Digital Mentor Training - Learn Support Skills @ Wanneroo Library

Scroll through our event listings below orcontact usfor more information.Subscribe to our monthly eNews and never miss out on an event!SUBSCRIBEView the programs, events and activities on offer at our librariesACTIVITIES

City of Wanneroo Libraries

Join us at our Digital Mentor training sessions - helping your community Be Connected

Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre

Tech Help (one-to-one)

In today's technology driven society being able to understand and use technology is increasingly important, from banking, taxation, government assistance, including pensions and MyGov and My Health records. We've got you covered...

Digital Mentors help other people to improve their digital skills and are essential to help close the digital divide. Inspiring others to try using digital technology and supporting them through their first steps using computers, mobile devices and the internet.Good Things Foundation Australia have put together a number of resources to help mentors. These training sessions will be delivered by our Lead Digital Mentor, Tim Coghill. Digital mentors participating in this program will receive 2 half days of training, from the Lead Digital Mentor, building your confidence in delivering digital skills support to those that need it in the community. It will increase your understanding of best practice digital mentoring techniques and how to tailor your delivery to meet the needs of learners.Some of the training content will include... What is a Digital Mentor? | The role of a Digital Mentor | Inspiring people to get online | Overcoming barriers | Supporting digital skills | Accessibility and challenges face by Digital Mentors | Facilitating groups and session planning | Resources to help you.Course guide and light refreshments provided.You need to attend both Monday and Wednesday sessions to complete the course.<a href="https://wanneroo.spydus.com/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/MSGTRNGEN/WPAC/SUBPAGE1" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Discover other Library Activities</a>