Computers, Operating Systems, Microsoft Office Applications, Internet
- GCFLearn.org – Features a wide range of instructions and short video tutorials on a wide range of technical topics.
Resources in Other Languages
- GCFLearn en español
- Some tutorials in other languages at https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/topics/, in the right-most column part way down the page.
Job Skills
Workplace Skills
Job Search
- Online Practice Tests – LearningExpress Library supports those looking to improve core academic skills, pass the GED, prepare for college, join the military, obtain occupational certification, find a job, change careers, become a U.S. citizen and much more.
- Note: This site requires an account that has been created through your local school, public library or high education institution.
- Resume & Cover Letter Builder – This step-by-step resume builder will help you create and publish the most effective resumes possible. As you build, you’ll find expert advice, easy-to-follow instructions, and helpful resume samples to help you through each step of the process.
- Note: This site requires an account that has been created through your local school, public library or high education institution.
Programming & Coding
- Programming Basics tutorial (https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/computer-programming-basics/) and Basic HTML tutorial (https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/basic-html/)
- codecademy.com – Learn to code a variety of popular languages using interactive online tutorials that show your code in action and walk you through how to do it if you are stuck.
- w3schools.com – Useful reference for web development and scripting languages. Also has tutorials.
- tutsplus.com – Articles and video-based courses on a variety of coding and graphic design skills.
Design & Graphics
- https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/topics/creativity-and-design/ – Tutorials on digital photography, image editing, photoshop basics, beginning graphic design, canva.
- Computer Skills Center – Find in depth lengthy online video tutorials on SharePoint, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Note: This site requires an account that has been created through your local school, public library or higher education institution.
Microsoft, Office and Adobe Tutorials
- Computer Skills Center – Through the Computer Skills Center find in depth lengthy online video tutorials on a wide range of office, Microsoft and Adobe products and different versions This includes Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, Project Pro, Word, Access, Visio, Office 365, Outlook, PC Hardware and Software and Network Basics, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Note: This site requires an account that has been created through your local school, public library or high education institution.
- https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/topics/googleapps/ – Basic tutorials on Google Docs, Drive, sheets, Slides and general Google account info and tips.
Online shopping, entertainment and social media sites
TechBoomers.com provides quick reviews of a large number of Internet sites.
- Social Networks – Communication tools such as dating sites, Facebook, Gmail, Goodreads, Hangouts, Flickr, Facetime, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
- Online Shopping – Shopping sites such as Airbnb, Amazon and Amazon Prime, eBay, Craigslist, Etsy, travel sites, and StubHub.
- Online Entertainment – Sites like Audible, Buzzfeed, ESPN, Hoopla, IMDB, Netflix, HBO Now, Pandora, Spotify, and Pokemon Go.
- Useful Websites and Apps – Miscellaneous useful sites like Ancestry.com, Angie’s List, Care.com, Dropbox, Google Drive, Google Maps, LinkedIn, Lyft, Uber, and WebMD.
New Technology
- https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/thenow/ – This section covers recent technological developments and issues, such as VR, Drones, 3D Printing, Internet Culture, Fake News, Trolling, WikiLeaks, Reddit, and Clickbait, as well as using the Internet for live video sites, awareness of targeted advertising, sponsored content, chatbots, crowdfunding, Big Data, and Bitcoin.
- Wearable technology (https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/wearables/)
Additional Resources
- The National Collaborative for Digital Equity site has an list of additional resources on a variety of relevant topics.