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Excel Easy
If you're an Excel beginner, this is the perfect place to start.Microsoft Excel is one of the most used software applications of all time. Hundreds of millions of people around the world use Microsoft Excel. You can use Excel to enter all sorts of data and perform financial, mathematical or statistical calculations.Excel Easy offers a free tutorial on how to use Excel. Go to the site
Computer Programming / Coding
Learn the basic concepts of Computer Science with drag and drop programming. Tutorials ranging from Javascript, 'unplugged" programming, making your own apps and many more.
Code.org - For everything from professional development, to projects, to lessons for students: Learn More
Computer Science Education Week - Resources for educators: Learn More
Girls Who Code - Founded to close the gender gap in technology - Learn More
Tynker - Coding for kids: Learn More
Hopscotch - Make games. Learn to code: Learn More
Coursera
Free college level courses available for staff to learn all about the latest trends and techniques in digital learning. Courses change each semester so check back a couple of times a year. Learn More
Maine Mathematics and Science Alliance ACRES Program
Front line staff can get more comfortable using technology through the facilitated, online professional development of the Afterschool Coaching for Reflective Educators (ACRES). Learn More
The New Mexico Out-of-School Time Network (NMOST) brings together policymakers, educators, childcare providers, youth development workers, and other stakeholders interested in ensuring positive youth development opportunities and outcomes through out-of-school time programs.