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==About This Article==
 
This article includes an overview of the LinkedIn Learning online learning service offered through Winona State University. It is intended for all students and employees.
 
  
==What is LinkedIn Learning?==
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'''LinkedIn Learning''' (https://www.linkedin.com/learning) is an online learning platform licensed by {{WSU}} that provides access to thousands of self-paced courses led by professional instructors. Any {{WSU}} student or employee can sign in to LinkedIn Learning using their [[StarID]] credentials. Courses consist of a series of short videos designed to help you develop your creative, technical, and business skills. LinkedIn Learning provides continuous, self-service access to videos via multiple devices, at home or on the go, online or offline. When you finish a course, download a certificate of completion and share it through social media and your online resume, where employers can identify your skills and professional interests. Instructors can curate collections of LinkedIn videos, share them with students, and monitor their progress.
LinkedIn Learning is an online learning platform licensed by WSU that provides access to thousands of courses led by professional instructors. These courses are composed of short videos and cover a wide variety of topics to help you develop creative, technical, and business skills. Every WSU student or employee can activate their LinkedIn Learning account and use this resource for free. Your usage history is saved, you can bookmark favorite courses and videos, and you can create collections of courses and videos for future reference. LinkedIn Learning course completion is recognized using certificates and badges that can be shared. Presenting these certificates from various courses is one way to share your skills and experience with classmates, colleagues, or future employers. If you also use LinkedIn, the online resume and professional networking service, you can opt to connect it with your WSU LinkedIn Learning account.
 
  
==What's the difference between LinkedIn Learning and LinkedIn?==
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==Sign In - First need to Activate your LinkedIn Learning account==
LinkedIn Learning is a library of online courses licensed by WSU. LinkedIn is a personal online resume service and professional networking tool. Both are owned by Microsoft and can be integrated if you wish. You do not need a personal LinkedIn account to use WSU's LinkedIn Learning service and you can connect the two at any time. [[Integrating LinkedIn Learning with LinkedIn|Learn more about integrating LinkedIn Learning with LinkedIn]].
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Before you can start using LinkedIn Learning, you will need to [[Activate your LinkedIn Learning account|activate your {{WSU}} account]]. This involves signing in to the LinkedIn Learning website using your [[StarID]] credentials, deciding whether to connect your LinkedIn Learning account with your [[LinkedIn]] account, and selecting several topics of interest. Your account will remain active as long as you are a {{WSU}} student or employee.
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*[[Activate your LinkedIn Learning account|Instructions for activating your LinkedIn Learning account]]
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==LinkedIn Learning and LinkedIn==
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Both LinkedIn Learning and [[LinkedIn]] are Microsoft products, designed to be used together to support lifelong professional development as described in the video below. {{WSU}} licenses and supports LinkedIn Learning for all students and employees. Your personal [[LinkedIn]] account, if you choose to create and maintain one, is not associated with {{WSU}}. While there are a number of benefits to connecting the two accounts, the choice is yours.
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==Using LinkedIn Learning Content in your Courses==
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If you are a faculty member that previously had assigned playlist in Lynda.com and would like to access these in LiL, contact TLT@winona.edu.
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Learning Paths, Collections, Courses or videos can all be shared with students via a link. They can also be shared using a Group that is populated with a list of students that you want to Recommend content to.  The use of Groups requires admin permissions, so if you are interested in using Groups, please contact TLT@winona.edu to get your account upgraded.
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==Common Functions Learners may want to do==
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URL to use for LinkedIn Learning: https://www.linkedin.com/learning Remember to select '''Sign in with your organization account''' when you sign in.
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*[[LinkedIn Learning Navigation]]
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*[[Searching for LinkedIn Learning Courses or Subjects]]
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*[https://www.linkedin.com/help/learning/answer/82029?query=collections&hcppcid=search Creating Learning Collections] Collections are an easy to way to organize courses and videos you would like to review later. 
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*[https://www.linkedin.com/help/learning/answer/82030 Managing Learning Collections as a Learner]
  
==Reasons to Use LinkedIn Learning==
 
*'''Choose to develop the exact skills you need.''' Some of the video lessons are rather specific in terms of content, which allows you to choose exactly what information you want to learn. Save time and energy by focusing on what matters most to you.
 
