LinkedIn Learning – IT Connect

Turkey and a Side of Training? Holiday LinkedIn Learning Opportunities!

During the holidays, it’s always easy to shift into neutral and coast through the traveling, gathering, and meals that take us into the New Year. But before you know it, you’re back at work and have no time to sharpen your skills! Don’t forget that all students, faculty and staff have free access to LinkedIn Learning to help build your professional skills 24 hours a day. While you can use LinkedIn Learning’s handy new AI coach to find new courses for you, here are a few suggestions we have as you settle into the season!

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Returning to Learning: LinkedIn Learning Courses to Start Your Semester

The fall term is quickly approaching, and we want to make sure you’re aware of all of the services and resources available to you. Whether you are new to SMU or returning for another term, LinkedIn Learning is a valuable service that’s free to all students, faculty, and staff! With over 9,000 training courses, there is sure to be something to help you learn and grow during your time at SMU. To get you started, here are a few select courses from LinkedIn Learning that are popular with your fellow SMU colleagues! Continue reading Returning to Learning: LinkedIn Learning Courses to Start Your Semester

Soak In Some Knowledge this Summer with IT Training Sessions

The learning doesn’t stop when the students are away! Staff are welcome to attend any of our training sessions over the summer months. Here’s what we have planned in summer 2024. Continue reading Soak In Some Knowledge this Summer with IT Training Sessions

LinkedIn Learning for Managers Available On Demand

During our Spring Skills Sharpener, I presented a quick info session about how LinkedIn Learning is a great resource for providing professional development content to your team as well as yourself! Here’s a recording of that session and if you are interested in becoming a LinkedIn Learning Curator, let the IT Help Desk know!

Watch the session below.
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The Spring Skills Sharpener Training Series Enters Final Stretch

We are down to the final weeks of the 2024 Spring Skills Sharpener Training Series—but don’t worry; there is still time to learn and win! SMU faculty and staff have until May 15, 2024, to attend one of our remaining training courses, both in-person and via webinar, on popular topics like Continue reading The Spring Skills Sharpener Training Series Enters Final Stretch