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With Trish Maybery

Horsham U3A’s new Tech Skills group will introduce basic computer use, internet and email, staying safe online, and simple social media. Members will then explore graphic design with Canva, beginner photo editing, and practical ways to use AI tools for everyday tasks, creativity and learning.

Every Friday at 1.30 pm in the Main Room            

Course Content

About The Course
This course was written by Patricia Maybery of Horsham U3A and is available for other U3A's in the Victorian Network, free of Charge to use. The course is broken down into topics such as basic computer skills, how to use cloud technology, etc. Resource materials such as powerpoints may also be included and will be noted where relevant in the course. Additional training may direct the user to a 3rd party site such as Canva, Facebook or Beacon University. Beacon University is a WordPress website developed by the tutor to allow students to practise their WordPress skills in a safe environment. If you require access to the University website, please let us know. Trish is a qualified TAFE Trainer and Assessor with over 10 years practical experience in developing and delivering training within the TAFE organisations throughout the Wimmera. In additional she hold a Diploma of Business, Certificates IV in Small Business Management, Information Technology (General) & (Website Design). As part of professional development, she has undertaken more than 30 online courses in marketing, seo certification, creative industries (animation & game design), among others.

Getting Started with Computers
This course is designed for anyone learning how to use a computer. * Part One - Basic Computers * Part Two - Email Basics * Part Three - Google Cloud Drive & Apps * Part Four - Canva

Getting Started with Email
This course focuses on using GMail to send and receive emails. Topics covered in this section include * Parts of an Email * Adding attachments * Creating Groups & Contacts

Getting Started with Google Cloud

Getting Started with Google Docs
This course focuses on Google's free Word Processor. In this section we will cover * Writing a document * Change font type, size * Renaming a Document * Headings & Styles * Lists - Bulleted & Numbered * Headings & Footers * Table of Contents *

Getting Started With Google Sheets

Getting Started with Google Slides

Canva Design for Beginners

Facebook Marketing

WordPress Basics

WordPress + Elementor Page Builder

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