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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
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Introduction to Basic Computers
Lesson One – What is a computer?
Lesson Two – What is Hardware & Software?
Lesson Three – Logging into The PC
Lesson Four – Apps & Programs
Lesson Five – The Windows Library System
Lesson Six – Personalise Your Settings
Lesson Seven – Backing Up Your Files
Lesson Eight – Using The Programs Manager
Lesson Nine – Basic Computer Maintenance
Lesson Ten – Getting Help
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
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Lesson One – Introduction
Getting Started with Google Cloud
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What is 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 *
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Lesson One – Introduction
Getting Started With Google Sheets
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Lesson One – Introduction
Getting Started with Google Slides
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Lesson One – Introduction
Canva Design for Beginners
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Introduction
About the Tutor
Lesson One – What is Canva?
Lesson Two – Create a Facebook Post
Lesson Three – Playing with the Design Elements
Lesson Four – Create an Invitation
Facebook Marketing
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Lesson One – Introduction
WordPress Basics
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Introduction
What is a Website?
Aren’t web pages made with code?
Word Press Basics
Resources
WordPress – The Dashboard
WordPress + Elementor Page Builder
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Lesson One- Introduction
AT Tools for Life
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Lesson One – Introduction
Technology Group:

Canva is software available online (on a website) that allows you to easily create designs for your home, church, school, club or business – anything you can think of can be created in Canva.

Canva also has an app available for both the Android or the Apple devices. 

In this course we will be showing screenshots and video on how to use the web version of the software.

Creating an Account

There are several ways to create an account in Canva. These include

  • Using your Facebook credentials (preferred)
  • Using your Google credentials
  • Or signing up using your email

Go to www.canva.com to create an account using one of the above methods.

 

Canva Templates By Industry

If it is the first time you have used your Canva account, you will be asked to choose an industry, the software will then show you templates suitable for this industry – but ALL templates will still be available for you.

Select the industry that best suit your needs.

 

The Canva Dashboard

The Canva Dashboard will appear on the page. This screen is broken into different sections. On the left hand side of the screen is a menu tha allows you to access projects, apps and more. At the top of the screen is a search bar, and some popular design tools such as flyers, instagram posts & social media. Below this may be thumbnails of previous designs (if you have used Canva before) or some suggested designs for you to work on.

 

 

 

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