Introductory Computer Classes

Crawfordsville District Public Library Introductory Computer Classes

The Crawfordsville District Public Library is offering an assortment of free, introductory computer classes for people who have little or no experience using a computer.

 The classes will be divided into two groups of students; ages 55 and up and 54 and under.

 Students will be introduced to computer basics using laptop computers with Windows 7 Microsoft operating systems. The laptops will be equipped with mice and keyboards.

 Registration for classes begins Monday, June 20, 2011

 To register for a class, visit the Reference desk on the second floor of the library, or call (765)362-2242, ext. 117 or ext. 100. No voice mails accepted. Class sizes are limited to five participants per class to allow for personalized instruction. Registration is on a first come first served basis. Wait lists will be formed if classes fill.

Classes will be held in the Classroom in the lower level of the library.

Introduction to Computers
Ages 55 and up - Wed., July 6, 13, or 20 (3:30-4:15)
Ages 54 and under - Wed. July 6, 13, or 20 (4:30-5:15)

In this class, participants will be introduced to:

• The inside of a computer
• Basic computer terminology
• Microsoft operating systems
• Using a mouse and keyboard
• Creating and saving a simple document

Introduction to the Internet
Ages 55 and up - Wed. July 27 (3:30-4:15)
Ages 54 and under - Wed. July 27 (4:30-5:15)

In this class, participants will be introduced to:
The definition/history of the Internet

• Internet browsers
• Internet search engines
• Searching on the Internent
• Navigating a website
• Bookmarking

Prerequisites: “Introduction to Computers” course or some familiarity with using a computer, basic terminology, using a mouse and keyboard.

Introduction to E-Mail
Ages 55 and up—Wed., August 3 (3:30-4:15)
Ages 54 and under—Wed., August 3 (4:30-5:15)

In this class participants will be introduced to:

• Web-based e-mail
• Creating an e-mail account
• Sending and receiving e-mails
• Attaching a document
• Managing e-mail with folders

Prerequisites: “Introduction to Computers” course or some familiarity with using a computer, basic terminology, using a mouse and keyboard.