Digital Technology
Code Free Website Design for Beginners
Code Free Website Design for Beginners is for those who want to learn the basics of web design and create a simple website. Learn what should be considered before beginning the design and then move on to learn how to use a free web design program called WordPress. During the process, complete hands-on activities to practice each piece as it is presented and then complete an assignment to pull it all together. The course finishes with instructions on how to go live with the new website.
Computing for College and Careers
- Using the Internet
- Computer Fundamentals
- Working with Software
- Building documents, spreadsheets and presentations
- Social Media
Communicating with Google Apps
Today, people communicate with each other in many ways, including face-to-face talking, writing letters, or even using pictures. Advances in technology have made it much easier to communicate with friends, family, or co-workers even if they aren't in the same room. Communicate with other people from around the world, even in different languages! In this course, learn how to use the following Google Workspace applications to communicate:
- Google Meet to use video conferencing to talk synchronously (in real-time) with people in different locations
- Google Chat to use text-based communication to communicate either synchronously or asynchronously with one or more people
- Google Translate to communicate with text written in different languages, or communicate in real-time using the mobile application
- Google Lens to interpret images either synchronously or asynchronously to find product information, help solve problems, translate text on documents or objects, or identify buildings and landmarks
Conquer Your Fear of Digital Technology
This course explores basic computer functions, explains how to save and organize computer files and gives tips for keeping files safe. Instructions for both Windows and Mac users are provided. Explore the difference between uploading, downloading, attaching files and using the cloud. Learn about Google Docs and how to create and share files on a new Google account. A Google account will be created in this course (if a learner doesn't have one).
Creating Your Digital Footprint
In this course, find out what a digital footprint is and how to create one. Explore the different reasons online communication is so popular and look at some online communication tools.
Google Calendar, Tasks, and Keep
Learn how to use Google Calendar to set schedules, create events, and share calendars. Create Google Tasks that can be viewed directly in Google Calendar to help keep track of events. Google Keep will focus on how to create checklists and notes to help quickly locate items of interest.
Google Docs
Learn how to use the free Google Docs application to create text-based documents adding headers, footers, page numbers, columns, and tables. Work with pictures to produce impressive-looking flyers and reports.
Google Earth, Google Maps, and Google Photos
Learn how to use Google Maps, Earth and Photos. View maps, get directions, look at satellite images, and share and document your favourite life moments.
Google Sheets
Learn to create online spreadsheets and collaborate in real-time from any device.
Google Slides
Google slides is a free, presentation program. Learn to create and deliver impactful presentations.
Graphic Design with Canva
Introduction to Canva, a free, online design tool. Canva is easy to use with an intuitive interface and many templates. Choose the best account type, create an account, navigate the software, design social media graphics and print materials, and find additional tutorials and resources.
Introduction to Internet and Email
Learn the basics when using the Internet and email including commonly used terms, and the difference between a web browser and a search engine. Get some tips for printing information from the Internet, an introduction to popular social media networks and tips for staying safe on the Internet. Practice basic email use and learn how email messages can be interpreted.
Introduction to Microsoft Word 2016
This 5 unit course will cover the basic functions of Microsoft Word 2016. Learn how to navigate through the program and create, save, edit, and format basic documents. You will perform activities using templates, lists, hyperlinks, pictures and shapes. You'll learn about grouping, margins, inserting headers and footers, and how to insert page numbers within your Word documents. Access to a PC using the Windows operating system is required for this course.
Introduction to QuickBooks Online Canada Part 1
This is a 2-part course. QuickBooks Online is a Cloud-based accounting program, meaning it's accessible from any computer with internet access. Learn to set up a new company, navigate QuickBooks Online, and manage customers, sales, suppliers, expenses, and other company activities.
Microsoft Excel 2013-2021 Parts 1 & 2
Microsoft Excel is a powerful and fun tool that can help organize, analyze and present information. This is a 2-part course. Learn Excel's basic features and functions, including entering and formatting data in cells, and using math formulas and functions. Analyze data using conditional formatting and the What-If Analysis function.
