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Dive into Wisc-Online’s rich collection of learning objects — bite-sized, interactive, and designed for real learning. These modular digital tools include animations, drag-and-drop exercises, quizzes, videos, and more. You can explore topics across STEM, arts, humanities, career skills, and beyond. Each learning object is crafted to help learners actively engage with content—reviewing, applying, self-checking—in a way that’s flexible and self-paced.
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Access Modifiers in C#
In this learning activity we will learn what access modifiers are and how they are used in C#.
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Achieve Persistence on the Web
In this learning activity you'll discover the disconnected nature of the HTTP request-response model including some methods of persisting state and the security implications.
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client, cookie, http, javascript, request, response, server, session
An Algorithm for Binary Subtraction
Students use the Base Minus One Complement method to perform binary subtraction. This learning activity has audio content and immediate feedback.
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An Algorithm for Converting a Binary Number to a Decimal Number
In this learning activity you'll examine two methods for converting a binary number to a decimal number.
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Algorithm, converting a binary number, how do I convert a binary number to a decimal, what are binary numbers
An Algorithm for Converting a Decimal Number to a Binary Number
In this learning activity you'll examine a systematic method for converting a decimal number (base 10) into a binary number (base 2).
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algorithm, binary, computer programming, decimal, how do I convert a decimal number to a binary number
An Introduction to the Solderless Breadboard (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the layout and operation of the solderless breadboard.
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board, breadboard, proto, solderless
An Overview of IT Project Management
In this learning activity, you’ll be introduced to the many responsibilities of being an IT project manager.
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AGILE, IT Project management, project manager responsibilities, What is project management
An Overview of the Raspberry Pi
In this learning activity you'll discover what the Raspberry Pi is, how it's used, and some projects you can do at home.
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How do I use the Raspberry Pi, Raspberry Pi programming, Raspberry Pi projects, What is Raspberry Pi
Angular JS
Explore the AngularJS framework, learn how it’s used to architect, and organize code when building web applications.
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client-side technology, how to use AngularJS to build Javascript applications, model view controller, MVC, What is angular JS
Asymmetric Encryption: How It Works
In this learning activity you'll explore public key encryption and conclude with a short quiz.
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decrypt, encrypt, encryption, private key, public key, secure socket layer, ssl, what is a public key
Async and Await
In this learning activity, we’ll explore how async and await is used in mobile programming to allow multiple tasks to happen at once.
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Async and await mobile development, parallel, thread, What is async and await, writing code for mobile devices
Attributes of a Class: Fields and Properties
In this learning activity you'll discover how C#, attributes provide a way of associating data with an object in two forms - Fields and Properties.
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C# attributes, class, getter, object oriented programming, oop, setter, variable, what are fields and properties
Axis Modes
The learner will gain an understanding of the modes of axis movement for successful robot programming.
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axis modes, axis movement, cartesian coordinates, jogging the robot, robot, robot joints, robot programming, robot rotation, single joint movement
BCD-to-Seven Segment Decoder
Learners will understand how binary-coded decimal information is decoded and used to drive a seven-segment display.
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7-segment display, binary coded decimal, common anode, common cathode, led display, seven-segment display
Basic Logic Gates
The learner will understand the operation of the six fundamental logic gates and the inverter by using truth tables, Boolean Algebra equations, switch analogies, and written statements.
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and gate, boolean algebra, exclusive nor gate, exclusive or gate, inverter gate, logic gates functionality, nand gate, nor gate, or gate
CRC – Cyclic Redundancy Check
In this learning activity, you’ll be introduced to what the CRC is, the technology behind it, and how it’s performed.
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computer network crc, digital networking, error detecting code, What is the cyclic redundancy check
CRUD Applications - Create Retrieve Update Delete
In this learning activity you'll discover what C.R.U.D. applications are and how they're used in everyday life.
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Application, Business Application, crud overview, Data-Driven, how does crud work?, study guide for crud, what is c.r.u.d.?
CSI Coding Scene Investigation
Learners test their knowledge in this drag-and-drop exercise by identifying coding errors in health care claim cases.
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ama, american, association, coding, cpt, medical
CSI Coding Scene Investigation
Learners test their knowledge in this drag-and-drop exercise by identifying coding errors in health care claim cases.
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ama, american, association, coding, cpt, medical
Calling Programs from Inputs
Robotic welding is an increasingly popular tool used in industrial welding applications. Knowing how to program the robot is key. Explore how to improve your programming skills by using if-then-else, calls and unconditional jumps in this learning activity.
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call, jump, label, loop, robot, weld, welding
Calls and Unconditional Jumps
Robotic welding is an increasingly popular tool used in industrial welding applications. Knowing how to program the robot is key. Explore how to improve your programming skills by using calls and unconditional jumps in this learning activity.
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call, jump, label, loop, robot, weld, welding
Components of a Computer Workstation: Skills Check 1
In this interactive exercise, learners label the components of a workstation, a Windows desktop, and an application window.
