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Mastering Grammar Basics
with Mind Edge, RSU 19 Adult Education
The most effective writing is clear, concise, and error-free. Whether you're writing for business, education, marketing, or personal projects, having a firm understanding of grammar basics will help you communicate effectively with your audience. This Grammar Refresher course will walk you through the foundational elements of English grammar, including the parts of speech, punctuation, and sentence structure. Through interactive games and exercises, you'll learn how to spot and fix common grammatical errors. Gain confidence as a writer and editor by mastering grammar basics with this Grammar Refresher course.
Use this link to register: https://catalog.mindedge.com/rsu19/courses/1994/mastering-grammar-basics
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Speak With Confidence
with Mind Edge, RSU 19 Adult Education
You are not alone if your palms get a little sweaty when you have to speak in front of others. Whether delivering a speech in front of a large audience of professionals or having a direct conversation with one or two friends or coworkers, public speaking is one of the most common anxiety-inducing experiences. Our stress and nerves can impede our ability to deliver a clear message. "Speak with Confidence" will teach you to define and understand speaking anxiety. By understanding the typical causes of speaking anxiety and learning real-world relaxation and confidence-boosting techniques, you will learn practical ways to tackle and overcome your public speaking fears.
Use this link to register: https://catalog.mindedge.com/rsu19/courses/1388/speak-with-confidence
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Troubleshooting Your Writing
with Mind Edge, RSU 19 Adult Education
Writing is central to our personal and professional lives. Errors in writing can derail a job application, miscommunicate a plan, and confuse our audience in many ways. This course will guide you through the writing process, from brainstorming the content to polishing the final draft. Along the way, you'll be given tips for how to speed up the writing process and ensure that you send out error-free writing. Topics include time management, structure, crafting complex and clear sentences, and troubleshooting common grammar errors.
Use this link to register: https://catalog.mindedge.com/rsu19/courses/1912/troubleshooting-your-writing
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Virtual Teamwork
with Mind Edge, RSU 19 Adult Education
Remote work settings create new opportunities and unique challenges for team members. While virtual environments allow for greater flexibility, team-oriented activities can get lost. The collaboration, creativity, and teamwork that seems to flow naturally in an in-person setting can often feel stilted in a virtual environment. This course examines the pros and cons of remote teamwork and provides strategies for overcoming challenges and promoting team success. Other topics include communication best practices, handling conflict, and goal setting.
Included with your course is a one (1) year complimentary subscription to Fast Company ($19.99 value). Your subscription will start with the current issue. Fast Company publishes 8 issues a year.
Use this link to register: https://catalog.mindedge.com/rsu19/courses/1913/virtual-teamwork
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Writing Better Emails
with Mind Edge, RSU 19 Adult Education
Email is a mainstay of communication technologies, especially in the business world. Though new forms of communication are constantly being developed, email remains a popular platform with an ever-growing number of users each year. This course first delves into the basics of email and provides the skills to draft messages, follow up efficiently, and manage email inboxes. The course further provides tips and techniques for crafting effective and accessible email content to help your message stand out in a crowded inbox.
Use this link to register: https://catalog.mindedge.com/rsu19/courses/1933/writing-better-emails
Enter code RSU19 at checkout for a limited time discount!
A Manager's Guide to Robotics
with Mind Edge, RSU 19 Adult Education
This course will introduce many of the concepts and metrics for management to consider when evaluating whether an investment in robotics is the right decision for the operation. The course begins by defining automation types and processes before exploring the business functions involved in making the decision to execute an automation enhancement. In addition to delving into pragmatic issues, this course also explores the strategic and ethical issues of replacing human workers with robots.
Follow this link to register: https://catalog.mindedge.com/rsu19/courses/1486/a-manager-s-guide-to-robotics
Enter code RSU19 at checkout for a limited time discount!
Basic Computer Skills Assessment
with Northstar Testing and Training, York Adult Education
This comprehensive assessment will let you know if you have the computer skills you need to be successful in school, work, and home. After testing, if you need to improve your skills, we can help you design a learning plan, either in a class, or in personalized lessons.
Creativity in Teams and Organizations
with Mind Edge, RSU 19 Adult Education
Spurring creativity in teams can be very challenging, but could also be the difference between a successful team and an unsuccessful one. This course looks at spurring creativity and innovation in teams and organizations. Drawing on the latest academic thinking, it outlines the key factors for creative teams. Further, the course focuses on tools and techniques designed to yield more productive thinking in collective settings. Participants learn about a number of targeted tools, including brainstorming, Discussion 66, Provocation, and others, to generate fresh thinking in smaller group settings and in their organizations.
Use this link to register:https://catalog.mindedge.com/rsu19/courses/324/creativity-in-teams-and-organizations
Enter code RSU19 at checkout for a limited time discount!