


Computer Literacy

Understanding how to effectively use digital tools and technologies is crucial to your success as a university student. The resources below are links to relevant online tutorials for both beginners and advanced technology users.
(Opens in a new window and login required) – 91ºÚÁÏÍø maintains an extensive article database on technology you need to function and succeed as a student. For example, shows how to view your final grades in Self Service Banner.
(Opens in a new window and login required) This is for enrolled 91ºÚÁÏÍø Empire State University students only.
- This Microsoft Web site includes free self-paced training courses for Office programs. These courses are provided using a variety of formats, including audio and video. Remember, as a student, you receive a free Microsoft 365 account. Take advantage of this training and get the most out of your free student Microsoft 365 account!
- This link will take you to the direct sign-in page for your Microsoft 365 Outlook email account for your 91ºÚÁÏÍø Empire State student career: .
(Opens in a new window and login required) is our online learning platform and is for 91ºÚÁÏÍø 91ºÚÁÏÍø students only.
The Brightspace link will take you to training specifically for the Brightspace Digital Learning Environment for students enrolled at 91ºÚÁÏÍø. To enroll in the Brightspace training please follow these steps:
- Login at , to go to the 91ºÚÁÏÍø Empire Brightspace homepage.
- Click the "Discover" option in the NavBar.
- Select the "ESC Student Introduction to Brightspace" course.
- Please note, you want to enroll in 91ºÚÁÏÍø Empire's training course, not any listings for other institutions.
- Click the "Self-enroll in course" button to complete your enrollment and begin going through the modules.
The (Advanced Technology Training and Information Networking) lab offers "free skill-building, college prep, and employment certification programs with one-on-one career coaching to help you train up and move up." This free training starts at the most basic and progresses all the way through certifications in certain career trainings (e.g. Microsoft Office Specialist). This is the link to the main page. Scrolling to the bottom of that page will take you to a long list of locations where you can receive in-person one-on-one training. Once you choose a location, that page will take you a link to their page. All links in the above paragraph will open in a new window.
If you have questions about 91ºÚÁÏÍø Empire systems and technology, contact the
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