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SUMMARY:CAEd - Integration of Concepts in Adult Education/Capstone ADED 0138 Course - Online / Multi-Day
DESCRIPTION:This course is intended for individuals that have completed all other components of the CAEd program. \n\n\n\nThis is the capstone course of the CAEd program. Your project will focus on the integration of educational philosophies\, theories\, and practices explored throughout the program\, highlighting your development as an adult educator. \n\n\n\nYou have the option to complete a practicum\, an e-portfolio documenting your teaching practice development\, a scholarship of teaching and learning research project\, a capstone paper\, or other assignment as determined with the instructor. \n\n\n\nDates: May 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, June 5\, 12\, 19\, 26 \n\n\n\nLocation: Virtual classroom held on Teams
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/caed-integration-of-concepts-in-adult-education-capstone-aded-0138-course-online-multi-day/2024-05-08/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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SUMMARY: Teaching and Learning at a Distance - Online / Multi-day
DESCRIPTION:This course is a practical exploration of techniques\, systems\, challenges\, and benefits associated with distance education for adult educators in the North. It focuses on preparing teachers to facilitate distance learning based on their prior knowledge of adult learning\, communication theory\, and technology. Students will explore the use of relevant technology and appropriate instructional design in distance education. In addition\, participants will investigate ways to establish a community of learning in an online course. Students will make use of Aurora College software platforms to learn how to create and deliver a distance learning course\, in the context of the contemporary environment. Specifically\, consideration will be given to how we can enhance connectivity and better simulate in-person learning using technology in a social distancing environment. The course uses Moodle\, Teams\, Zoom\, and may include other platforms. \n\n\n\nPrerequisiteElements of Instruction \n\n\n\nDatesMarch 19th\, 26th\, April 2nd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th\, and May 7th \n\n\n\nTime7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nLocationOnline via TEAMS/Moodle \n\n\n\nTextbooksTBD \n\n\n\nInstructorHannah Vedamani
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/teaching-and-learning-at-a-distance-online-multi-day/2024-05-07/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240507T180000
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SUMMARY:BUSI 0255 Small and Medium Sized Enterprises for Local Economic Development in the Extractive Sector - Multi-Day / Online
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in starting your own business in the extractive sector? This is your opportunity to get started developing your own business plan with real-world examples and mentoring! Industry experts share their knowledge\, expertise and advice as guest speakers throughout the course. \n\n\n\nSmall and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) for Local Economic Development in the Extractive Sector\, aims to provide practical business/entrepreneurial skills for those looking to enter or expand their presence in the mining and petroleum supply chains. The focus is on understanding the context of business\, finance\, marketing and operations for these SMEs\, with an emphasis on the local community. Learn to integrate SMEs into the supply chain at any phase of the mine life cycle including exploration\, development\, production\, and reclamation. Guest Speakers include: \n\n\n\n\nSandy Sanderson – Owner Askiy Matts – Fort McMurray – Oil Sector\n\n\n\nTom Hoefer – Special Advisor to NWT & Nunuvut Chamber of Mines\, professional Geologist\,\n\n\n\nBen Nind – Executive Director – Giant Mine Oversight Board\n\n\n\nGarett Cochrane et al. – Parsons Inc. – contractors of the remediation at Giant Mine\n\n\n\nPaul Gruner – CEO\,  Tlicho Investment Group\n\n\n\nJason Snaggs – Superintendent\, Logistics\, Warehouse & Airport\, Gahcho Kué Mine\n\n\n\nMark Lewis – CEO\,  Det’on Cho Management LP\n\n\n\nLoren Coutts – Aurora College\n\n\n\nPaul McLean – CanNor\n\n\n\n\nDATESMay 7\, 2024 – June 4\, 2024 \n\n\n\nTIMESTuesdays from 6 PM – 9 PM (May 7\, 14\, 21\, 28 and June 4)Thursday from 6 PM – 9 PM (May 9\, 16\, 23\, 30)Saturdays from 9 AM – Noon (May 11\, 25\, & June 1) \n\n\n\nINSTRUCTORDr. Kim Lemky \n\n\n\nTEXTBOOKBalderson\, D.W.\, & Mombourquette\, P. (2020). Canadian Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management. 11th Edition. McGraw – Hill.Or online e-book (student can order these online) \n\n\n\nLOCATIONOnline via Teams
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/busi-0255-small-and-medium-sized-enterprises-for-local-economic-development-multi-day-online/2024-05-07/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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SUMMARY:Business Administration Math Entry Course (MATH 0023) - Online / Mutli-Day
