Email, Internet and Online Classes
Hands On!
There is a 24-person limit in our hands-on classes
All About Email
Learn how to create an e-mail address using some of the more popular e-mail providers. In this hands-on, lecture and demo class you will learn how to send, receive, forward and reply to e-mail. After you have mastered the basics, you will learn how to attach files and download. This class can be presented hands-on with or without access to your wifi network. Prerequisites: Computer Kindergarten and Computer 1st Grade.
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All About the Internet
This class explains how to get online, find information, understand the jargon of the Internet, and much more. If your wifi network is accessible in your conference room, this class can be presented hands on. Without wifi, this class can be presented in lecture format. Prerequisites: Computer Kindergarten and Computer 1st Grade.
All About the Internet and Email (Two Sessions)
This class explains how to get online, find information, create an email address, send and receive E-mail, and much more. If your wifi network is accessible in your conference room, this class can be presented hands on in two 2-hour classes. In lecture format, this is one 2-hour class. Prerequisites: Computer Kindergarten and Computer 1st Grade. Click here to view the class syllabus.
Intro to Google Apps
In this hands-on class, you will learn all about Google Calendar, Gmail, office suite web applications, Docs and much more. We will cover creating an account, calendar functions, applications available and more. Bring your questions. Prerequisites: For intermediate and advanced computer users.
Introduction to Web Design
Create your own website and share your information with the whole world. Using Microsoft FrontPage, you will be introduced to the workings of Web sites and how to make your own Web pages. Layout text, add images and link to your favorite sites, even let your visitors email you. For intermediate and advanced computer users.
Intermediate Web Design
Learn more about creating websites, text and graphics, layouts, links, and much more. Prerequisites: Completion of Introduction to Website Design or equivalent knowledge.
Introduction to Web Design with Google Aps
Create your own website and share your information with the whole world. Using Google Aps, you will be introduced to the workings of Web sites and how to make your own Web pages. Layout text, add images and link to your favorite sites, even let your visitors email you. For intermediate and advanced computer users.
Introduction to Dreamweaver
In this class, you will get an introduction to Adobe Dreamweaver, the world’s most popular website design program. Set up a website structure, layout text, add images, link to your favorite sites, and more. For intermediate and advanced computer users. Intermediate and Advanced classes are available.
Post Your Pictures Online
Share your pictures online with your family and friends! In this hands-on class, learn how to copy a photo from your digital camera to your computer, edit the photo using an image editing program, post it on an online picture site such as Flickr or Shutterfly, and send invitations to view your pictures. You will also learn how to create an account with an online photo sharing site. Prerequisites: For intermediate computer users. Note: A strong wifi signal in the conference room is mandatory.
Lectures:
There is no limit on participants in our lecture classes unless otherwize noted.
All About eBay
In this lecture and demonstration class, you will learn how to buy and sell items using eBay, the world’s most popular online auction website. Some of the many topics covered are creating an account, checking reliability of sellers and buyers, online safety, and much more. Prerequisites: None. Click here for a class syllabus. Click here for a class syllabus
Shopping, Safety and Security Online
Safely surf, shop and use the Internet without fear of identity theft, hackers, viruses, spyware, and annoying pop up advertising. Prerequisites: None.
eBooks and Audiobooks Online
Learn how to download eBooks and audiobooks from the library’s website to your eReader or MP3 player. In this class, you will learn how to access the collection of books, create a username and password, maneuver around the website, download books, work with your eReader or MP3 player, and more. Prerequisites: For intermediate and advanced computer users.
Social Networking Online
Facebook, Twitter, You Tube . . what’s it all about?!?! Come to the library and find out! In this lecture and demo class, you will learn how to use social networking sites, instant messenger programs, blogs, post pictures and videos online and much more. Parents: help your kids use the Internet and social networking websites more safely. Bring your questions. Prerequisites: None.
All About Facebook
In this lecture and demo class, you will learn everything about Facebook, the popular social networking website. Bring your questions. Prerequisites: None.
Online Job Search, Resume Writing, and Interviewing Techniques
Learn how to use the Internet to find that perfect job! In these hands-on, lecture and demo classes, you will learn how to develop and create a powerful resume. Use Microsoft Word to create, style and format an effective resume. Search for a job on the Internet with online job sites and forums. Learn how to attach and send a resume in an email. Learn about the job search process including responding to ads and forms of communication. Interview topics discussed will be appearance, pre-interview research, responses to interviewers’ questions, follow up and much more. Prerequisites: None. Click here for a class syllabus.