May/June
2009 Computer Classes
Program Descriptions
The Computer Series
Getting Started with (Yahoo) E-Mail
Managing Your (Yahoo) E-Mail
Microsoft Word 2007
Job Hunting on the Internet
All Classes require that participants have
some prior experience using a
mouse and keyboard. This mouse
tutorial can help get you started.
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Prior registration is required for
all classes.
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To register, please stop by the
Information Desk on the Lower Level or call us at 781-848-0405 ext.
4417.
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Class size is
limited.
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Registration for each month's
classes begins the month before and will remain open until all
classes are filled.
The three classes
in The Computer Series, taken in succession, will provide a
good foundation for the new computer user. Morning and evening sessions are available. Choose the time that is most
convenient for you!
The Computer
Series
Whether you are new to computers or just want to use them more effectively, this series will get you on your way. Participants will learn how to navigate their way around an Internet Web page, use various ways to select options that are common to Web pages, cut and paste, enter search terms, and fill in on-line forms. Learn the basics of saving files and printing and find out what various types of software can do for you. There will be an introduction to the Internet and using Search Engines. Participants should have a basic familiarity with using a keyboard and mouse.
If you need to brush up on your skills with the mouse before coming to a class, please ask the librarian about
the self-directed
tutorial that you can use to practice at your convenience.
Some course
materials are available online.
Thursday
evenings:
May 14, 24 and 28; 7:00
- 8:00 pm or
Tuesday mornings:
April 16, 23 and 30; 9:15 - 10:15 am
Getting Started with
(Yahoo) E-Mail
Create your own free e-mail account and learn the basics of sending and receiving e-mail. Participants should be familiar with using a keyboard and mouse.
Thursday, May
14th,
9:15 - 10:15 am or
Thursday, June
4th, 7:00
- 8:00 pm
Managing Your (Yahoo) E-Mail
A continuation of “Getting Started” this class focuses on keeping your mail organized, sending attachments, working with an address book and other functions of Yahoo mail. Participants should be familiar with using a keyboard and
mouse, and should have a Yahoo email account.
Thursday, May
21st,
9:15 - 10:15 am or
Thursday, June
11th, 7:00
- 8:00 pm
Microsoft
Word 2007
This session will introduce you to the basics of word
processing using Microsoft Word 2007 and teach you how to find help
if you get stuck or want to learn a new function. Participants
should be familiar with using a keyboard and mouse.
Wednesday, May 27th,
9:15 - 10:15 am
Job Hunting on the
Internet
Learn
about online resources that can help you land your next dream
job. During this session you will set up a monster.com
account, learn how to search monster.com and Yahoo Hot Jobs; learn
how to upload your resume to a job site; search local job listings
and avoid employment scams.
Participants must have basic Internet skills, a valid email address
and and electronic copy of their resume.
Online signup available.
Tuesday, June 9th,
7:00
- 8:30 pm. Sign up here.
or
Wednesday, June
17th, 9:15
to 10:45 am. Sign up here.
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