Beginning with the simple explanation of what accessibility means and why it is important, attendees learn to build accessible documents using Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat Pro DC. Common stumbling blocks like alt text, repetitive blank characters and document structure will be addressed, and simple PDF documents will be Read more…
Microsoft Teams has taken the world by storm as we have all learned how to operate in the ânew normalâ of COVID-19. Itâs an innovative tool that allows us to securely connect, meet, chat and share files from the comfort of our computer â whether in the office or in Read more…
Microsoft 365 is your Swiss Army Knife of productivity software. It includes all of the programs you know â Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint â and puts them in the cloud, available to you from anywhere in the world. Youâll learn about Microsoftâs innovative approach to make your work Read more…
Controlling how a document flows is crucial to its validity. Look like an amateur did it, and people will treat the information as amateurish. The power combo of Themes, Style Sets and Styles Sheets will catapult your document into the next dimension. Headers & Footers Page Margins and Paper Sizes Read more…
Microsoft Word is the worldâs most popular word processing program, and this class will get you started on the path to becoming a power user. Learn secrets in this introductory class that professionals use to make the program jump. Weâll start at the beginning and give you a thorough grounding Read more…
You can tell if a presenter has strong PowerPoint training. Their slideshow will capture your attention, support their information, and add value to your time spent during the presentation. This class is great for beginners as well as old hands who want to brush up on the basics of creating Read more…
Microsoft Outlook subdivides its functions into Mail, Calendar, Tasks, Contacts, and Journal. Many attendees are unaware of how simple the program makes it to juggle a hectic schedule, assign work and keep up with what people are doing. Organizing the Calendar Working with other People’s Calendars Scheduling Meetings To-Dos and Read more…
Offices are swiftly moving to the electronic notebook, as a replacement for hand written legal pads and post-it notes. The ability to collect your thoughts on one device, review them on another, and then share them with colleagues is invaluable. Building Notebooks Juggling Multiple Notebooks Sharing features of OneNote Content Read more…
Peek behind the spreadsheet and learn Microsoft Excel the right way. Because so many adult learners are self-taught, there are often basic skills that we fail to pick up. This class assumes you have opened the program but arenât secure that you know all the basics. Keyboard Shortcuts Creating Read more…
Get started with Access 2016 by learning the fundamentals of database features. This class will explore how to use Access efficiently and introduce you to the concepts of good Relational Database design. Itâs a maxim that all data is stored in Tables in Access, but not all Tables are equal. Read more…
Introduction to how to create an accessible Microsoft Word document using Office 365. This is part one of a two-part class on creating accessible Word documents. Document Properties Alt Text for Objects Null Alt Text What kinds of objects are repetitive? Content
Primarily a presentation meant to explain what accessibility is, what the rules are, and how the parts play together. Useful for newcomers and managers who need to understand what their staff are up against when making documents accessible. Accessibility in a Nutshell Who is Accessibility For? Accessibility Checkers File Formats Read more…
Almost everyone has encountered PDF files in their life. They are literally everywhere! Most organizations use them to communicate information with publications like newsletters, governments use them to create forms that are accessible by everyone, and you will likely encounter them in everyday usage when you try to download a Read more…
That bar of styles in your Ribbon is the least used tool in Microsoft Word, and perhaps the most important. Youâll learn that you can quickly turn boring blobs of text into attractive and legible documents that anyone would be proud of. Click a button and change the appearance of Read more…
If you learned how to type on a typewriter, then this class is for you. Power users know that there are shortcuts and tools that have been staring you in the face every time you sat down to use Microsoft Word. But you donât know how to use them if Read more…
We all judge ourselves against our peers, and thereâs nothing worse than having to follow a polished presentation when youâre not certain about your own skills. These ten steps will help you stand out from the crowd and become the presenter that everyone else looks up to. Avoiding Death by Read more…
There are almost 500 functions built into Microsoft Excel, but the vast majority of work is carried out by these top-ten powerhouses. Starting with the venerable Sum function, youâll quickly move into Aggregate functions that will count how many, calculate the highest number and average large sums. But functions are Read more…
People who can make Microsoft Excel dance are the envy of their co-workers. Truth be told, these 10 simple steps will propel you into their ranks as you learn that you donât have to do everything the hard way. Come to the easy side of Excel and learn the secrets Read more…
Learn what everyone is talking about when they mention accessible documents, and how you can start making your documents accessible as soon as today! You’ll experience first-hand what it’s like for one person to use assistive technology and understand how crucial the work you do for accessibility is to people Read more…
