Free computer/genealogy 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 Tues., Jan. 29, 2013. 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. Genealogy classes held in the 2nd floor computer area.

Introduction to Computers: Part A
Wed., February 13 or February 27, 2013
6:30-8:00 p.m.
Participants will be introduced to:
· The inside of a computer
· Basic computer terminology
· Microsoft operating systems
· Using a mouse and keyboard
· Files and folders
· Creating and saving a document

Introduction to Computers: Part B
Wed., February 20 or March 6, 2013
6:30-8:00 p.m.
Participants will be introduced to:
· Storage devices
· Definition/history of the Internet
· Internet browsers
· Internet search engines
· Searching on the Internet
· Tablet computers
Prerequisites: Intro to Computers: Part A

Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2010
Sat., February 9, 2013 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Participants will be introduced to:
· Excel 2010 interface/ribbon
· Creating/opening worksheets/workbooks
· Data types
· Entering data
· Autofill/autocomplete
Prerequisites: “Introduction to Computers Part A & B” course or familiarity with using a computer, basic computer terminology, using a mouse and a keyboard.

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010
Sat., February 23, 2013 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Participants will be introduced to:
· Creating/saving/finding word document
· Formatting text
· Page layout
· Templates
· Spell Check
Prerequisites: “Introduction to Computers Part A & B” course or familiarity with using a computer, basic computer terminology, using a mouse and a keyboard.

Introduction to Genealogy Research: Part A
Sat., February 23, 2013 10:00-11:30  a.m.
Participants will be introduced to:
· Ancestry.com
· Heritage Quest
Prerequisites: “Introduction to Computers Part A & B” course or some familiarity with using a computer, basic computer terminology, using a mouse and a keyboard.

Introduction to Genealogy Research: Part B
Sat., March 2, 2013 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Participants will be introduced to:
· CDPL print Local History resources
· CDPL Local History databases
· Microfilm/microfilm machines
Prerequisites: “Introduction to Genealogy Research: Part A” and “Introduction to Computers Part A & B” course or some familiarity with using a computer, basic computer terminology, using a mouse and a keyboard.