PCs WITH WINDOWS 10 AND OTHER CLASSES
Winter Session January 6-February 14, 2025
Free Computer Classes at Active Adults 55 and Better Unless specified differently, all classes must have a minimum of 5 students.
Windows Fundamentals: Introduction - How to Use the Computer
Length: Six sessions
Max 12 students
When: Mon-Th-Fri, Jan 6,9,10 and Tu-Th-Fr Jan 14,16,17 at 12:303:30pm (The wrong dates were given. This class is taught in January.)
Taught by Pam Price, Assisted by Stevie Dwyer, JoAnn Heinen
Pre-Req: To attend this class, ALL students must have access to their OWN computers. Students should have competent keyboarding skills to get the most out of this class. If you need to improve your own typing skills, search ONLINE for keyboarding tutorials to ensure your success in the class.
Description: Have you ever used a computer? Do you wish you knew what you could do on a computer? This is an introductory class that gives you a lot of practice with basic word processing skills. Using Windows 10, you will learn the standard features for using your home computer and will become more comfortable typing basic things such as a letter, a recipe, a list and much more. Now you can have fun with your computer.
If you have never taken any kind of basic typing / keyboard class and want to develop or improve your own Keyboard Typing Skills, consider searching the Internet for one of the FREE Keyboard Tutorials (selfteaching experiences). Would you like to practice honing your confidence in using the computer keyboard before the class begins? The more you know, the more you will want to use your computer.
NOTE: Students experienced with a Mac and who have used the Internet may sign up for the following classes: All iPhone &Android classes and other phone related classes
Student Handout for Classes in the Computer Lab - Winter 2025 (Jan 6 –Feb 14) vs2. REVISED Windows
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Classes being offered are listedAlphabetically. Please be aware of the Pre-Requisites for each class.
Android Phone: How to use
Length: Two sessions
Max 6 students
When: Wed-Thu, January 15, 16, 2025 at 9:00am – 12:00 noon
Taught by Roger Jones
Pre-Req: Must have an Android phone, Samsung preferably. Please bring your fully-charged Android phone and your charging cord to class. You must have a Google/Gmail address and know your password.
Description: This training is limited to 6 participants. In this class, learn how to change various settings. We will make sure your phone is set up to sync [backup], contacts, photos, and apps. We go over using the Google calendar, set up contacts, email, and photos. We will use Google Chrome on a computer to see what is on your phone.
Apple Watch Basics
Length: One Session
Max: 6 students
When: Mon, Jan 27, at 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Taught by Laura Jesberg
Pre-Req: Apple Watch must be Series 5 (2019) or newer. You must bring a fully charged iPhone and Apple Watch to class.
Description: “You may have an Apple Watch on your wrist, but do you know all the cool things it can do?” Try this 3-hour workshop and learn how to get the most out of your Apple Watch, from tracking your heart rate to finding your iPhone to keeping you connected with everything you care about.
Excel: Introduction
Length: One Session
Max: 12 students
When: Mon, Jan 27, at 9:00 am - 12:00pm
Taught by Laura Jesberg
Pre-Req: You must have passed Windows Fundamentals.
Description: Excel is a Microsoft spreadsheet program that enables users to format, organize and calculate data in a spreadsheet. ln this class, you will be introduced to spreadsheets and basic data functions of Excel for home use. You will learn how to use formulas, create multiple spreadsheets as well as how to sort data.
Google Photos
Length: One Sessions
Max: 12 Students
When: Tues Feb 4 at 12:30-3:30pm
Taught by Roger Jones
Description: Learn how to use the photo editing tools built into Google Photos. That includes cropping, filters, adding graphics, and sharing the results. Viewing and downloading to a computer.
iPhone: How to use
Length: One session (offered TWO separate times, one day per class)
Max 8 students
When:
Session 1: Mon, Jan 6 at 9:00am-12:00pm
Session 2: Mon, Jan 13 at 9:00am-12:00pm
Taught by Beverly Savage
Pre-Req: Must have an iPhone 10 or newer, know how to make and answer phone calls, and listen to voice messages. Please bring your fullycharged iPhone and your charging cord.
Description: In this class, students will learn how to adjust the sound and change a few other important settings, including a discussion about backing up your iPhone and the importance and value of having an iCloud account. Students will be provided tips about using the phone features and adding to Favorites as well as be given recommendations about entering Contacts. Some texting tips, a variety of ways to use Siri will be introduced, and more.
Student Handout for Classes in the Computer Lab - Winter 2025 (Jan 6 –Feb 14) vs2. REVISED Windows
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Shutterfly Online Scrapbooking
Length: Two Sessions
Max: 12 Students
When: Tue Jan 28 at 9:00am-12:00 noon (first day) and Wed Jan 29 at 12:30-3:30pm (second day)
Taught by Laura Jesberg
Description: Shutterfly is an online website that allows you to, not only store your photos for free, but also allows you to print your photos on a multitude of surfaces: scrapbooks, cards, stationery, calendars, personalized gifts, home decor, and more. This class will teach you to create a scrapbook, but you can use the skills you learn in class to personalize many other cool products.
Streaming the Internet
Length: One Session
Max: 12 Students
When: Wed Jan 29 at 9:00am - 12:00pm noon
Taught by Roger Jones
Description: Learn how to stream on the internet and why. Different options discussing internet providers, services, with options to use smart TV, fire stick or Roku devices.
Word
Length: 5 Sessions
Max: 12 students
When: Th-Fr / Tu-Th-Fr Feb 6, 7, 11, 13, 17 from 12:30-3:30pm
Taught by Pam Price
PRE-REQ: To register for this class, you are required to have daily access to a computer with Microsoft Office Word installed on it and must have successfully completed the Windows Fundamentals Class.
Description: Are you wanting to be able to type a letter, save a document, create a folder, organize your files by categories, create a list, create labels for a mailing, create and send out an invitation, type up a favorite recipe? In Word you will be introduced to these activities and much more.
If you need to improve your Keyboard Typing Skills, consider searching the Internet for one of the FREE Keyboard Tutorials (self-teaching
Student Handout for Classes in the Computer Lab - Winter 2025 (Jan 6 –Feb 14) vs2. REVISED Windows
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experiences). Practice honing your confidence in using the computer keyboard before the class begins!
Student Handout for Classes in the Computer Lab - Winter 2025 (Jan 6 –Feb 14) vs2. REVISED Windows
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