But First a note
about our Learning Center Philosophy
We believe in "learning by
doing" in our specially paced, supportive classroom environment. Each student will
have his/her own computer, a workbook, and pre-programmed class diskette. The
all-volunteer training team usually consists of two instructors who lead the course and
several coaches who sit with the students to ensure that they take all the proper steps to
successfully complete each lesson. The methods used to train have been time-tested and are
highly praised by our former students. The SeniorNet staff will do their utmost to
accommodate the special needs of any student. So, why not join us for a fun and
interesting experience.
Danbury SeniorNet Computer Course Descriptions
COURSES FOR BEGINNING USERS
Our beginner classes are for individuals who
have little or no experience in using a personal computer. You do
not need to own a personal computer to take any of our beginner
courses. Coaches assist students in each of
these classes.
Computer Fundamentals ($40)
- This six lesson course is designed
for individuals who have never used a computer before and for
individuals who are not yet comfortable using the keyboard or
mouse to communicate with a computer. In this course, you will
learn basic computer terminology and the components for the basic
operations necessary for continuing with our Introduction to
Personal Computers course. You will also be introduced to
basic word processing skills.
Introduction to Personal Computers ($40)
- This six lesson course provides an introduction to
personal computers using Windows 7, MS Word, Email with
MS Outlook, and Internet Explorer. You will learn about the
Microsoft Windows? operating system, how to compose and edit
documents and how to keep your documents and computer files
organized. Finally, you will learn to use the MS Outlook and the
Internet to send and receive e-mail and to find useful
and interesting information. If you are not already
comfortable using the computer keyboard and mouse, you should
enroll in our Computer Fundamentals
course.
COURSES FOR INTERMEDIATE USERS
Our intermediate classes are for
individuals who have experience and are comfortable using a
personal computer. If you are not already comfortable using a
computer or if you have difficulties using the keyboard or
mouse, then you should first enroll in an appropriate beginners’
course.
Exploring Windows 7 ($40) -
The computers in our lab at the Old Jail all have a version of
Microsoft’s Windows 7 Operating System. This eight lesson course
will help you take full advantage of Windows 7’s functions such
as tailoring the sidebar, using the snipping tool, organizing
your desktop, customizing the task bar, viewing graphic files
easily, managing files, searching for files and
folders, maintaining your computer, security and backing up your
important information.
Email Made Easy ($25) -
Want to become more proficient with email? Are you confused about
sending or receiving emails? Or about sending and
receiving pictures or other attachments? Do you have problems
keeping track of and organizing your emails? Are you using your
address book to eliminate typing long addresses in every email
you send? If you have email questions or problems, then this 4
session class is for you!
MS Word 2007 ($40) - This
8-lesson course teaches you how to use the most common functions
available in the Microsoft Word 2007 software program. The class
will start by reviewing some of the MS Word features you should
recognize, including inserting, deleting and selecting text,
moving through and saving documents, spell checking, printing and
using menu and command bars. As the course progresses, you will
learn formatting skills including changing character fonts, sizes
and colors and formatting paragraphs.
MS Excel 2007 ($40) - This
8-lesson course teaches you how to use the most common functions
available in the Microsoft Excel 2007 spreadsheet program. The
class will start by reviewing MS Excel terminology and features. You
will learn about inserting and manipulating data, creating useful
formulas and using built-in functions, formatting, and printing
spreadsheets.
TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT
Your Personal Tutor for
Individualized Computer Lessons - Do you own a
computer? Do our other class offerings not fit your needs? Then READ
THIS!
How does a personal tutor for
one-on-one education sound? We've got it!
Do you have an area you need
help with? Some of the topics prior students have requested are:
Searching the Internet, Webcams, E-mail usage including sending
attachments, intermediate word processing, using spreadsheets,
system protection, system maintenance, system tailoring,
navigating windows, managing digital pictures, understanding
Quicken, buying and selling on eBay, using AOL, and improving
computer usability. You can request any of these topics for your
lesson in any given week, or some other topic you are interested
in.
Each week you choose to attend,
an experienced instructor will work with you for two hours on
virtually any topic you wish. Pick one topic and spend as many
weeks as you want on it, or pick a different topic each time
you attend. You can even bring your own laptop to class to
increase your learning experience. There is no other class
offered in the area that is tailored just for you or is as
inexpensive as this one.
Registration is via
email only. Contact Bob Nash, the class manager,
at kbnash@earthlink.net.
Our instructors will be
available to help you every Thursday (see schedule for class dates)
from 10am – 12pm for 8 weeks. The cost for each session is $10,
payable at the start of each class you attend. Or, you can pre-pay
$50 (non-refundable) and attend 6, 7, or all 8 sessions at no
additional charge.
IMPORTANT: To
maximize your benefit, you must have a computer and be familiar
with Windows and the use of the mouse, and should also have a
basic knowledge of your selected topic(s).
1 or 2 Lesson Classes
Our short classes
(workshops) are 1 or 2 lessons of 2 hours each designed to give you
a broad overview of the subject and answer any questions you
might
Working with Digital Photos ($10) - This 2
lesson workshop will help you learn how to organize your digital
photos, print them, email them, and even change various aspects
of your photos. You will also learn about all the free
programs that are available on the internet for your use. Bring
your camera too if you wish!
Where’s my stuff? ($10) - Have you lost
control of the stuff saved on your computer? Missing pictures?
Missing documents? Wondering what that New Folder is on your
desktop? Then this 2 lesson class is for you!We will explain how
Windows organizes information and teach you how to personalize
your computer to match your own filing system, no matter how
simple or complex, so you can find your stuff quickly and
easily.
Social Networking ($10) - Want to locate
your high school or college or former work colleagues? Want to
connect with other friends and family members around the country
or world? Wonder what all these people are up to? In this 2
hour class, you will learn what has been sweeping the internet in
“social networking”, including how to avoid the various pitfalls
that novice users might encounter.
Help Yourself!($10) - Have you ever gotten
stuck on your computer without a clue what to do next or how to
do exactly what it is you want to do next? Gone are the days when
books were provided with computers that might have the
answers you need. Today, virtually all programs you use come with
online Help that is designed to assist you when you get stuck.
But few people ever take advantage of all the information that is
available. This 2 hour class will remove any fears you might have
about getting help yourself right from your computer whenever
and wherever you need it!
Tablets, Smart Phones and other New Technology
($10) - Did you get a new Smart Phone or Smart Tablet or
E-Readers recently? Are you thinking about purchasing any of
these types of new technology? Come to our workshop and see
demonstrations of these clever new devices. Have your questions
answered before you buy or bring your own device and let our
instructors help you learn how to better use it.
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