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in attending the Business Administration Program but are missing the Math prerequisite or need to refresh your math skills? \n\n\n\nThis course will introduce students to the mathematical principles needed to be successful in the Business Administration Program. It will act as a pathway to admittance for students who may not currently meet the admission requirements or wish to refresh their skills before starting the program. The course will cover the concepts underlying math theories\, principles\, and usage. These fundamental skills are necessary to be successful in the BA Program for the development of numerical literacy. \n\n\n\nPrerequisitesEnglish 150 or English 30-2\, Math 145 or Math 20-2 or 20-1 \n\n\n\nDatesMay 7\, 2024 – June 20\, 2024 \n\n\n\nTimeTuesday and Thursday Evenings from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nLocationOnline via TEAMS/Moodle \n\n\n\nTextbookFoundations of Mathematics with Geometry\, Trigonometry\, and Statistics\, Third Edition\, by Kugathasan & Kox (Publisher: Vretta). \n\n\n\nInstructorJoanna Hartley
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/business-administration-math-entry-course-math-0023-online-mutli-day/2024-05-07/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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SUMMARY:Formulas & Functions CMPT 0013 - Online
DESCRIPTION:In this 3-hour session\, learn how to set up formulas and functions to get the Excel program to do the math for you. Topics include: \n\n\n\n\nCreating and editing formulas\n\n\n\nMathematical operators\n\n\n\nCommon functions\n\n\n\nConditional functions\n\n\n\nAbsolute & relative cell references\n\n\n\nProtecting your workbook\n\n\n\n\nInstructorHeather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/formulas-functions-cmpt-0013/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240430T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
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SUMMARY: Teaching and Learning at a Distance - Online / Multi-day
DESCRIPTION:This course is a practical exploration of techniques\, systems\, challenges\, and benefits associated with distance education for adult educators in the North. It focuses on preparing teachers to facilitate distance learning based on their prior knowledge of adult learning\, communication theory\, and technology. Students will explore the use of relevant technology and appropriate instructional design in distance education. In addition\, participants will investigate ways to establish a community of learning in an online course. Students will make use of Aurora College software platforms to learn how to create and deliver a distance learning course\, in the context of the contemporary environment. Specifically\, consideration will be given to how we can enhance connectivity and better simulate in-person learning using technology in a social distancing environment. The course uses Moodle\, Teams\, Zoom\, and may include other platforms. \n\n\n\nPrerequisiteElements of Instruction \n\n\n\nDatesMarch 19th\, 26th\, April 2nd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th\, and May 7th \n\n\n\nTime7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nLocationOnline via TEAMS/Moodle \n\n\n\nTextbooksTBD \n\n\n\nInstructorHannah Vedamani
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/teaching-and-learning-at-a-distance-online-multi-day/2024-04-30/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240425T090000
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SUMMARY:Robert’s Rules of Order - Online
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever played a team sport where only a few of the players knew the rules? The same types of challenges can occur in your meetings if your group does not understand how to properly “play the game”. In this one-day online session\, you will learn the basics of Robert’s Rules of Order\, the foremost manual on parliamentary procedures that is used by most organizations with boards of directors. By following these rules and other tips included in this session\, you can ensure your meetings will be fair\, efficient\, democratic and orderly. \n\n\n\n\nWhat are Roberts Rules of Order?\n\nHistory of the book\n\n\n\nWhat are the principles behind these rules?\n\n\n\n\n\nMotions\n\nWhat is a motion?\n\n\n\nTypes of motions and their purposes\n\n\n\nPresenting a motion\n\n\n\nSeconding a motion\n\n\n\nDebating a motion\n\n\n\nAmending a motion\n\n\n\nWithdrawing a motion\n\n\n\nVoting on a motion\n\n\n\n\n\nRequesting Points of Something\n\nWhat is a ‘Point’?\n\n\n\nTypes of points and their purposes\n\n\n\n\n\nTips for chairpersons of a meeting\n\nKnow and teach your group the rules of order\n\n\n\nSet meeting times and dates that work\n\n\n\nNotify and confirm attendance\n\n\n\nPrepare and distribute an agenda in advance\n\n\n\nRequest reports in advance\n\n\n\nStart & finish on time\n\n\n\nStick to the agenda\n\n\n\nAssign time limits for reports/debates\n\n\n\nEnsure action items are clear and assigned\n\n\n\nDo an Action Item Review each meeting\n\n\n\nDealing with “hot topics”\n\n\n\nMake every decision unanimous\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstructorHeather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/roberts-rules-of-order-2/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240423T220000
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SUMMARY: Teaching and Learning at a Distance - Online / Multi-day
