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Image RemovedThis page lists upcoming training opportunities online and in-person for content editors on Franklin College websites.

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Online Training 

Drupal Support - Office Hours

The web team is offering weekly online training on a trial basis this Spring semester. 

The training will take place weekly on Wednesdays at 11am. It consists of 30 minutes of training on specific topics (see below) and will be conducted using Zoom online software.

When you use the sign up form, we'll send you the link to join the meeting with Zoom. 

DateTrainingTypeDetailSign up FormWednesday
04/03/2019
11am Inserting ImagesFoundational

Learn how to upload images and insert them next to text on your site. We'll also discuss alignment, captioning, and alternative text for images. We'll troubleshoot common issues and talk about optimal image sizes.

Online training  for Spring has concluded. Check back for more online training opportunities in the Fall. Wednesday
04/10/2019
11am Links and FilesFoundationalInserting links using button on text editor field to pages on sites and pages on other sites. Uploading and linking to files. Accessible links.Wednesday
04/17/2019
11am Working with the menuFoundationalWhat content belongs in the menu and two ways to put it here.Wednesday
04/24/2019
11am Optimizing ImagesBeyond the BasicsDifference between image field and text editor field. Understanding how one image gets used throughout the site.

Wednesday
05/01/2019
11am 

Qualtrics in place of PDF formsIntermediateHow to create a basic Qualtrics form and embed it on your site. Stephanie can request accounts for attendees.

In-Person Training

The web team offers in-person training a few times a year in Gilbert Hall. Sessions are 1 hour, or 1.5 hours with extra time for questions.  

Upcoming and Past training are listed below. Please use the Sign Up Forms so we know you expect to attend.

Date and TimeTraining NameDetailsLevelLocationSign up Form/Feedback Survey

Thursday
03/07/2019
2-3:20pm

Basic Website TrainingOverview on working with your website, including logging in, adding images, links, files, working with the slideshow, and web accessibility.FoundationalGilbert Hall 121Training concluded. Provide Feedback on Basic Website Training here.Thursday
03/07/2019
3:30-4:50pm
Optimizing Your WebsiteBest practices for page layout, including headings, images and links. Optimizing images. Making "Events" show up automatically on the UGA Master Calendar. Making data tables mobile friendly. Beyond the Basics + IntermediateGilbert Hall 122Training concluded. Provide Feedback on Optimizing Your Website here.

Thursday
05/09/2019
10-11am 

Google Analytics: Understanding Your Site's VisitorsUnderstanding the data we have collected about your visitors over the years using Google Analytics. Note, due to the personalized nature of this training, seats are limited. Please sign up in advance.IntermediateGilbert Hall 122Sign up for Google Analytics In-Person Training hereTBA - Summer and/or Fall 2019Basic Website TrainingOverview on working with your website, including logging in, adding images, links, files, working with the slideshow, and web accessibility.Foundational TBDTBA - Fall 2019Optimizing Your WebsiteTBDBeyond the Basics + IntermediateTBD

A note on the levels

Foundational

Suitable for beginners or content editors looking for a refresher.

Beyond the Basics

Still within the beginner's realm, these tips and tricks will help you take your site to the next level.

Intermediate

For content editors who feel confident with the basics of working with their site and are looking to do more.

Advanced

Special topics for confident content editors.

Other training

As a reminder, we have a wealth of self-help documents in our Knowledge Base under Drupal Support.offers weekly office hours on Wednesdays at 10:00a and 2:00p for any content administrator for Departments, Centers, Institutes or Franklin Research sites.  These office hours are a good chance to ask for specific instructions on how to manage content in your web sites. There may be more than one person dropping in for assistance so we ask you to be patient if you are not the only one who has signed in for assistance. 

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We recommend signing in a few minutes early to ensure your computer configurations are correct before the training begins. The url is: https://zoom.us/my/laurarowan

If you would rather use written documentation, please refer to our Drupal Self Help document center. 



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