Technology tutorial descriptions:

Below are links to the tutorials mentioned in this guide.

• Gmail: This tutorial is an introduction to Gmail, Google’s email service. Students will learn the basics of how to set up an account and compose, send, and respond to emails. They’ll also explore more advanced features, like managing and organizing email and accessing it from mobile devices.
• Google Docs: This tutorial covers the basics of creating, formatting, sharing, and managing files in the cloud using the documents feature in Google Drive.
• Google Drive: This tutorial covers the basics of Google Drive, a cloud-storage service that lets users store documents, photos, videos, and other files online. The tutorial is also an introduction to Google Docs, a service that lets users create and edit documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. Topics covered include creating documents, managing and sharing files, and syncing files to a computer or mobile device.
• Google Sheets: This tutorial covers the spreadsheets application in Google Drive. Topics include cell references, formulas, functions, and saving and sharing spreadsheets in the cloud.
• Google Slides: This tutorial covers the presentations application in Google Drive. Topics include creating slides, adding text, working with transitions, and using pictures and shapes.
• Internet Safety: This tutorial offers strategies for staying safe and secure online. Students learn how to avoid the most common threats and protect their computers and privacy.
• Job Search and Networking: This tutorial covers effective strategies for planning and conducting a job search. It includes networking, searching online, and using social media sites.
• LinkedIn Basics: This tutorial covers the basics of LinkedIn, a popular professional networking site. Students will learn how to create a LinkedIn profile, search for jobs, and make professional connections.
• Photoshop Basics: This tutorial shows students how to use Photoshop for image editing. Topics include getting started with Photoshop, using layers, and sharpening and noise reduction.
• PowerPoint: This tutorial is a comprehensive guide to PowerPoint, the slideshow presentation program in the Microsoft Office suite. Students will learn how to create and present professional-looking slideshows. Upon completion of the tutorial, students will be proficient in PowerPoint and be able to use many of its advanced features.
• Tech Savvy Tips and Tricks: This tutorial offers students a collection of tips, shortcuts, and procedures that will help them use technology more efficiently.
• Access: This tutorial is a thorough introduction to Access, the database management software in the Microsoft Office suite. Upon completion of this tutorial, students will be proficient in the most commonly used features of Access.
• Excel: This tutorial is a comprehensive guide to Excel, the spreadsheet software in the Microsoft Office suite. Students will learn how to use worksheets to enter, store, and analyze data. Upon completion of this tutorial, students will be proficient in Excel’s most commonly used features. Our tutorials currently cover Excel XP, 2000, 2003, 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, and Office 365.
• Excel Formulas: This tutorial shows students the basics of creating formulas in Excel, Google Sheets, or any other spreadsheet program. It also offers opportunities to practice using real-world scenarios.
• Word: This tutorial is a comprehensive guide to Word, the word processing program in the Microsoft Office suite. Students will learn how to create professional-looking documents. Upon completion of the tutorial, students will be proficient in Word’s ost common features, as well as some advanced features like Mail Merge.
• Career Planning and Salary: This tutorial guides learners through the process of planning their careers. Students will learn effective strategies for choosing a suitable career and progressing in it.
• Interviewing Skills: This tutorial helps students prepare for job interviews. They will learn strategies for preparing ahead of time, answering interview questions, and behaving and dressing appropriately.
• Job Applications: This tutorial covers the basics of filling out a job application. Students will learn how to gather the necessary information, as well as how to best answer various job application questions.
• Job Success: This tutorial covers a variety of soft skills needed to improve job performance. Topics covered include time management, business etiquette, effective communication, and conflict resolution.
• Resume Writing: This tutorial teaches students how to write an effective resume. Students will learn what information to include, as well as how to best format and present it. The tutorial includes sample resumes and a template they can use to create their own resumes.
• Workplace Basics: This tutorial covers the basic skills needed to start a new job successfully. Topics covered include leave and benefits, organization, W-4 forms, and workplace safety.