For Patrons or Library Staff
- Computer Tutorials from Goodwill Community Foundation
https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/subjects/tech/
Goodwill has a great site, with tutorials for tech and non-tech skills. It does an especially good job with software (MS Office, browsers) and Windows. - Internet and Computer Tutorials from Techboomers
https://techboomers.com/
Targeting seniors and technology novices, Techboomers offers tutorials for all kinds of specific topics, from devices (iPads and Android), to apps (Instagram and Skype), to websites (Ebay and YouTube). - Udemy
Features 20,000 video-based classes about all kinds of subjects, particularly technology topics. Login through your local library's link, or by going to https://vtonlinelib.org/.
Specifically for Library Staff
- You Can Do IT Basic Library Technology from the Texas State Library
This series of videos covers the basics of computer software, hardware, and networking at a library. Videos are short (10-15 minutes), and are lead by tech trainer Carson Block.- Hardware and Software (9 short videos) -
- - Networking (8 short videos)
- Digital Literacy Training Toolkit from the Texas State Library
https://www.tsl.texas.gov/ld/AEL/LandLtoolkit
This toolkit offers a comprehensive curriculum for digital literacy, and is useful whether you want to offer a series of courses, a single class, or are just looking for some ideas. Topics build from computer and internet basics, to Word and Excel, to job searching - Working with Internet Beginners from the Community College of Vermont
https://libraries.vermont.gov/sites/libraries/files/InitiativesProjects/WorkingWithInternetBeginners.pdf
Put together in 2014, this offers a plan for a class on computer basics. - Digital Learn from the Public Library Association
https://digitallearn.org/
This site offers a number of short activities for new computer users, with topics such as using a PC, intro to email, online scams, creating resumes, and working with Microsoft Word. - Basic IT Tips for Library Directors from the Vermont Department of Libraries
https://libraries.vermont.gov/sites/libraries/files/Services/Director_IT_Advice.pdf
A quick summary of tips for library directors who are new to IT. - Tech Tools with Tine from the Texas State Library
https://www.tsl.texas.gov/ld/workshops/webinars/techtools.html
Archived webinars on specific topics (YouTube, LinkedIn, security, etc…) that target at Library Staff.
This is a sampling of providers intended as a resource for library staff and patrons looking for training. Inclusion on this list does not imply an endorsement by the Department of Libraries, excepting Department-provided subscriptions.