Microsoft Excel Level 1 & 2 Video Tutorials
In this 2-level course, watch several video tutorials and then complete practice assignments for hands-on practice. locate common editing tools and understand Excel terminology.
Microsoft PowerPoint Level 1 & 2 Video Tutorials
Watch a number of video tutorials and then complete practice assignments for hands-on practice. Locate common editing tools and commands and learn common terminology used to describe PowerPoint features. Add user notes to projects and view them in multiple ways while presenting. Practice adding, reordering, and timing animations, applying picture styles, and slide transitions. Review print options for PowerPoint projects.
Microsoft Word Levels 1-3 Video Tutorials
Watch a number of video tutorials and then complete practice assignments. Make formatting changes to documents, create and sort a bulleted list, and change the spacing in documents. Insert and format pictures, clip art, shapes, text boxes, and understand chart types and design options. Merge files, mailing lists, add hyperlinks, and use track changes. This covers Word 2016-2019.
Office for the Web Word - Level 1 & 2 Video Tutorials
This is a 2-part course made up of video tutorials. Learn where to locate common editing tools and commands and the terminology used to describe features in the online Word software. Each lesson includes several video demonstrations and practice assignments.
One and Done - Google Drive
Google Drive keeps photos and files backed up, protected and synced to all linked devices. With the Google Drive mobile app, files can be accessed from anywhere. Learn how to use this software to upload device's files so they can be shared with co-workers, friends, and family.
One and Done - Google Forms
Learn how to use Google Forms effectively. Create online forms and surveys with multiple question types. Analyze results in real-time, from any device.
One and Done - MS Outlook
Learn about Microsoft Outlook. It is a powerful interface that offers not only email capabilities, but also calendars, task lists, and contact management.
One and Done - OneDrive
This is a One and Done Course, meaning there is one unit of content to learn a specific task. By the end of this course:
- understand how to use this software to automatically back up your phone's files and share them
- use the OneDrive Mobile app to access files from anywhere
- know how to secure files and share access with different levels of security
- collaborate on projects with others and view document edit history
- use a phone to scan and create a digital copy of documents that can be
- marked up and sign, and view edit history
One and Done - Searching the Internet
This is a One and Done Course, meaning there is one unit of content to learn a specific task. By the end of this course:
- understand the role of a web browser
- use web browser features such as tabs, and address bar searches
- understand parts of a URL address and how they help us use the internet safely
- know what a search engine is and how to use one - be able to perform a search using keywords and symbols
One and Done - Using Email
This is a One and Done Course, meaning there is one unit of content to learn a specific task. By the end of this course:
- understand the parts of an email address and what their functions are
- learn the advantages of using a free online email account
- study netiquette, the polite rules of behaviour to follow when online
- learn how to interact with an email interface
- understand how to add attachments to your emails
- learn about emoticons, abbreviations and acronyms to communicate emotions
- practice sending an email with an attached saved image
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Self Exploration: Examining My Online Identity and Digital Media Use
Learn about online identities, discuss how to use secure passwords, look at the uses of digital devices and media in life and talk about evaluating online information.
Live Classes
- Taught by a LearningHUB Practitioner.
- 1-2 hours long and run at a set date and time.
- Available October-November, January-February and April-May.
- Now running in Zoom!
AI Strategies for Job Search Success
Gain valuable insights into using artificial intelligence tools to enhance job search effectiveness. Learn practical strategies to stand out in the digital job market. Become empowered with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate and succeed in an AI-driven recruitment landscape.
Email Basics
This course covers all fundamental aspects of email communication, guiding beginners through creating, formatting and sending emails, and managing etiquette. Learn the basic functions of an email account, how to create, send, receive, and forward emails, as well as, open, print and save attachments. Review email etiquette and communication strategies.
