Learning Opportunities
Introduction to WordPress at Boise State
Participants will learn how to use WordPress and Boise State’s WordPress theme, including creating pages and content, using the block editor, creating and managing local and section navigation, and understanding web standards and best practices.
Register for “Introduction to WordPress” (Live Zoom session)
Recorded Session
This class is available online via a recorded Zoom session. Contact the Help Desk to request access to the video recording.
Gravity Forms Basics
Gravity Forms is the supported method used for WordPress forms development and management at Boise State. By ensuring web form data is transmitted and stored in a secure, reliable manner, Gravity Forms is an effective and reliable form solution. Learn when to use a Gravity Form, how to design forms, and how to manage form data.
It is strongly recommended that individuals who are new to Boise State’s WordPress theme attend the “Introduction to WordPress” session (or view a session recording) before registering for this learning opportunity.
Register for “Gravity Forms Basics” (Live Zoom session)
Web Accessibility at Boise State University
Boise State values inclusiveness and access for all students, faculty and staff. The Americans with Disabilities Act prevents individuals with disabilities from being denied the benefits of services, programs or activities at Boise State, which including content on our WordPress public-facing websites. This session will address how accessibility standards impact current web content, how you can help bring your content into compliance, and best practices for creating future content that both minimizes legal risk to the University and ensures access for everyone.
It is strongly recommended that individuals who are new to Boise State’s WordPress theme attend the “Introduction to WordPress” session (or view a session recording) before registering for this learning opportunity.
Register for “Web Accessibility at Boise State University” (Live Zoom session)
Create Accessible Documents for the Web
Learn how to create accessible PDF and Microsoft Office documents for the web. Participants will also learn techniques for repairing existing documents to comply with federal law and university policy.
It is strongly recommended that individuals who are new to Boise State’s WordPress theme attend the “Introduction to WordPress” session (or view a session recording) before registering for this learning opportunity.
Register for “Create Accessible Documents for the Web” (Live Zoom session)
Web Content Accessibility Micro-Certification Badge
The Web Content Accessibility Micro-Certification Badge is a free professional development opportunity for all eligible Boise State employees. The course is available in a flexible online format and designed to meet the needs of WordPress site administrators and web content editors to draft, edit, publish, and remediate accessible web content.
Register for Web Content Accessibility Micro-Certification Badge Course
Google Analytics 4 Tutorials and Self-paced Training
Boise State uses Google Analytics to track how people interact with our website content, helping us make improvements for a better user experience and clearer communication.
Access training and dashboards to learn more about your website performance
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Overview
Boise State uses a WordPress plugin called Yoast SEO Premium to help optimize web pages for search.
Start with the SEO overview to learn about focus keywords, title tags, meta descriptions and more
Next learn how to use the features of the Yoast plugin with the Yoast WordPress SEO Tutorial
Introduction to Localist
In this class, you’ll learn everything you need to effectively use Localist from the ground up. Discover how to request access and log in, create and manage engaging events, and utilize tags to improve discoverability. We’ll also cover how to request and customize widgets to seamlessly integrate events into your website. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your Localist skills, this session will give you the confidence to navigate the platform and make the most of its powerful tools.
Recorded Session
This class is available online via a recorded Zoom session.