Communication
A selection of learning resources to help you communicate safely and effectively online. Areas of learning include how to utilise video calling software, managing social media and how to use email accounts.
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Less than 1 hour
Using online communication tools effectively
Format: eLearning
Duration: 12 minutes
Audience: Beginners
Account creation/sign in required: No
Description: Understand how to use online communication tools, social media and how to present yourself online.
User rating: 5/5 (based on 1 review)
Communicating online
Format: eLearning
Duration: 45 minutes
Audience: Beginners
Account creation/sign in required: No
Description: eLearning to support appropriate and effective online interactions with additional guidance on how to write for different online spaces.
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Microsoft Teams
Format: Webpages and Videos
Duration: Various
Audience: Beginner to Advanced in NHS Scotland
Account creation/sign in required: Yes (NHS Scotland M365 account)
Description: A collection of guidance and videos to introduce you to Microsoft Teams. Explore how to use Teams to chat, share files, collaborate in channels, schedule and participate in meetings, utilise breakout rooms and schedule webinars, town halls or live events.
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Microsoft Whiteboard
Format: Webpages and Videos
Duration: Various
Audience: Beginner to Intermediate in NHS Scotland
Account creation/sign in required: Yes (NHS Scotland M365 account)
Description: A collection of guidance and videos to introduce you to Microsoft Whiteboard. Find out how to create a new whiteboard and insert a template, as well as exploring available features.
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Microsoft Viva Engage
Format: Webpages and Videos
Duration: Various
Audience: Beginner to Intermediate in NHS Scotland
Account creation/sign in required: Yes (NHS Scotland M365 account)
Description: A collection of guidance and videos to introduce you to Microsoft Viva Engage. Discover what Viva Engage is, how to create a profile, start conversations and manage communities.
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More than 1 hour
Staying in touch
Format: eLearning
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Audience: Beginners
Account creation/sign in required: Yes
Description: Learning to support with the various aspects of staying in touch via online means, including guidance on video calling, social media and connecting with others online.
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Communication, collaboration and participation
Format: Webpage
Duration: Unknown
Audience: Beginners in Nursing
Account creation/sign in required: Yes (RCN Membership)
Description: Learn about what digital identity means and how good communication, collaboration and participation are key to working effectively in digital environments.
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