*'''Display new skills on your resume.''' After you have finished a course, you can share it on your profile. Current or future employers can easily recognize your progress and your professional interests.
 
*'''Learn when and where you want.''' Videos courses are available in short, easy-to-watch segments. They are also available on a variety of devices, so you can watch them at home or on the go (and even download them on mobile devices to watch offline).
 
*'''Follow recommended courses through learning paths.''' If you are not sure where to start or if you want to try something new, learning paths will guide you through the most relevant and basic courses to cover essential information in a specific field.
 
*'''Build professional connections.''' Sharing your new skills and completed courses right on LinkedIn helps recruiters and employers learn more about you. Also, you can easily find other people who are interested in the same courses you are.
 
 
== FAQ ==
 
== FAQ ==
===How do I activate my LinkedIn Learning Profile?===
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If you want to start using LinkedIn Learning you can learn how to create your LinkedIn Account by going to [[Activating your LinkedIn Learning account]] article that explains the process of signing into this system.
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===What's the difference between LinkedIn Learning and LinkedIn?===
===Will I still be able to use my Lynda.com account?===
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No, your Lynda account will no longer be accessible once you have migrated to LinkedIn Learning. Please remember that you can access the same video content as before. Of course, your activity and your progress will also transfer over. For more information on the upgrade of [[Lynda]] to LinkedIn Learning. Want to see why LinkedIn Learning is an upgrade from Lynda.com? [https://learning.linkedin.com/content/dam/me/learning/en-us/pdfs/LinkedIn-Learning-Key-Differences.pdf?trk=ldc-eml-lynda-20190613-high-touch-wave10-email2b-global&mcid=6542764862353866752&src=e-eml check this page out].
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[https://www.linkedin.com/learning LinkedIn Learning] is a library of online courses licensed by WSU. [https://www.linkedin.com LinkedIn] is a personal online resume service and professional networking tool. Both are owned by Microsoft and can be integrated if you wish.
===Will my progress from Lynda.com carry over to LinkedIn Learning?===
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Yes, your account information and course progression will transfer over to LinkedIn Learning. Your video history will also be the same, so you can pick up where you left off.
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===Do I need a LinkedIn account to use LinkedIn Learning?===
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No. If you have a LinkedIn account, you can choose to connect the two, but LinkedIn Learning is a standalone service that can be used effectively without any connection to LinkedIn.
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===Why would I connect my LinkedIn and LinkedIn Learning accounts?===
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Doing so has some benefits currently and the value of the integration is likely to improve over time. Currently, you receive LinkedIn Learning course recommendations based on your LinkedIn profile and you can switch from one to the other seamlessly.
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===Must I connect my LinkedIn account now or can I do it later?===
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You can connect the two at any time.
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===If I connect my LinkedIn and LinkedIn Learning accounts, what username and password do I use?===
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After you have activated your WSU LinkedIn Learning account and connected it to your LinkedIn account, you will use your personal LinkedIn username and password to log into your LinkedIn Learning account from that point forward.
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===If I connect my LinkedIn and LinkedIn Learning accounts, can I disconnect them?===
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Yes, but it requires submitting a ticket to LinkedIn technical support. You cannot disconnect the two yourself.
 
===Why do I have to login with my LinkedIn credentials every time?===
 
===Why do I have to login with my LinkedIn credentials every time?===
 
If you connected your LinkedIn account with your LinkedIn Learning account, you will be prompted to login using your LinkedIn credentials.  This is to protect member privacy, so that no personal profile information is shared with your WSU LinkedIn Learning account.  Note that your browser cache may keep the credentials for you so that you may not have to re-authenticate each time.   
 
