| Computer Workshops for Older Adults | ESL Computers | Online Classes |
A fun, low-stress introduction to computers for complete beginners. Learn how to use the Windows XP operating system and all the basics to get you started with word processing and file management. You will also get a quick look at several other Microsoft applications and what they can do for you. No prerequisite required. |
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| Days: | Mon & Wed | |
| Dates: | Jan 7 - Feb 20 | |
| Time: | 1:00 – 3:30 pm | |
| No Class: | 1/21, 2/18 | |
| Fee: | $35 ($45 under age 55) | |
| Instructor | Hampton | |
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| Days: | Tues & Thurs | |
| Dates: | Feb 26 - Apr 17 | |
| Time: | 1:00 - 3:30 pm | |
| No Class: | 3/25, 3/27 | |
| Fee: | $35 ($45 under age 55) | |
| Instructor | Hampton | |
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| Days: | Mon & Wed | |
| Dates: | Apr 21 - Jun 2 | |
| Time: | 1:00 – 3:30 pm | |
| No Class: | 5/26 | |
| Fee: | $35 ($45 under age 55) | |
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Learn how to use an Internet browser program to securely explore places of interest on the World Wide Web. Learn how to save and organize favorite sites into a personal library, create your own homepage, shop online, and use search engines to find specific information. You will also start an email account, send attachments and learn how to keep it all organized in folders. Recommended prerequisite: Intro to PC/Windows or equivalent skills |
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| Dates: | Jan 8 - Feb 21 | |
| Time: | 1:00 – 3:30 pm | |
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| Days: | Mon & Wed | |
| Dates: | Feb 25 - Apr 16 | |
| Time: | 1:15 – 3:45 pm | |
| No Class: | 3/24, 3/26 | |
| Fee: | $35 ($45 under age 55) | |
| Instructor | Hampton | |
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An introduction to Digital Photography to get you started in the fascinating new field. Learn how to choose the best camera and equipment for your needs, take great photos, download into a computer, scan in old prints, dramatically enhance photos with Photoshop Elements Quick Fix, get digital photos printed and share your photos in an online photo gallery. |
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| Days: | Tues & Thurs | |
| Dates: | Apr 22 - May 29 | |
| Time: | 1:00 - 4:00 pm | |
| No Class: | 5/26 | |
| Fee: | $35 ($45 under age 55) | |
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An introduction to the facinating ways to manipulate digital photos into real works of art using the tools in Adobe Photoshop Elements Standard Edit mode. We will also explore how to apply filters and lighning effects in the computer and much more. |
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| Dates: | Feb 29 - May 23 | |
| Time: | 1:00 – 4:00 pm | |
| No Class: | 3/21, 3/28 | |
| Fee: | $35 ($45 under age 55) | |
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Free Internet Classes and Accounts for Parents
Watsonville/Aptos Adult Ed and the SWEET Program announce free internet classes and Accounts for Parents of students at Rolling Hills, Lakeview, EA Hall, Pajaro Middle Schools and Alianza Charter School. Clases Gratis y Cuentas de Internet para Padres |
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Learn the fundamental computer skills you need to succeed in today's workplace. You'll discover practical applications for email, word processors, spreadsheets, and databases, gaining a working foundation for the critical computer skills you need to survive in the modern job market |
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Master the ins and outs of the Internet with this informative, behind-the-scenes look at the World Wide Web, search engines, e-mail, chat, telnet, blogging, and more. You'll learn powerful research techniques to help you find whatever you want whenever you want. You'll also learn how to protect your privacy, download files safely, and keep your computer secure |
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Online auctions match buyers with sellers in a global marketplace for almost any item. If you've ever dreamed of working from home or just earning extra income by buying and selling goods online, our experienced instructors will guide you every step of the way. You'll learn how to create titles that get noticed, how to craft advertising copy that sells items quickly and for top dollar, and how to create and upload photos of the items you are selling. You'll also learn how to safely conduct financial transactions, how to accept credit card payments, and how to pack and ship any item hassle-free. If you're a buyer, you'll learn how to value almost any item up for auction, how to get the best possible price, how to protect yourself against fraud, and how to compete effectively against other bidders |
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Use the computer program FasType for Windows to learn the basic skills of touch-typing . Registraion: Online |
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Whether you're new to Windows or an experienced PC aficionado, there's a lot to learn in the all-new Windows XP. This course covers all the basic skills and concepts needed to use a computer. This course will teach you how to work with text, pictures, photos, sound, music, DVD, Interactive TV, and video; create shortcuts, customize the interface, take full advantage of the Internet, and even build your own local area network (LAN). |
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101 tips, trick and shortcuts to help you become more efficient and productive in using your Macintosh or iMac Registraion: Online |
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Windows Vista is a radical departure from the Windows of yesteryear. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced Windows user, you won't want to miss out on everything this powerful new version has to offer. In this course, specifically designed for beginners and casual users, you'll learn to use Vista's best and most important features. Registraion: Online |
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Use the computer program FasType for Windows to learn the basic skills of touch-typing . Registraion: Online |
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Learn how QuickBooks makes it easy to set up a chart of accounts, reconcile your checking account, create and print invoices, receipts, and statements, track your payables, inventory, and receivables, create estimates and generate reports. |
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Discover dozens of shortcuts and tricks for setting up fully formatted worksheets quickly and efficiently. Learn the secrets behind writing powerful formulas, using functions, sorting and analyzing data, creating custom charts, creating 3-dimensional workbooks, building links, and creating macros and custom toolbar buttons. Registraion: Online |
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Practice while you learn the fundamentals of Adobe Illustrator CS2 with useful design projects. Master Illustrator's drawing tools, including the Pen tool. Learn how to use Illustrator’s many image-editing features. Reinforce your Illustrator skills as you explore the elements of composition, color, and typography, along with secrets of good graphic design Registraion: Online |
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Bring out the best in your images! Adobe's Photoshop Elements 5.0 provides the tools you need for quick fixes and detailed enhancement. Take control as you discover the features of this award-winning package specifically designed for photo enthusiasts. Designed for those with no image-editing experience, this class will take you from novice to accomplished user. Upgraders from earlier versions of Photoshop Elements are welcome as well Registraion: Online |
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Adobe Photoshop CS2 is a high-end software solution that provides support and specialized editing tools for digital photographers and graphic artists. Filled with practical, hands-on examples, this course will show you how to apply the professional tools and techniques in Photoshop CS2 that are most helpful to photographers. Even if you have no image editing experience, you'll be amazed at what you can do with your images after taking this course |
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Learn how to design, create, and post your very own site on the Internet's World Wide Web. Discover low-cost marketing techniques and search engine strategies. Registraion: Online |
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Learn to harness the power of this industry-standard Web design program from a Silicon Alley veteran. Master the basics of document creation and how to insert and format text, images, hyperlinks, tables, multimedia files, and other types of Web page content. Registraion: Online |
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Learn how to create exciting interactive animations from a working Flash designer and author with more than a decade of experience in Flash development. Discover how to create animations, build online applications, manage photos, integrate video, and upload your very own Flash presentations to a Web site. Registraion: Online |
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Learn the essentials of Microsoft’s popular Web site-building software. You'll begin with an introduction to basic Web design principles, and you'll explore the interface and features of the FrontPage program. Then, you'll learn how to manipulate words and images to create a site worthy of publishing to the Internet. By the end of the course, you'll be armed with all the knowledge you need to create an attractive, well-designed, and functional Web site Registraion: Online |
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