Digitisation Planning Half-Day Workshop (virtual)

FAQs

• Is this event for beginners or those starting from scratch?

  Yes. This is a foundation level workshop to introduce concepts of collections digitisation. It is ideal for those who know what digitisation is but are not sure where to start or what to do next.

  It is also suited to organisations looking to refresh or review their existing collections digitisation work.

• Can I attend this virtual workshop if I am based in Perth?

  Yes.

  We run virtual and in-person versions of this workshop specifically to address the challenges of travel and access to PD in our State. However, if you cannot attend the In-Person Half Day Workshop on 20th November you can attend the virtual session.

  Alternately, you can email WABranch@amaga.org.au to arrange a personalised training session for yourself or your organisation, or request the workshop be run again. We're open to re-running sessions if there is enough interest,

• Do I need a paid subscription to Zoom in order to attend the virtual workshop?

  No.

  You can join most Zoom sessions without creating a Zoom account if you're invited by the meeting host (that's AMaGA WA in this case)

  You'll only need a Zoom account if:

  • You're hosting or scheduling meetings.

  • The meeting host requires authentication.

  • You want to manage your personal settings or subscription.

  For more information about accessing Zoom, visit their FAQs page.

• I'm not confident using online tools - will I still be able to participate?

  Yes.

  All our trainers are skilled in virtual presenting and assisting people to make the most of the digital tools available to them. We approach our training with patience and understanding to ensure everyone can participate and learn comfortably.

  AMaGA WA is a Be Connected Network Partner and Australian Seniors Computer Clubs Association (ASCCA) member. These are steps we've taken to upskill ourselves to enhance the digital confidence and literacy of our audiences.

  Want to learn more? Try these free online courses:

  How to Use Zoom (Be Connected)

  What you need to use Zoom (Be Connected / e-safety Commissioner)

  Joining & participating in Zoom Webinars (Zoom support)

• Is this virtual event accessible?

  Mostly.

  AMaGA WA strives to deliver accessible training sessions but acknowledges that we have some learning to do in order to make our sessions fully accessible.

  Our training sessions can be tailored to include the following access tools and we invite you to get in touch with your specific needs. When you register for this event you will be asked to share your needs or contact us directly to have a chat about what you need to comfortably engage with this training.

  • Automatic captions

  • Live captions

  • Breaks and controlling your own camera or mic

  • Avoid seizure inducting imagery or content

  • Free inclusion of support worker or carer

  • Audio descriptions

  • Easy Read font / large text

• I attended the in-person workshop on 20th November, can I still attend this one?

  Yes, but please be aware the content of this workshop will be the same.

  Every workshop varies based on the participants and the knowledge they share. No two workshops ever turn out the same - even if the facilitators and content don't change.

  If you still feel unsure about collections digitisation after attending the in-person session, you can book the virtual session to consolidate your knowledge in quick succession.

  No discounts apply if you have already attended the in-person session.