DESCRIPTION:This course is a practical exploration of techniques\, systems\, challenges\, and benefits associated with distance education for adult educators in the North. It focuses on preparing teachers to facilitate distance learning based on their prior knowledge of adult learning\, communication theory\, and technology. Students will explore the use of relevant technology and appropriate instructional design in distance education. In addition\, participants will investigate ways to establish a community of learning in an online course. Students will make use of Aurora College software platforms to learn how to create and deliver a distance learning course\, in the context of the contemporary environment. Specifically\, consideration will be given to how we can enhance connectivity and better simulate in-person learning using technology in a social distancing environment. The course uses Moodle\, Teams\, Zoom\, and may include other platforms. \n\n\n\nPrerequisiteElements of Instruction \n\n\n\nDatesMarch 19th\, 26th\, April 2nd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th\, and May 7th \n\n\n\nTime7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nLocationOnline via TEAMS/Moodle \n\n\n\nTextbooksTBD \n\n\n\nInstructorHannah Vedamani
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/teaching-and-learning-at-a-distance-online-multi-day/2024-04-23/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240423T090000
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SUMMARY:Intro to Excel CMPT 0012 - Online
DESCRIPTION:This 3-hour session will introduce you to the capabilities of the MS Excel program. Learn the basics of what you can do with the powerful electronic spreadsheet program including: \n\n\n\n\nPurpose of spreadsheets\n\n\n\nMoving around the screen\n\n\n\nUsing the ‘Ribbon’\n\n\n\nEntering data\n\n\n\nCreating basic formulas\n\n\n\nSelecting cells\n\n\n\nWorking with workbooks\n\n\n\nViewing & printing\n\n\n\n\nInstructorHeather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/intro-to-excel-cmpt-0012/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240416T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
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SUMMARY: Teaching and Learning at a Distance - Online / Multi-day
DESCRIPTION:This course is a practical exploration of techniques\, systems\, challenges\, and benefits associated with distance education for adult educators in the North. It focuses on preparing teachers to facilitate distance learning based on their prior knowledge of adult learning\, communication theory\, and technology. Students will explore the use of relevant technology and appropriate instructional design in distance education. In addition\, participants will investigate ways to establish a community of learning in an online course. Students will make use of Aurora College software platforms to learn how to create and deliver a distance learning course\, in the context of the contemporary environment. Specifically\, consideration will be given to how we can enhance connectivity and better simulate in-person learning using technology in a social distancing environment. The course uses Moodle\, Teams\, Zoom\, and may include other platforms. \n\n\n\nPrerequisiteElements of Instruction \n\n\n\nDatesMarch 19th\, 26th\, April 2nd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th\, and May 7th \n\n\n\nTime7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nLocationOnline via TEAMS/Moodle \n\n\n\nTextbooksTBD \n\n\n\nInstructorHannah Vedamani
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/teaching-and-learning-at-a-distance-online-multi-day/2024-04-16/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240409T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
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SUMMARY: Teaching and Learning at a Distance - Online / Multi-day
DESCRIPTION:This course is a practical exploration of techniques\, systems\, challenges\, and benefits associated with distance education for adult educators in the North. It focuses on preparing teachers to facilitate distance learning based on their prior knowledge of adult learning\, communication theory\, and technology. Students will explore the use of relevant technology and appropriate instructional design in distance education. In addition\, participants will investigate ways to establish a community of learning in an online course. Students will make use of Aurora College software platforms to learn how to create and deliver a distance learning course\, in the context of the contemporary environment. Specifically\, consideration will be given to how we can enhance connectivity and better simulate in-person learning using technology in a social distancing environment. The course uses Moodle\, Teams\, Zoom\, and may include other platforms. \n\n\n\nPrerequisiteElements of Instruction \n\n\n\nDatesMarch 19th\, 26th\, April 2nd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th\, and May 7th \n\n\n\nTime7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nLocationOnline via TEAMS/Moodle \n\n\n\nTextbooksTBD \n\n\n\nInstructorHannah Vedamani
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/teaching-and-learning-at-a-distance-online-multi-day/2024-04-09/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240404T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T163411Z
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SUMMARY:PowerPointOnline Delivery - Online
