Digital Literacy Workshops
Anglotec Academy will be offering the following digital literacy workshops from February 2025.
No previous knowledge is needed for these courses. However, participants will need to bring a smart device with them, for example a phone, iPad, laptop etc
Workshop 1: Digital Literacy for Beginners – Navigating Online in 2025
This workshop is aimed at people who want to gain confidence using digital tools and the internet. The course covers essential skills for working, communicating, and managing tasks online.
On completion of this workshop you will be able to create and manage email accounts, organize files, use banking apps, do online grocery shopping, and understand basic cybersecurity practices.
Workshop 2: Introduction to Social Media and Digital Content Creation
This workshop provides an overview of major social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn), deciding which platform is best for your digital content, creating engaging posts and stories, content scheduling, and understanding analytics.
Skills gained on completion of this workshop include creating a social media presence, basic photography and video editing for content, understanding content engagement metrics.
Workshop 3: AI for Everyone: Understanding Artificial Intelligence Without the Jargon
This workshop introduces people to the world of AI without diving into the complicated bits like coding. It explains how AI applications like ChatGPT work, how they can positively impact your home life or professional activities, and looks at what Hollywood gets wrong about AI.
On completion of this workshop, you will understand how to:
– interact with AI-based tools (like virtual assistants)
– use AI for everyday tasks
– utilise AI to give you the edge at work
– Use AI for everyday tasks like generating recipes for people with specific dietary preferences
– Utilise AI for quick and easy content creation, like logos, letters and forms
Workshop 4: Cryptocurrency Basics – What you need to know about Bitcoin and beyond
This workshop provides a simple, no-nonsense guide to understanding cryptocurrencies, how to store crypto safely and why it’s becoming a popular alternative to banking. This course is ideal for people curious about things like blockchain and DeFi but intimidated by the technical side.
On completion of this workshop, you will able able to set up a cryptocurrency wallet, buy and trade small amounts of cryptocurrency, stake, understand use cases of crypto, and avoid scams.
Workshop 5: Simple Web Design using AI – Canva Templates for Beginners
This workshop (which requires no previous design knowledge) focuses on teaching you the basics of enhancing and creating digital images design via user-friendly tools like Canva and Microsoft Designer.
On completion of this workshop you will be able to design professional-looking graphics, posters and presentations, use templates effectively and have knowledge of basic design principles.
Workshop 6: Introduction to E-Commerce – Using modern tools to set up your online store
This is a beginner-friendly workshop on how to launch and manage an online store using accessible platforms like Shopify, Etsy, or WooCommerce.
On completion of this workshop you will be able to set up an online store, add products, manage orders, create payment gateways, manage inventory and customer engagement.
A one-day workshop costs £95. Concessionary rates are available. A discount of 20% is offered when you book 2 or more workshops.
In January 2025, we will be offering free taster sessions for each workshop. To register your interest in a FREE place, click below.