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computer, workstation
Concepts of Programming 4: Structure of Variable Declarations
Understand the pseudocode structure of variable declarations
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programming, robotic, variables
Concepts of Programming 5: Pseudocode Structure of Inputs and Outputs
Understand pseudocode structure of Inputs and Outputs, a vital component of programming computer and industrial applications.
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inputs, IT, outputs, programming
Concepts of Programming 6: Pseudocode Structure of Assigning Data to Variables
Understand the pseudocode structure of variable declarations, a vital component of programming computer and industrial applications.
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IT, programming, variables
Concepts of Programming 7: Pseudocode If Statements Structure
Identify the correct description of pseudocode if statements.
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if, IT, programming, statements
Concepts of Programming 8: Pseudocode Repetition Structures using For Statement
Explore repetition structures, which are commonly referred to as “Looping” statements, are a vital component of programming computer and industrial applications.
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IT, Loops, programming, Pseudocode
Concepts of Programming 9: Pseudocode Repetition Structures using While Statements
Explore repetition structures, which are commonly referred to as “Looping” statements, are a vital component of programming computer and industrial applications.
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Do, IT, Programming, Pseudocode, Statements, While
Converting Between Gray and Binary Codes
Learners follow steps to convert numbers from Gray code to binary code. They then view steps to change binary values to Gray code numbers.
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between, binary, code, codes, conversions, converting, gray, number, numbers
Counting Programs
Robotic welding is an increasingly popular tool used in industrial welding applications. Knowing how to program the robot is key. Explore how to improve your programming skills by using if-then-else, calls, unconditional jumps, and counters in this learning activity.
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call, counter, jump, label, loop, robot, weld, welding
Creating Histograms
Students follow steps to transfer data from a list to a histogram.
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frequency, histogram, midpoint, range
Cross-Site Scripting Defined
In this activity we will learn how vulnerable websites are open to cross site-scripting attacks (XSS).
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cross site scripting, non-persistent, persistent, reflected attack, session, xss
Cross-site Scripting Awareness
In this learning activity, you'll explore the topic of cross-site scripting, (or XSS)
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cookie, What is XSS? What is cross site scripting? Malicious code. XSS study guide.Internet safety
Data Manipulation Language
Explore what DML is including its main commands INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE, and SELECT.
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CRUD, database, DELETE, DML, INSERT, SELECT, SQL, UPDATE
Database Data Types
In this activity, you'll learn about the different data types associated with databases.
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difference between data types, what are databases, What are datatypes
Database Naming Conventions
In this learning activity, you'll discover and then follow established rules when naming database objects.
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convention, how do I use database naming conventions, naming, objects, what are database naming conventions
Debugging: Breakpoints
In this learning activity we will discuss breakpoints: what they are and how to use them.
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break point, code, debug, debugging, step into, step out, step over
Debugging: Immediate Window
In this learning activity, you'll explore the Immediate Window including what is it and how you use it?
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how do I use the Immediate window to debug, What is the immediate window
Debugging: What is It?
Learn more about debugging including: what it is, why we use it, and what it looks like in action.
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breakpoint, bug, Debugging, exception, exception handling, How do I Debug?, What is debugging?
Demultiplexers (Screencast)
In this animated object, learners examine the operation of a demultiplexer along with the data output and select lines. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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data, dd0003, demultiplexer, demultiplexers, digital, distributor
Denial of Service Attacks
In this learning activity you'll explore what a denial of service attack is and learn how a single hacker can take down an entire system.
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DDos, how do DDoS attacks work?, http, interface, internet, server, what is a denial of service attack
Design Principles Introduction
Explore the history behind today's eLearning best practices in this introduction to our design principles series.
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design principles, eLearning, good eLearning, multimedia, online learning
Disk Encryption Simulation
You will encounter real-world challenges that mimic what IT professionals face in day-to-day operations, providing hands-on experience with resolving TPM errors.
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Equivalent Gates/Ladder Logic Circuits
Learners will identify ladder logic diagrams and the logic functions they perform.
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circuits, exclusive-nor gate, exclusive-or gate, gates, ladder logic diagrams, logic gates, nand gate, nor gate, normally closed contact, normally open contact, or gate
Finding Factorials with Recursion
In this activity we will discover when recursion is the best solution for your computer programming task.
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algorithm, base case, c#, factorial, fibonacci, math
Firewalls: Relationships Among Firewall Perimeters
In this learning activity you'll examine how firewalls block viruses by discussing trusted, semi-trusted, and untrusted networks.
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between, firewall, perimeters, relationships
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Why did Wisc-Online change?
Wisc-Online has upported millions of learners for over 20 years. It was time for a refresh! By moving to WisTech Open, we were able to continue offering free, high-quality learning resources on a more modern, sustainable platform.
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If instructors had downloaded and embedded Wisc-Online objects (like SCORM packages) into their LMS, those continued to work even after the Wisc-Online site transitioned to WisTech Open. These objects were self-contained and did not rely on the live site.
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