DESCRIPTION:If you are new to working with this presentation software\, this 1-day online session is for you! You will be introduced to the capabilities of the program and learn some basic techniques for creating and delivering a simple slide show. You will learn some of the tips and tricks for working with the software\, but the session includes even more\, such as the five rules for creating great PowerPoints\, how to ensure that your audience gets your message\, and that they remember it long after you finish! \n\n\n\nInstructorHeather Lyon \n\n\n\nFor information/registration please contact Karen Horn at (867) 920-8802 or email khorn@auroracollege.nt.ca
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/powerpointonline-delivery/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240402T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20240216T183327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T185012Z
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SUMMARY: Teaching and Learning at a Distance - Online / Multi-day
DESCRIPTION:This course is a practical exploration of techniques\, systems\, challenges\, and benefits associated with distance education for adult educators in the North. It focuses on preparing teachers to facilitate distance learning based on their prior knowledge of adult learning\, communication theory\, and technology. Students will explore the use of relevant technology and appropriate instructional design in distance education. In addition\, participants will investigate ways to establish a community of learning in an online course. Students will make use of Aurora College software platforms to learn how to create and deliver a distance learning course\, in the context of the contemporary environment. Specifically\, consideration will be given to how we can enhance connectivity and better simulate in-person learning using technology in a social distancing environment. The course uses Moodle\, Teams\, Zoom\, and may include other platforms. \n\n\n\nPrerequisiteElements of Instruction \n\n\n\nDatesMarch 19th\, 26th\, April 2nd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th\, and May 7th \n\n\n\nTime7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nLocationOnline via TEAMS/Moodle \n\n\n\nTextbooksTBD \n\n\n\nInstructorHannah Vedamani
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/teaching-and-learning-at-a-distance-online-multi-day/2024-04-02/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240326T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
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SUMMARY: Teaching and Learning at a Distance - Online / Multi-day
DESCRIPTION:This course is a practical exploration of techniques\, systems\, challenges\, and benefits associated with distance education for adult educators in the North. It focuses on preparing teachers to facilitate distance learning based on their prior knowledge of adult learning\, communication theory\, and technology. Students will explore the use of relevant technology and appropriate instructional design in distance education. In addition\, participants will investigate ways to establish a community of learning in an online course. Students will make use of Aurora College software platforms to learn how to create and deliver a distance learning course\, in the context of the contemporary environment. Specifically\, consideration will be given to how we can enhance connectivity and better simulate in-person learning using technology in a social distancing environment. The course uses Moodle\, Teams\, Zoom\, and may include other platforms. \n\n\n\nPrerequisiteElements of Instruction \n\n\n\nDatesMarch 19th\, 26th\, April 2nd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th\, and May 7th \n\n\n\nTime7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nLocationOnline via TEAMS/Moodle \n\n\n\nTextbooksTBD \n\n\n\nInstructorHannah Vedamani
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/teaching-and-learning-at-a-distance-online-multi-day/2024-03-26/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240326T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20240110T221051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T221055Z
UID:10000343-1711443600-1711468800@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Excel Advanced – Instructor-led Online Series
DESCRIPTION:This two day workshop is for experienced users of the Excel program. In this session\, we learn some of the more advanced features of Excel\, including advanced functions such as lookup\, date & time\, and financial functions; how to nest functions; Data analysis using Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts; and how to perform What-if Analyses. We also learn how to create forms in Excel. Students should have a good understanding of the basics of the program before taking this course. \n\n\n\nFunctions & Formulas: \n\n\n\n\nNamed Ranges\n\n\n\nLookup Functions\n\n\n\nDate & Time Functions\n\n\n\nChecking for Formula Errors\n\n\n\nData Verification\n\n\n\nFinancial Functions\n\n\n\nNesting Functions\n\n\n\n\nPivot Tables & Pivot Charts: \n\n\n\n\nCustomizing Pivot Tables\n\n\n\nFilters\n\n\n\nData Slicers\n\n\n\nGrouping Data\n\n\n\nCreating a Pivot Chart\n\n\n\nChanging Pivot Chart Options\n\n\n\nDrilling Down\n\n\n\n\nCreating Forms in Excel: \n\n\n\n\nAdding Command Buttons\n\n\n\nSpin Buttons and Scroll Bars\n\n\n\nCheck Boxes and Option Buttons\n\n\n\nList Boxes and Combo Boxes\n\n\n\nGroup Box\n\n\n\nText Boxes\n\n\n\n\nPerforming What-if Analysis: \n\n\n\n\nUsing the Goal Seek Tool\n\n\n\nWorking with Scenarios\n\n\n\nUsing Cell Watch\n\n\n\n\nDate: March 19 & 26\, 2024 \n\n\n\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nCost: $700.00 \n\n\n\nLocation: Online \n\n\n\nInstructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/excel-advanced-instructor-led-online-series-2/2024-03-26/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240322T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20240110T220817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T220821Z
