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Fall 2010 Computer Classes/Workshops with Robert Lovitt |
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Daytime Classes at the Senior Center |
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these classes use windows xp (but much is the same in vista/Windows 7) Classes: ($50 payable to SSSS at registration)
Workshops (must register – $25 payable to instructor at workshop)
A) SEPT 22 – Introduction to Internet Workshop: Don’t know how to drive on the Information Highway? What are people talking about with strange words like: EBay, Craigslist, Google and Yahoo? In this workshop you’ll learn how to: do general research, genealogy, read/watch/listen to the news, tune in radio from around the world, get driving directions, check your stocks, make on-line purchases safely and more! You’ll practice navigating the Internet, learn about the pros and cons of Internet providers and get proficient at finding the information you need. Wednesday, 9/22 from 1:00-3:30 $25 payable to instructor
B) SEPT 29 - Computer Maintenance Workshop: Let’s Save You Big Bucks! Computer repairs are costly and frustrating but avoidable - if you apply the straight forward maintenance tips that you’ll practice in this workshop. We’ll eliminate cookies, temporary files and temporary Internet files, dump files and programs, do Windows updates, defragment and scan the disk for errors, clean the mouse, eliminate dust from the computer as well as practice updating Virus shields, anti-spyware programs and firewalls. Wednesday, 9/29 from 1:00-3:30 $25 payable to instructor
C) OCT 6 - User Friendly Computing! - Impossible you say? Unheard of? No- we can do it! Learn many tricks to tame the beast- to make setting changes so your computer will be easier to use. Make the icons bigger, make the pointer bigger and darker, get the print in Word documents and Email to always be large, simplify the desktop- and more! Wednesday, 10/6 from 1:00-3:30 $25 payable to instructor
D) OCT 13 - Excel – Learn to use this Microsoft program to make a simple spreadsheet. Excel is like an electronic ledger, only it will do the math for you! We will look at using it for a checkbook register, for a home budget, to create a work timesheet and more. Wednesday, 10/13 from 1:00-3:30 $25 payable to instructor
E) OCT 20 - Introduction to Digital Cameras Workshop: Discover this new popular and affordable hobby! Should you buy a digital camera? What are the advantages over a regular camera? How do you get images into your computer; adjust them, send them as email attachments or print them out? Come find out! This focuses on “point and shoot” (simple) Digital Cameras (not SLR’s) Wednesday, 10/20 from 1:00-3:30 $25 payable to instructor
F) OCT 27 - Using your Computer to Enjoy Music: We’ll review some of the basic ways that computer use can enhance your access to and enjoyment of music. Some things we will look at include: listening to music CD’s, burning (copying CD’s), organizing music in your computer, listening to radio stations from around the world through Internet, attaching better speakers to your computer, listening to other Internet Music sites, such as Grooveshark and Pandora. Wednesday, 10/27 from 1:00-3:30 $25 payable to instructor
Meditation Club - Bringing the Mind Home: 12:45-1:30 for 6 weeks (SEPT 17-OCT 22 with teacher, then on-going as a club on its own) This is a secular (non-religious) approach to being awake and present. Meditation can help reduce stress while increasing awareness and relaxation. You will be seated comfortably in chairs while your teacher guides you through this centuries-old method for being here, now. No cost. |
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Robert has been teaching computer classes and workshops through Senior Services for South Sound for over 9 years! We have “graduated” hundreds of “Silver Surfers”- seniors who want to learn more about using a computer.
The center has a great computer lab on the second floor (behind the boutique). We use Windows XP computers and limit the class size to a max. of 12.
Robert demonstrates how to do things on his big monitor, then has you roll up your sleeves and try it yourself. You get to understand the theory, but also get lots of hands-on experience.
You must become a member of the Senior Center to take these classes and workshops.
Registration for Fall quarter is Sept. 8-10. Senior Services for South Sound, Downtown: 222 Columbia St. NW call for pricing, class details and registration info: 586-6181 |
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Stress-free! No tests! No nasty notes home to your parents! |
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Basic Computer Use: An Introduction –New to computers, thinking about buying one, or just want to see what the rest of the world is up to? This gently paced class will acquaint you with the basic functions of a computer including using it to type a letter, “surf” on the Internet and send an E-mail. You’ll get plenty of non-threatening hands on experience! 6 sessions (2-hour classes twice a week) Wed. &. Fri. 10:00-12:00 (Sept 15- Oct. 1) $50 payable to SSSS
Intermediate Computer Use: A Bit Deeper (for those with some computer experience). After reviewing the basics, we will explore in more depth some of the useful tasks that a computer can help us with. We’ll practice word processing, file management, safe surfing on the Internet, virus shields and more. 6 sessions (2-hour classes twice a week) Wed. &. Fri. 10:00-12:00 (Oct. 6-22) $50 payable to SSSS |
