Computer Classes

Build Your Technology and Computer Skills with Northstar Digital Literacy
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Do you want to build your technology skills? Take a skill assessment to develop a custom learning plan for 10+ topics including Microsoft Office, Computer Basics, Internet Basics, and more. Use your results to focus on learning the computer skills you need to be successful and meet your goals.

Computer Classes Designed for Seniors
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Older adults seeking to become confident using computers and the internet to effectively accomplish their goals are invited to attend. Explore topics including managing privacy and spotting online scams/phishing, while building the skills necessary to use the internet, manage emails, and more. Bring your tablets or smartphones for assistance on downloading and using our services, including checking out e-books, audiobooks, and more from OverDrive/Libby and Hoopla.

Email Basics
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Learn the basics of email including how to register for an account, compose and forward emails, manage your inbox, and best practices for email security!

Internet Basics
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Find out how to get things done while staying safe online. Learn how to browse the internet, explore websites, and start searching.

Microsoft Excel
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Learn how to create spreadsheets with Microsoft Excel Online, the free online version of Excel. Join us for a three-part introduction to Excel Online. Level 1 - Layout, Navigation, and Files. Level 2 - Formula Basics and Formatting. Level 3 - Working with Data - Filter and Sort

Microsoft Word
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Learn how to create documents with Microsoft Word Online, the free online version of Word. Join us for a two-part introduction. This series will demonstrate all skills using Microsoft Word Online in a Chrome web browser on a Windows 10 computer.

Open Computer Labs
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Whether you're stuck on a project or have tech questions, swing by an open lab help session for guidance, our team is here to help. Talk with the Tech Team to get help registering to attend our classes that can provide even more in-depth knowledge and skills!

Typing Practice and Instruction
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Adults are invited to learn how to click, scroll, and what to do with some of those strange keys on the keyboard. Get a crash course on computer parts and keys!

Online LinkedIn Learning - Take free classes anytime, at your own pace
Learn relevant, professional, technology skills on LinkedIn Learning. Your library card gives you free unlimited access to classes in technology categories like cloud computing, data science, database management, IT help desk, mobile development, network and system administration, security, software development, and web development. Learn how here.

We offer a variety of digital creativity classes to help you get started on your next project. See the schedule of our upcoming digital creativity classes.

• 3D Printing Adults ages 18 and up are invited to learn the basics of 3D printing from concept to creation using Tinkercad, the S5 Ultimaker, and other 3D printers.

• Adobe Creative Cloud Make icons, social posts, logos, graphics, and more — no matter your skill level. Learn to use Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro, Premiere Pro, After Effects, InDesign, Adobe Express, Audition, and Animate.

• Canva Learn how to use the free online graphic design tool Canva. Create a custom digital design for greeting cards, business cards, flyers, and more. Share your designs online or by printing them.

• Cricut
  This class will guide you step-by-step through Design Space, the software for designing Cricut projects. Explore the Design Space canvas and the functions and tools bringing your designs to life. Learn about the material prep screen and unloading and assembling a beginner-level cut project.

• Wix.com
  Learn the first steps in using the Wix program’s free drag-and-drop editor and templates for creating a customized website. No coding knowledge is required!