UID:10000340-1711011600-1711123200@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Writing & Editing Skills - Making the Message Clear - Instructor-led Online
DESCRIPTION:Good business writing leads to good business decisions\, which leads to good business. This course emphasizes business writing (letters\, memos\, emails\, documents\, web material) with the reader and readability in mind. In two days you will focus on new formats\, writing style\, tone\, clarity\, conciseness and results while exploring new skills and time saving approaches. \n\n\n\n\nSpend less time writing and more time communicating\n\n\n\nMotivate and persuade readers to take action\n\n\n\nDevelop an active\, objective and powerful writing style\n\n\n\nWrite sensitive or negative messages in a positive way\n\n\n\nUnderstand the importance of word choice\n\n\n\nLearn the implications of FOIP in written documentation\n\n\n\nPrepare written information with objectivity and a results perspective\n\n\n\nDevelop time saving approaches to minute taking\n\n\n\n\nOutline: \n\n\n\nWhy is writing so difficult to do? \n\n\n\nPreparing to Write \n\n\n\n\nPurpose\n\n\n\nAudience\n\n\n\nTone\n\n\n\n\nChoosing a Format \n\n\n\n\nEmails/Memos\n\n\n\nBusiness Letters\n\n\n\nReports\n\n\n\nAdvertising Material\n\n\n\nInstructional Documents\n\n\n\nHistorical Records\n\n\n\n\nPutting it All Together \n\n\n\n\nStart with an Outline\n\n\n\nGreetings & Introductions\n\n\n\nMain body of the message\n\n\n\nWrapping things up\n\n\n\nProof-reading & Editing\n\n\n\n\nEffective and Efficient  \n\n\n\n\nClear & Simple\n\nVocabulary\n\n\n\nSentence length & structure\n\n\n\nParagraph length\n\n\n\n\n\nReadability\n\nHeadings\n\n\n\nLists/Tables\n\n\n\nPage Numbering\n\n\n\nUnderlining & Italics\n\n\n\nFont size and weight\n\n\n\nGraphics & Pictures\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMechanics of Writing \n\n\n\n\nCorrect word choice\n\n\n\nCorrect spelling\n\n\n\nComma usage\n\n\n\nCapitalization\n\n\n\nNumbers\n\n\n\nAbbreviations\n\n\n\nLatin expressions\n\n\n\nSubjects & Verbs\n\n\n\nColons & Semi-colons\n\n\n\n\nBest Practices & Practical Application \n\n\n\n\nEmails/Memos\n\n\n\nBusiness Letters\n\n\n\nReports\n\n\n\nAdvertising Material\n\n\n\nInstructional Documents\n\n\n\nHistorical Records\n\n\n\n\nDate: March 21 & 22\, 2024 \n\n\n\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nLocation: Online \n\n\n\nCost: $600.00 \n\n\n\nInstructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/writing-editing-skills-making-the-message-clear-instructor-led-online-2/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240319T220000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20240216T183327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T185012Z
UID:10000438-1710874800-1710885600@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY: Teaching and Learning at a Distance - Online / Multi-day
DESCRIPTION:This course is a practical exploration of techniques\, systems\, challenges\, and benefits associated with distance education for adult educators in the North. It focuses on preparing teachers to facilitate distance learning based on their prior knowledge of adult learning\, communication theory\, and technology. Students will explore the use of relevant technology and appropriate instructional design in distance education. In addition\, participants will investigate ways to establish a community of learning in an online course. Students will make use of Aurora College software platforms to learn how to create and deliver a distance learning course\, in the context of the contemporary environment. Specifically\, consideration will be given to how we can enhance connectivity and better simulate in-person learning using technology in a social distancing environment. The course uses Moodle\, Teams\, Zoom\, and may include other platforms. \n\n\n\nPrerequisiteElements of Instruction \n\n\n\nDatesMarch 19th\, 26th\, April 2nd\, 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 30th\, and May 7th \n\n\n\nTime7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nLocationOnline via TEAMS/Moodle \n\n\n\nTextbooksTBD \n\n\n\nInstructorHannah Vedamani
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/teaching-and-learning-at-a-distance-online-multi-day/2024-03-19/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240319T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240319T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20240110T221051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T221055Z
UID:10000342-1710838800-1710864000@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Excel Advanced – Instructor-led Online Series
