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Web Content Management System

General Overview

Become acquainted with the layout and functions of the Web Content Management System (WCMS). This video gives users a basic understanding of how to operate and find help on WCMS while explaining important reference areas
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Updating Content

Illustrating the fundamentals of formatting information on the Web Content Management System this video covers how to update content, keep information visually consistent, and successfully publish new materials.
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Adding Images

Learn to make information stand out through the use of images. By watching this video users see how to upload photos, the formatting basics, and advanced aesthetic options available through the Web Content Management System.
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Adding Links

This video shows the advanced application of inserting three different types of links within the Web Content Management System. Users will understand how to attach emails, external websites, and internal pages to specific content for better communication and navigation by viewers.
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Pasting from External Sources

Have outside information that needs to be inserted onto a page in WCMS? No problem, this video demonstrates how to take external material from Microsoft Word and paste it directly into the WCMS editing workspace.
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Uploading a PDF

Learn how to take an external PDF and place it inside the Web Content Management System. This video shows the navigation and functions used during this process.
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News and Event Item

Create news and event items on your department website by watching this video. You can easily watch the process of creating and deleting items while still being shown the differences between a news item and an event.
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The Arts & Science College Directory

Navigating to the Directory

Follow this video to see how you can navigate to the college directory; with three different ways to get there it can be a bit confusing on your own.
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General Overview

Understand the basics of the college directory through this videos demonstration of the layout, functions, CV creation, and support offered on this system.
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Images, Documents, and Links

Demonstrate your personality on the college directory by seeing the various tools available on your profile. This video shows how to create, upload, delete, and alter photos, documents, or links you may want others to see.
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Creating Personal Summaries

Learn to illustrate who you are and what you have accomplished through the power of words. This video shows users how to create, edit, and delete personalized summaries on the College Directory system.
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Editing Permission and Access Settings

By watching this video you will see how you can alter security settings on your College Directory account. Several options are explained in detail so that information can be personalized to your comfort level.
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Editing the Layout

Discover the various ways you can personalize your college directory account by rearranging, adding, and deleting different pages. This video shows the user how to have more control and create the desired layout for those viewing their profile.
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Profile Details

Become acquainted with the amazing features that the college directory offers to those looking to generate a CV, showcase achievements, and contribute to ones profile.
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Creating a Profile Picture

Watch this short video to see how quick and easy it is to add, alter, and delete a profile picture on the college directory.
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Editing Groups

Whether its changing, adding, or deleting new members this video covers it all. By demonstrating two separate ways to alter groups one can easily accomplish this, sometimes daunting, task.
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The Arts & Science Tab

General Overview

Discover all the useful tools available to you through the Arts and Science tab located through your paws account. This video explains the location, layout, and general functions so you can benefit from this resource.
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Mailing Lists

See how easy it is to locate an individual, department, or division while on your paws account. With a clear explanation and demonstration of how to use the mailing list communication between parties can become quick and easy.
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Synchronizing Your Password

Want to have complete access while on campus to matter what device you are using? Watch this video to learn how to synchronize your password and eliminate future problems that can arise if you alter your password or on a different system.
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Other Help Resources

Arts and Science Student IT FAQ

College of Arts and Science Student IT Frequently Asked Questions

http://artsandscience.usask.ca/it/studentfaq/

Arts and Science Faculty/Staff IT FAQ

College of Arts and Science Faculty and Staff IT Frequently Asked Questions

http://artsandscience.usask.ca/it/facultyfaq/

IT4U

IT4U is a service just for students. Our goal is to improve the learning experience for you by providing assessment of your IT skills and assistance in improving those skills.

http://www.usask.ca/it4u/

ITS Training Services

Training Services offers effective and up-to-date technology training solutions for the entire campus community. Discover how to cut your processing time and frustration in half with help from our training team. We offer a vast array of training opportunities that can be customized to meet your specific needs and timelines. Many of our scheduled courses are free of charge for campus members and are offered on a regular basis.

http://www.training.usask.ca/