eLearning

Find a Guided Learning Pathway

• Beginner Computer Skills

  This pathway covers how to use a mouse, basic keyboard skills, introductory web searching, Windows, email essentials, MS Word basics, digital privacy/safety concepts

  • Beginner computer skills (PDF)

• General Technical Skills for the Workplace

  Refresh/upgrade or learn the skills needed for entry/re-entry to the workforce after a period of absence or if you are considering a change in careers.

  You'll learn a variety of essential technology skills for the workplace including: word processing, spreadsheet programs, presentation software computer trouble shooting and videoconferencing tools.

  • General technical skills for the workplace (PDF)

• Essential Soft Skills for the Workplace

  Learn the essential soft skills required for the workplace including: Communication, Problem solving, Time Management, Conflict Resolution

  • Essential soft skills for the workplace (PDF)

• Digital Creativity

  Learn how to create and share digital content for your online portfolios, social media and business websites. Topics covered in this pathway include: Digital Photography, Digital Video Production, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop and 3D Design.

  • Digital creativity (PDF)

• Professional Digital Skills

  For the learner exploring careers in Information Technology (IT), upgrading IT skills and gaining knowledge of popular programming languages and networking concepts.

  • Professional digital skills (PDF)

• Job Seeker

  This pathway covers the following topics: job search strategies, creating cover letters and resumes, how to leverage social media in your job search, networking, preparing for job interviews.

  • Job seeker (PDF)

• Small Business

  In this pathway, you'll learn: how to create a business plan, bookkeeping and finance, starting an online business, marketing and how to manage and grow your business.

  • Small business (PDF)

• Leisure Learner

  Discover a new hobby or skill of interest to you! The following topics are included in this Learning Pathway: yoga and meditation, song writing, keyboard/piano, guitar, genealogy, writing, drawing, painting and sewing.

  • Leisure learner (PDF)

Discover the Learning Pathway for you

Take this quiz to discover the learning pathway that matches your skills and interests.

More ways to learn

Find in-person classes at library branches.

Teaching and learning resources

Learn basic computer skills from home using these guides from our in-person computer classes for beginners.

Computers for Beginners:

• Use the Mouse 2022 (PDF)
• Use the Keyboard 2022 (PDF)
• Use the Web 2022 (PDF)
• Use Google Search and Maps 2022 (PDF)
• Use Windows (10) 2022 (PDF)
• Use Email 2022 (PDF)

iPads for Beginners:

• Use the iPad 2020 (PDF)
• Use the Keyboard with the iPad 2020 (PDF)
• Use the Web on an iPad 2020 (PDF)
• Use Google Search and Maps on the iPad 2020 (PDF)
• Use iOS 12 and iPad Apps 2020 (PDF)
• Use Email on an iPad 2020 (PDF)
• Apple Devices for Beginners 2023 (PDF)