DESCRIPTION:This two day workshop is for experienced users of the Excel program. In this session\, we learn some of the more advanced features of Excel\, including advanced functions such as lookup\, date & time\, and financial functions; how to nest functions; Data analysis using Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts; and how to perform What-if Analyses. We also learn how to create forms in Excel. Students should have a good understanding of the basics of the program before taking this course. \n\n\n\nFunctions & Formulas: \n\n\n\n\nNamed Ranges\n\n\n\nLookup Functions\n\n\n\nDate & Time Functions\n\n\n\nChecking for Formula Errors\n\n\n\nData Verification\n\n\n\nFinancial Functions\n\n\n\nNesting Functions\n\n\n\n\nPivot Tables & Pivot Charts: \n\n\n\n\nCustomizing Pivot Tables\n\n\n\nFilters\n\n\n\nData Slicers\n\n\n\nGrouping Data\n\n\n\nCreating a Pivot Chart\n\n\n\nChanging Pivot Chart Options\n\n\n\nDrilling Down\n\n\n\n\nCreating Forms in Excel: \n\n\n\n\nAdding Command Buttons\n\n\n\nSpin Buttons and Scroll Bars\n\n\n\nCheck Boxes and Option Buttons\n\n\n\nList Boxes and Combo Boxes\n\n\n\nGroup Box\n\n\n\nText Boxes\n\n\n\n\nPerforming What-if Analysis: \n\n\n\n\nUsing the Goal Seek Tool\n\n\n\nWorking with Scenarios\n\n\n\nUsing Cell Watch\n\n\n\n\nDate: March 19 & 26\, 2024 \n\n\n\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nCost: $700.00 \n\n\n\nLocation: Online \n\n\n\nInstructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/excel-advanced-instructor-led-online-series-2/2024-03-19/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20240110T220534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T220537Z
UID:10000339-1707210000-1707235200@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Speak Up\, Speak Out - Instructor-led Online
DESCRIPTION:Surveys indicate that many people list public speaking as their greatest fear – while fear of death is listed farther down the list!  If you are someone who would rather die than speak up in public\, this one-day course is for you.  In addition to learning what it takes to be effective in any public speaking situation – whether making a formal presentation or just offering an opinion in a meeting\, you will gain valuable experience in facing your fear and moving through it. \n\n\n\n\nDate: February 6\, 2024Time: 9:00 a.m. –  4:00 p.m.Location: Virtual \n\n\n\nCost: $350.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/speak-up-speak-out-instructor-led-online/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20240130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20231106T160205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T160208Z
UID:10000338-1706605200-1706630400@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:PowerPoint - Instructor-led Online
DESCRIPTION:If you are new to working with this presentation software\, this 1-day online session is for you! You will be introduced to the capabilities of the program and learn some basic techniques for creating and delivering a simple slide show. You will learn some of the tips and tricks for working with the software\, but the session includes even more\, such as the five rules for creating great PowerPoints\, how to ensure that your audience gets your message\, and that they remember it long after you finish! \n\n\n\nDate: January 30\, 2024Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Cost: $350.00Instructor: Heather LyonFor information/registration please contact Karen Horn at (867) 920-8802 or emailkhorn@auroracollege.nt.ca
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/powerpoint-instructor-led-online/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20230529T205157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230529T205201Z
UID:10000281-1702976400-1702987200@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Excel Extras - Instructor-led Online Series
DESCRIPTION:You know the basics of the Excel program. Now learn about what else you can do to make workingwith this program even easier and more effective in this 3-hour session. Topics include: \n\n\n\n\nWorking with graphics\n\n\n\nInserting a screenshot\n\n\n\nSorting & Filtering\n\n\n\nUsing hyperlinks\n\n\n\nUsing comments\n\n\n\nDrop-down lists\n\n\n\nGrouping & Subtotals\n\n\n\nQuick Analysis\n\n\n\n\nDate: December 19\, 2023Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/excel-extras-instructor-led-online-series-2/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20230413T202459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T220543Z
UID:10000252-1701954000-1701964800@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Word Extras - Instructor-led Online Series
DESCRIPTION:You know the basics of the Word program. Now learn about what else you can do to make workingwith this program even easier and more effective in this 3-hour session. Topics include: \n\n\n\n\nWorking with Tabs\n\n\n\nEnvelopes & Labels\n\n\n\nMail Merge\n\n\n\nTracking Changes\n\n\n\nUsing comments\n\n\n\nProofing Tools\n\n\n\nHeaders & Footers\n\n\n\nPage Numbering\n\n\n\n\nDate: December 7\, 2023Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/word-extras-instructor-led-online-series/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20230413T202151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T220447Z
UID:10000251-1701781200-1701792000@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Tables & Illustrations - Instructor-led Online Series - Word Training
