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Human Resources
Erin Hillson, Human Resources Director

Online Learning Resources

This page includes some free or low-cost online learning resources we recommend. As with any work-related purchase or training, make sure you have supervisor approval and support.

Below are our current Online Learning Resources in alphabetical order within each category listed. 

If you need technical support with any of them, please communicate with the provider listed. 

 

City Operations

 

Communications

 

External Learning Libraries

 

Leadership Development

 

Microsoft

 

Miscellaneous

 

Productivity

 

Racial Equity & Social Justice

 

Wellness

 

Tips for Finding Great Remote Learning for your Team

Where to find high-quality content:

  • Industry websites and associations
  • Federal or state equivalents of your agency
  • Universities, vocational and technical school websites
  • Your current software providers (check out the resources page for tutorials, trainings, or knowledgebase articles)

Regardless of the source, here’s what to look for in free or low-cost training content:

  • Is it from a reputable source? Does that person or organization have authority in your industry?
  • Does it have built-in interactivity? Does the content keep employees engaged in the training?
  • Do materials cover all the pertinent regulations and do they align with your organization’s goals?
  • Is the information up to date? Are relevant illustrations to the subject and industry included?
  • Do quizzes gage employees’ knowledge of the subject?
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