Google Apps 1: Intro to Google Apps
This is a 2-part series. Part 1 introduces Google Apps (Applications). These are programs that can help to organize life with one simple login! Learn to manage emails, calendars, documents, spreadsheets and more, from any device with an internet connection. Collaborate with others or chat with friends. Google apps are handy, easy to use and free! Note: A Gmail address is required for these classes.
Google Apps 2: Using Google Drive
In part 2, explore one of those Apps in more detail - Google Drive. This is a program that keeps digital files in one place. Access files on any device with an internet connection, learn how to explain share files with others and give tips for organizing them. This is a great class for learners entering a school program or looking to build their digital skills for work.
How to use Social Media
This is a 2-part class. Part 1 will demonstrate the fundamentals of social media, exploring popular platforms, setting up Facebook and Instagram accounts, best practices for engagement, and ways to keep accounts safe. Part 2 will dive into strategies for using social media effectively for business. Learn to use Business Suite, create engaging content, review the importance of hashtags, media literacy, and Facebook pages & events.
Intro to Graphic Design Using Canva
Canva is a free, online graphic design tool. Learn to navigate the program, choosing from premade templates, or designing from scratch! Make cards, presentations, collages and social media posts. The options are endless with tons of free design templates, fonts, images and more! Get ready to impress family and friends.
Marketing Your Small Business with Canva
This beginner class will introduce the tools needed to create a professional brand using Canva. Create beautiful social media templates to boost engagement on Facebook and Instagram. Explore templates or create a logo, posters, infographics, brochures and more. It is very fun and easy to use!
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Excel is a powerful tool for organizing numbers and information. This class has 2 levels. In Level 1, learn basic terminology, explore ribbons and tabs, and modify columns, rows, and cells. Practice changing text and number formats, and managing worksheets, including adding, renaming, moving, and copying cells. In Level 2, learn to format worksheets, dates, and charts. The course introduces formulas, including cell referencing, absolute, relative, mixed cell addresses, and "What if" analysis.
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft PowerPoint is a program used to create digital presentations. In part 1, learn the basics of using slides, adding text, and exploring different views. Create title slides, text slides and bulleted lists will also be demonstrated. Finally, learn how to activate a slideshow and save presentations. A practice activity will be assigned for homework. Level 2 teaches how to copy elements between slides or from files or the internet, use the format painter feature and explore various print options such as grayscale print and audience handouts. Review how to add interest to presentations with text and slide animation, clip art, movie clips and hyperlinks. Learn how to change font colors, delete placeholders, use the help feature and end a presentation. A practice activity will be assigned for homework.
*These classes use Microsoft PowerPoint 2016, but older versions of software may be compatible.
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word is a program to create digital documents. With this program. create letters, resumes, forms, flyers and much more!
In Level 1, Learn the basic features. Look at common keys and icons. Explore ribbons, tabs, scrolling, toolbars, entering and formatting text and making paragraphs. Learn how to create bulleted lists, use find and replace, spell check, grammar check, and synonyms features. A practice activity will be assigned for homework
Level 2 will explore how to move and copy text, use print features, delete and copy formats, sort lists, create columns, add and customize page borders, create and format tables, use templates, and manage and create shortcuts to files. A practice activity will be assigned for homework.
Level 3 will work with multi-page documents to add headers and footers, title pages, page numbers, footnotes, table of contents and bibliographies. Learn how to change margins, line spacing and paragraph spacing, use shortcut keys, and insert pictures, clipart and text boxes. Practice using hyperlinks and using tables to make charts and graphs. A practice activity will be assigned for homework.
*These classes use Microsoft Word 2016, but older versions of software may be compatible.
Staying Safe Online: Internet Safety for Everyone
Explore safe Internet navigation, cover strong password creation (and memorization), social media safety, avoiding phishing and malware, and understanding two-factor authentication.
Using AI in Your Learning
AI can be a great tool to boost learning. Learn how AI can be used for research and writing, study tips and tricks and best practices! Discover new AI powered tools help achieve personal goals!