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WordPress Using the UW Theme   (back)
 
Description:

This course will teach content creators and editors how to add and modify content using the latest version of the UW-Madison WordPress theme. Attendees will learn how to log in to access their site, navigate the WordPress interface, customize their site, create pages, create posts, create custom menus for your site, and add content such as text and media (pictures, file downloads) to your pages and posts.



Course Outline

  • Logging Into Your Site

  • Customizing Your Site

  • Creating Pages

  • Setting A Home Page

  • Creating Posts

  • Working With the Media Library

  • Creating A Custom Menu

  • Creating Posts



This course is free of charge, and can be attended by anyone interested in using WordPress on campus with the new UW Theme. For more information regarding the WordPress theme, please visit the UW-Madison WordPress site. To learn more about the WiscWeb service using WordPress, visit the WiscWeb Service site.

Contact Info:
Matt Goins (matt.goins@wisc.edu)
Intended Audience:
UW-Madison individuals, departments, and groups interested in delivering an engaging online experience for students, potential students, parents, faculty, staff, and interested visitors.
 
 
 
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