DESCRIPTION:In the Word program\, you can insert a variety of items to enhance the information and make it morevisually appealing to your audience. Learn how to use the following items: \n\n\n\n\nWorking with Tables\n\n\n\nInserting a Picture\n\n\n\nWorking with Shapes\n\n\n\nSmartArt Graphics\n\n\n\nInserting Screenshots\n\n\n\nWorking with Charts\n\n\n\n\nDate: December 5\, 2023Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/tables-illustrations-instructor-led-online-series-word-training/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20230529T205123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230529T205126Z
UID:10000280-1701766800-1701777600@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Charts & Tables - Instructor-led Online Series - Excel Training
DESCRIPTION:In the Excel program\, you can convert your data from a spreadsheet into a table and/orchart. Learn how you can turn dry financial and statistical information into a vibrant visualdisplay that will have a powerful impact on your audience! \n\n\n\n\nCharts vs. Tables\n\n\n\nCreating a chart\n\n\n\nChanging chart types\n\n\n\nChanging chart layout and location\n\n\n\nUsing sparklines\n\n\n\nCreating a table\n\n\n\nCreating a Pivot Table\n\n\n\n\nDate: December 5\, 2023Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/charts-tables-instructor-led-online-series-excel-training-2/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20230504T165656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T165659Z
UID:10000276-1701334800-1701446400@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Reading and Understanding Financial Statements - Instructor-led Online
DESCRIPTION:You pay all kinds of money to your accountant to prepare annual financial statements for your business\, but do you really know how to read them? This workshop goes through the sections of basic financial statements including balance sheets\, income statements and supporting documents to give you a thorough understanding of the information they contain. You will learn how to use common ratios used by lenders and investors to determine the health of your business\, as well as ways to thoroughly analyze the information contained in the statements. \n\n\n\nCourse Objectives: \n\n\n\n\nTo learn how the double entry accounting system works\n\n\n\nTo develop an understanding of the principles of accounting used in financial statements\n\n\n\nTo learn what information is included in a balance sheet\n\n\n\nTo learn what information is included in an income statement\n\n\n\nTo learn how to analyze the information in financial statements\n\n\n\nTo learn how to prepare a statement of cash flowsCourse\n\n\n\n\nDate: November 30 & December 1\, 2023Time:  9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Cost: $600.00
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/reading-and-understanding-financial-statements-instructor-led-online/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20221125T221711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230413T192534Z
UID:10000216-1701334800-1701446400@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Reading and Understanding Financial Statements - ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:You pay all kinds of money to your accountant to prepare annual financial statements for your business\, but do you really know how to read them? This workshop goes through the sections of basic financial statements including balance sheets\, income statements and supporting documents to give you a thorough understanding of the information they contain. You will learn how to use common ratios used by lenders and investors to determine the health of your business\, as well as ways to thoroughly analyze the information contained in the statements. \n\n\n\nCourse Objectives: \n\n\n\n\nTo learn how the double entry accounting system works\n\n\n\nTo develop an understanding of the principles of accounting used in financial statements\n\n\n\nTo learn what information is included in a balance sheet\n\n\n\nTo learn what information is included in an income statement\n\n\n\nTo learn how to analyze the information in financial statements\n\n\n\nTo learn how to prepare a statement of cash flowsCourse\n\n\n\n\nDate: November 30 & December 1\, 2023Time:  9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Cost: $600.00
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/reading-and-understanding-financial-statements-online/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Con-Ed-Accounting-Stock-Photo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231129T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20230504T165558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T165601Z
UID:10000275-1701075600-1701273600@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:BOOKKEEPER & FINANCIAL CLERK/ASSISTANT TRAINING – INTRO TO ACCOUNTING - Instructor-led Online