If you connected your LinkedIn account with your LinkedIn Learning account, you will be prompted to login using your LinkedIn credentials.  This is to protect member privacy, so that no personal profile information is shared with your WSU LinkedIn Learning account.  Note that your browser cache may keep the credentials for you so that you may not have to re-authenticate each time.   
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==More Information==
 
==More Information==
*[[Activating your LinkedIn Learning account]]
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*[[Activate your LinkedIn Learning account]]
*[https://mobile.linkedin.com LinkedIn Mobile Apps]
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*[[Accessing LinkedIn Learning on a phone or tablet]]
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*[[Documenting and sharing your LinkedIn Learning achievements]]
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*[https://www.linkedin.com/help/learning LinkedIn Learning Help System]
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*[[Searching for LinkedIn Learning Courses or Subjects]]
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*[[LinkedInLearning for Admins]]

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LinkedIn Learning (https://www.linkedin.com/learning) is an online learning platform licensed by Winona State University that provides access to thousands of self-paced courses led by professional instructors. Any Winona State University student or employee can sign in to LinkedIn Learning using their StarID credentials. Courses consist of a series of short videos designed to help you develop your creative, technical, and business skills. LinkedIn Learning provides continuous, self-service access to videos via multiple devices, at home or on the go, online or offline. When you finish a course, download a certificate of completion and share it through social media and your online resume, where employers can identify your skills and professional interests. Instructors can curate collections of LinkedIn videos, share them with students, and monitor their progress.

Sign In - First need to Activate your LinkedIn Learning account

Before you can start using LinkedIn Learning, you will need to activate your Winona State University account. This involves signing in to the LinkedIn Learning website using your StarID credentials, deciding whether to connect your LinkedIn Learning account with your LinkedIn account, and selecting several topics of interest. Your account will remain active as long as you are a Winona State University student or employee.

LinkedIn Learning and LinkedIn

Both LinkedIn Learning and LinkedIn are Microsoft products, designed to be used together to support lifelong professional development as described in the video below. Winona State University licenses and supports LinkedIn Learning for all students and employees. Your personal LinkedIn account, if you choose to create and maintain one, is not associated with Winona State University. While there are a number of benefits to connecting the two accounts, the choice is yours.

 

Using LinkedIn Learning Content in your Courses

If you are a faculty member that previously had assigned playlist in Lynda.com and would like to access these in LiL, contact TLT@winona.edu.

Learning Paths, Collections, Courses or videos can all be shared with students via a link. They can also be shared using a Group that is populated with a list of students that you want to Recommend content to. The use of Groups requires admin permissions, so if you are interested in using Groups, please contact TLT@winona.edu to get your account upgraded.

Common Functions Learners may want to do

URL to use for LinkedIn Learning: https://www.linkedin.com/learning Remember to select Sign in with your organization account when you sign in.

FAQ

What's the difference between LinkedIn Learning and LinkedIn?

LinkedIn Learning is a library of online courses licensed by WSU. LinkedIn is a personal online resume service and professional networking tool. Both are owned by Microsoft and can be integrated if you wish.

Do I need a LinkedIn account to use LinkedIn Learning?

No. If you have a LinkedIn account, you can choose to connect the two, but LinkedIn Learning is a standalone service that can be used effectively without any connection to LinkedIn.

Why would I connect my LinkedIn and LinkedIn Learning accounts?

Doing so has some benefits currently and the value of the integration is likely to improve over time. Currently, you receive LinkedIn Learning course recommendations based on your LinkedIn profile and you can switch from one to the other seamlessly.

Must I connect my LinkedIn account now or can I do it later?

You can connect the two at any time.

If I connect my LinkedIn and LinkedIn Learning accounts, what username and password do I use?

After you have activated your WSU LinkedIn Learning account and connected it to your LinkedIn account, you will use your personal LinkedIn username and password to log into your LinkedIn Learning account from that point forward.

If I connect my LinkedIn and LinkedIn Learning accounts, can I disconnect them?

Yes, but it requires submitting a ticket to LinkedIn technical support. You cannot disconnect the two yourself.

Why do I have to login with my LinkedIn credentials every time?

If you connected your LinkedIn account with your LinkedIn Learning account, you will be prompted to login using your LinkedIn credentials. This is to protect member privacy, so that no personal profile information is shared with your WSU LinkedIn Learning account. Note that your browser cache may keep the credentials for you so that you may not have to re-authenticate each time.

Why do I have to re-authenticate?

If you have not used LinkedIn Learning for more than 30 days, your browser cookie my have refreshed and you will need to re-authenticate. Another reason may be that you are using a different browser or computer.

Need more help?

If you have more questions or concerns regarding LinkedIn Learning, please do the following:

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