Microsoft Office 2010 classes are open to valid District cardholders.

MS Word Basics

• Monday, May 14, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
• Monday, June 18, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
• Thursday, August 16, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.

Handout

General introduction and explanation of some of the most important features.

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MS Word Advanced

• Saturday, May 19, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
• Saturday, July 7, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.

Handout

Learn some of the more advanced features of Microsoft Word. You should be experienced using the basic Word features before taking this class.

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MS OneNote

• Wednesday, July 18, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Learn how to organize and create data with OneNote. This class will cover adding and deleting notebooks, tagging, screen clippings, tables, and much more!

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MS Access I

• Wednesday, August 8, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Learn the basics in this class which covers how to create a relational database with tables, relationships, input masks, data integrity, and more!

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Access II

• Wednesday, August 15, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m..

Continuing from Access I, this class will cover forms, queries, reports, importing/exporting data, and much more!

Prerequisite: Must have taken Access I.

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Files, Folder, and Drives!

• Tuesday, July 31, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Explore the basics of file organization, keeping your data secure, and Cloud storage.

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MS Excel

Set 1

• Tuesday, July 24, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, July 31, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Set 2

• Thursday, August 16, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
• Thursday, August 23, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Handout - part 1

Handout - part 2

Excel classes are a set; please only sign up for one set. You must be able to attend both classes in a set.

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MS PowerPoint: Basic

• Tuesday, May 15, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, June 5, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Handout

Learn how to create slide presentations in this introductory class.

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MS PowerPoint: Charts & Diagrams

• Wednesday, July 25, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Handout

Enhance your presentations with attractive data displays. Basic PowerPoint skills required.

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MS PowerPoint: Custom Animation

• Monday, August 20, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Handout

Learn to add and edit animations in your slides.. Basic PowerPoint skills required.

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MS Publisher: Greeting Cards

• Monday, June 4, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Create your own greeting cards for many occasions. Good MS Word skills required.

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MS Publisher: Newsletters

• Tuesday, July 17, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.

This class covers how to make a newsletter for your business or organization.

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Getting the Most Out of Your Email

• Wednesday, May 16, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
• Saturday, July 14, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.

Are you just replying and forwarding your email messages? Learn more about your email account.

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Advanced Internet Searching

• Monday, May 21, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
• Thursday, June 21, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.

Handout

You’ve searched the Internet, but what have you really found? Learn advanced search tactics, information about diff erent search engines, and how to interpret results.

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Diagnosing Health: From Snake Oil to Penicillin

• Saturday, May 12, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.

Is all health information on the Internet dependable? Discover ways to find reliable sources for the best doctor or hospital.

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Online Job Searching

• Thursday, May 24, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
• Monday, July 9, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Handout

Find out how to make your job search more efficient by using online job and resume resources.

Good mouse skills and some internet searching experience required.

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At Rand Road Branch: Online Job Searching in English for ESL

• Wednesday, June 20, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Learn to make your job search more efficient by using online job and resume resources. No sign up required.

LinkedIn for your Job Search

• Thursday, May 24, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
• Thursday, June 21, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
• Thursday, July 26, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
• Thursday, August 23, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

How strong is your profile? Bring your resume and increase your visibility online with help from the Harper College Career Stimulus Program.

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Google Tools

• Thursday, July 5, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
• Monday, August 13, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Google provides many tools beyond searching. Learn how to use some of the more interesting ones: Images, Alerts, Translate, Docs, Reader, Calendar, Scholar, Books and Sites.

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Facebook 101

• Monday, May 21, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.

Handout

Learn the basics; signing up, filling out a profile, and adding friends.

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Facebook Privacy

• Tuesday, July 10, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Handout

Learn to manage your Privacy Settngs and discuss best practices for fun and safe Facebook use.

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Getting Started with Goodreads

• Tuesday, July 24, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.

Use this popular site to keep track of what you’ve read, find recommendations, and discuss books with others.

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Understanding Twitter

• Tuesday, August 7, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Handout

Glossary

We’ll cover the basics of tweeting along with useful tools and trends of this increasingly popular service.

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Beginning Website Design

• Saturday, June 16, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
• Saturday, August 11, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.

Class Materials

Learn how to design a simple website using Google Sites, a free tool. Topics include planning website content, arranging and formating text and images on web pages, and creating links to other web pages.

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Web Page Creation

• Monday, July 16, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Learn how to create the raw content of a web page using XHTML and change layout with CSS.

Prerequisite: Internet knowledge.

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Friending after Fifty

• Wednesday, April 25, 1:00—2:30 p.m.

Must know how to use Internet and have active email. Facebook for older adults.

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Basic Computer Boot Camp

Set 1:

• Tuesday, May 22, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
• Thursday, May 24, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.

Set 2:

• Wednesday, June 20, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, June 27, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Handout - Mousing Around 1

Handout - Mousing Around 2

Handout - The Browser

Handout - Browser Basics

Handout - Windows Basics

In this class for beginners, you will start out with mouse skills and work your way to becoming an Internet surfer. Please only sign up for one set. You must be able to attend both classes in a set.

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Older Adult Surfers: Working the Web

• Wednesday, July 11, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

Handout - Internet Search Tools

This class is a review for older adults or anyone who is already using the Internet and wants to acquire more advanced searching skills.

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You Can’t Google This! Be an Online Sleuth

• Wednesday, June 13, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
• Saturday, August 4, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.

Online databases can connect you with more refined information than when you search Google. Access resources like Ancestry, Public Records, and Reference USA simply through our website. Available to valid District cardholders.

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Finding Your Roots Online

• Saturday, July 28, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.

Discover how genealogy sites and Library resources can help you find family information you want.

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You Can’t Google This! Homework Resources

• Wednesday, August 22, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Online databases can connect you with more refined information than when you search Google. Access homework resources through our website. Available to valid District cardholders.

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My Media Mall

• Saturday, June 9, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
• Tuesday, June 26, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, July 17, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
• Monday, August 6, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Did you know the Library can “lend” you e-books, audiobooks, and music from this service? Find out how to get the most out of using our e-book catalog. Available to valid District cardholders.

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Download E-books to a Nook

• Tuesday, May 15, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
• Thursday, July 12, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, August 1, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Available to valid District cardholders.

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Download E-books to an iPad

• Monday, June 11, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
• Thursday, July 19, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, August 14, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
• Saturday, August 25, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Available to valid District cardholders.

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Download E-books to a Kindle

• Wednesday, May 23, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
• Thursday, June 14, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
• Saturday, July 21, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
• Tuesday, August 21, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Available to valid District cardholders.

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Make the Most of Your iPad/iPhone

• Thursday, May 31, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

There’s more to your gadget than just the basic features. This class will show you what you may be missing. A representative from the Deer Park Apple Store will be available for questions. Bring youriPad or iPhone.

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Intro to the iPad

• Tuesday, June 5, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Learn the basics of the Apple iPad including the operating system, downloading apps, and personalization.

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Intro to E-book Readers

• Monday, August 13, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

In this hands-on course, learn all about the latest e-book devices to help you make an informed buying decision.

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