DESCRIPTION:This class is designed to enhance the knowledge of people presently employed in a bookkeeping or finance position\, or interested in pursuing a career in a bookkeeping position. \n\n\n\nCourse Description \n\n\n\nThis 3-day course looks at the theory and the steps involved in preparing books for a business or organization in the NWT. Using an accounting simulation consisting of actual source documents from a fictitious business\, students will enter one month of financial transactions for a small company using the five-journal system. This course will show students who use a computerized software program what is actually happening behind the entry screens on their computer and will give them a better overall understanding of the accounting process. Please note: This class includes intensive\, hands-on work that will require your full attention. It is strongly suggested that if you are participating in these on-line sessions\, you take the class in an environment where you can focus solely on the class. You will need a calculator or adding machine for this session. \n\n\n\nCourse objectivesAfter completing this course\, you will be able to:Better understand the accounting process used in the 5 Journal manual accounting system \n\n\n\n\nBe familiar with the steps involved in the annual accounting cycle\n\n\n\nUnderstand the five account categories used in accounting\n\n\n\nUnderstand Debits & Credits\n\n\n\n\nDates: November 27 – 29\, 2023Times: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Location: OnlineInstructor: Heather LyonCost: 750.00
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/bookkeeper-financial-clerk-assistant-training-intro-to-accounting-instructor-led-online/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20230413T201942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T220326Z
UID:10000250-1700571600-1700582400@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Formatting the Document - Instructor-led Online Series - Word Training
DESCRIPTION:Make your Word documents look more professional by learning how to properly format varioustypes of documents quickly & easily. In this 3-hour session\, you will learn how to work with: \n\n\n\n\nText alignment\n\n\n\nFonts & sizes\n\n\n\nBorders\n\n\n\nColours and patterns\n\n\n\nFormat painter\n\n\n\nThemes & Styles\n\n\n\nPage Setup\n\n\n\nInserting the Date & Time\n\n\n\n\nDate: November 21\, 2023Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/formatting-the-document-instructor-led-online-series-word-training/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Inuvik:20231121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T121614
CREATED:20230529T204933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230529T204936Z
UID:10000279-1700557200-1700568000@www.auroracollege.nt.ca
SUMMARY:Formatting the Worksheet - Instructor-led Online Series - Excel Training
DESCRIPTION:Make your Excel workbooks look professional and readable by learning how to properlyformat all the aspects of your spreadsheet. In this 3-hour session\, you will learn how towork with: \n\n\n\n\nFormatting dates & numbers\n\n\n\nCell alignment\n\n\n\nFonts & sizes\n\n\n\nBorders\n\n\n\nColours and patterns\n\n\n\nFormat painter\n\n\n\nThemes & Styles\n\n\n\nConditional formatting\n\n\n\n\nDate: November 21\, 2023Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Cost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/formatting-the-worksheet-instructor-led-online-series-excel-training-2/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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SUMMARY:Writing & Editing Skills - Making the Message Clear
DESCRIPTION:Good business writing leads to good business decisions\, which leads to good business. This course emphasizes business writing (letters\, memos\, emails\, documents\, web material) with the reader and readability in mind. In two days you will focus on new formats\, writing style\, tone\, clarity\, conciseness and results while exploring new skills and time saving approaches. \n\n\n\nSpend less time writing and more time communicating \n\n\n\nMotivate and persuade readers to take action \n\n\n\nDevelop an active\, objective and powerful writing style \n\n\n\nWrite sensitive or negative messages in a positive way \n\n\n\nUnderstand the importance of word choice \n\n\n\nLearn the implications of FOIP in written documentation \n\n\n\nPrepare written information with objectivity and a results perspective \n\n\n\nDevelop time saving approaches to minute takingOutline:Why is writing so difficult to do?Preparing to Write Purpose Audience ToneChoosing a Format Emails/Memos Business Letters Reports Advertising Material Instructional Documents Historical RecordsPutting it All Together Start with an Outline Greetings & Introductions Main body of the message Wrapping things up Proof-reading & EditingEffective and Efficient Clear & Simpleo Vocabularyo Sentence length & structureo Paragraph length Readabilityo Headingso Lists/Tableso Page Numberingo Underlining & Italicso Font size and weighto Graphics & PicturesMechanics of Writing Correct word choice Correct spelling Comma usage Capitalization Numbers Abbreviations Latin expressions Subjects & Verbs Colons & Semi-colonsBest Practices & Practical Application Emails/Memos Business Letters Reports Advertising Material Instructional Documents Historical Records \n\n\n\nDate: November 15 & 16\, 2023Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Location: OnlineCost: $600.00Instructor: Heather Lyon
URL:https://www.auroracollege.nt.ca/event/writing-editing-skills-making-the-message-clear/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education Aurora Campus, Inuvik,Continuing Education Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith,Continuing Education Yellowknife North Slave Campus,Continuing Education, Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Horn":MAILTO:KHorn@auroracollege.ca
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