Monday, March 19, 2012

Introductory Adult Computer Classes

Introductory Adult Computer Classes!
The Crawfordsville District Public Library is offering an assortment of free, introductory computer classes for adults who have little or no experience using a computer.

Adult learners 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 begins Wed., March 21

To register for a class, visit the Reference desk on the second floor of the library, or call (765)362-2242, ext. 100. No voice mail registrations 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 Room C in the lower level of the library.

Introduction to Computers: Part A
Wed., April 4, 2012
3:30-4:30 or 6:30-7:30
Participants will be introduced to:
  • The inside of a computer 
  • Basic computer terminology 
  • Microsoft operating systems
  • Using a mouse and keyboard
Introduction to Computers: Part B
Wed., April 11, 2012
3:30-4:30 or 6:30-7:30
Participants will be introduced to:
  • Files and folders 
  • Creating and saving a document 
  • Storage devices 
  • Downloading and installing
Prerequisites: Intro to Computers: Part A

Introduction to the Internet
Wed. April 25, 2012
3:30-4:30 or 6:30-7:30
Participants will be introduced to:
  • Definition/history of the Internet 
  • Internet browsers 
  • Internet search engines 
  • Searching on the Internet 
  • Navigating a website
  • Bookmarking
Prerequisites: "Introduction to Computers Part A & B" course or some familiarity with using a computer, basic terminology, using a mouse and keyboard.

Introduction to E-Mail
Wed., May 2, 2012
3:30-4:30 or 6:30-7:30
Participants will be introduced to:
  • Creating an e-mail account 
  • Navigating your inbox 
  • Sending, receiving, replying  
  • Sending, receiving attachments 
  • Managing e-mails
Prerequisites: "Introduction to Computers Part A & B" course or some familiarity with using a computer, basic terminology, using a mouse and keyboard.
*Instructor will contact each participant to schedule a time to meet in the library to create an e-mail account in advance.*

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