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Explore with YouTube.

YouTube is an an online video sharing website that launched in 2005 and since then has become one of the most visited websites in the world. You may or may not have heard of YouTube, but it has millions of videos to watch right from your device. From videos on how-to cook a big family meal, cute animals doing funny things, or videos of your favourite musician performing, whatever your interests are, there is something on YouTube for everyone. If you are brand new to the platform or are looking to learn more you are in the right place!

This course has been designed to help new users to get started on YouTube, and learn the most common and basic functions of the platform. Throughout this course you will learn how to search for and watch videos, subscribe to channels, create a YouTube account, and understand the different menu options on the website.


What will I be learning?

  1. Introduction to the YouTube website and an explanation of the main menu options.
  2. Understand what YouTube is, what it is used for and what are the benefits of using YouTube.
  3. Learn how to search for videos
  4. Learn how to watch videos
  5. Understand what a YouTube Channel is
  6. Learn how to subscribe to YouTube channels that you are interested in

What do I need to get started for this course?

  • A device (computer, laptop, tablet, smartphone)
  • Internet Connection (Wi-Fi) or Cellular Data