Some of the following Consumer Action publications are available in bulk for non-profit or government agencies to distribute for educational purposes. Further info can be found on the How To Order Publications page.
Library: English | You Make the Call —Training Guide . This training guide is designed to help trainers and teachers present a seminar on how to choose the best phone service for each individual and household. It covers phone service options such as landline, VoIP and wireless. It is available as a PDF download only. Companion brochure, leader's guide and PowerPoint training slides are available. Category: Telecom/TV Wireless on Dec 28, 2007
Library: English | Protect Your Phone Records . Phone records are an important source of private information that someone might try to access without your consent for illegal or harmful purposes. This publication can help you understand who would want to access your phone records, why they might want to do it, how they try to access your private information and what you can do to reduce the chances of becoming a victim. A companion Leader's Guide is available.
Category: Fraud/Scams Privacy Rights Telecom/TV Wireless on Aug 28, 2007
Library: English | Protect Your Phone Records - Leader’s Guide . Pretexting is a method of obtaining someone else’s personal information, including phone records, under false pretenses. This Leader’s Guide, written in question-and-answer format, will help give trainers background on the techniques pretexters use, the damage they can do to victims, various laws and regulations that keep phone records private, how to protect personal data and how victims can file complaints. A companion brochure is available. Category: Fraud/Scams Privacy Rights Telecom/TV Wireless on Aug 27, 2007
Library: English | Choosing a Wireless Service Provider . The wireless world offers broad choices among service providers, calling plans, and phones. Low-priced equipment and rates make wireless calling affordable for many individuals and families. Plus, today's cell phone is not just for talking - it can be used to snap photos, surf the Internet, send email, play games, and more. With so much to choose from, it can be a challenge to figure out what's best for you. Category: Telecom/TV Wireless on Oct 12, 2006
Library: English | Choosing a Wireless Service Provider - Backgrounder Guide . This question-and-answer format booklet is designed to help you understand the issues involved in shopping for and using cell phone service. Topics covered include wireless service plans and coverage, wireless phones, keeping your phone number when you change providers, reading a wireless phone bill, cell phones and driving, courtesy when using cell phones, preventing theft and fraud, privacy concerns and resources for information and assistance. Category: Telecom/TV Wireless on Oct 11, 2006
Library: English | Choosing a Wireless Plan - Training Curriculum . This PDF packet provides guidance for teachers and team leaders about consumers' cell phone choices—service providers, calling plans, and phones to name a few. The packet contains a detailed curriculum, and classroom activities designed to teach adults. Category: Telecom/TV Wireless on Oct 05, 2006