Basic Tech Help for Online and HyFlex Classes - Webinar - Advanced registration required!

Basic Tech Help for Online and HyFlex Classes

Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Time: 1 - 3 p.m. Central Standard Time (Not sure what time this is in your time zone? You can use Google or an online time zone converter. Make sure to adjust it to the two time zones you need to compare!)

Cost: There is no fee for this training, but your tax-deductible donation will support our tutor training program and literacy learners across Minnesota!

Presenters: Elizabeth Bennett (she/her), Statewide Distance Learning Specialist, Literacy Minnesota. About Elizabeth.

Nick Houlson (he/him), Digital Navigator, Literacy Minnesota. About Nick.

Description: Are you currently teaching or volunteering in an online or hybrid/HyFlex class? Is your current class pivoting to online instruction? Join this session to learn about common technology issues and basic skills you will need to support learners in Zoom or Google Meet. We will also provide real-life examples of meaningful roles that volunteers can play in online and HyFlex classes.

Practice and prepare skills like joining online, managing your meetings and keeping students in the loop. We'll also discuss common pitfalls to avoid.

NO SPECIAL TECH OR IT SKILLS ARE REQUIRED! The only requirements for being a tech helper are patience, a sense of humor, and willingness to learn.

Please note that you may be asked to participate in discussion groups during the webinar. Please plan to join us from a quiet setting where you can see the PowerPoint slides and use your audio.

CEUs will be emailed to participants after the webinar, typically within 1-2 business days. Please note that if you miss more than 15 minutes of the session, we are unable to issue you CEUs or count your attendance towards a certificate.

Will there be a recording? Yes! The recording will be posted on the MN Adult Education PD YouTube channel. (Time spent in breakout room discussions will not be recorded.) Please note that we cannot issue CEUs for watching the recording.

This workshop meets the Foundations of Adult Education Tutoring requirements.

This workshop meets the Foundations of Volunteering in the Adult Education Classroom requirements.

Advanced registration required! Please click "Register" above. Registration is open up until the webinar start time, but we recommend registering at least one day in advance if possible in case you need assistance. We may not be available if you request registration assistance immediately before or at the webinar start time.

Questions? Contact Kelly at [email protected] or 651-251-9074.

Literacy Minnesota is committed to providing access for people with disabilities at our trainings and events. To request accommodations, please contact Kelly at [email protected] or 651-251-9074 at least two weeks in advance.