynaitė, Director of UAB IT Akademija, assured that the programme is both comprehensive and accessible, and that lecturers are ready to provide assistance to every participant. “I strongly encourage everyone interested to register for the training on the website mokytiskartu.lt. By selecting your county and municipality, you will find the planned training groups for this year, including dates and addresses. You can also call by phone, send an email, or contact your nearest library, where librarians will gladly help you register,” she adds.
As the organisers say, “Learn it, apply it, and save time!” Save your time and use it for more enjoyable activities than standing in queues. Especially now, when doing so is very simple.
Registration for the training is available:
- https://mokytiskartu.lt/
- Phone: +370 620 20 961
- Email: mokymai@vipt.lt
- By contacting your nearest library
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The project is funded by the Recovery and Resilience Plan “New Generation Lithuania.”
