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Free computer classes on a variety of topics and applications are available in the Fall, Winter and Spring at Salem Public Library. Classes are taught by members of the Adult Services staff and are offered with topics and skills appropriate for Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced users.
Winter Class Schedule: January-March 2010
All classes require pre-registration. Registration begins Thursday, January 7. Registrations are accepted online or at Information/Reference Desk in person or by phone at 503-588-6052. Sign-ups are limited to 2 classes per person.
Beginners Only - Created especially for those with little or no computer experience!
Computer Kindergarten 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, January 16 |
An introduction to the tools, terms, and skills needed to ease your way through the vast world of computers and the Internet. |
Internet for Beginners 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, January 21 |
Explore the Internet using basic navigation skills. For beginners only! |
EN ESPAÑOL Computación para Principiantes 10-11:30 a.m. sábado, 6 de febrero |
Aprenda las funciones básicas de la computadora, incluyendo como usar el ratón. |
Intermediate - Best for people with basic mouse and typing skills
Getting Around the World Wide Web 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, February 4 |
Find out about the Web and gain experience using search engines, links, and web addresses. |
Introduction to Word Processing I 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, February 13 |
Explore Microsoft Word and learn how to write, edit, and print documents. |
Advanced - Designed for people with basic to advanced mouse and Internet skills
Genealogy & the Internet 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, February 18 |
Perfect for anyone working researching their family tree. The workshop will introduce a variety of genealogical sites on the the Internet. |
Anestry.com & Heritage Quest 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Februay 25 |
An introduction to the library's genealogy databases, Ancestry.com and Heritage Quest. |
Introduction to Word Processing II 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, February 27 |
Learn how to make borders, columns, and tables using Microsoft Word 2007. Prerequisite: Introduction to Word Processing I |
Googling Without Tears 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 6
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Overwhelmed by the 582,684 citations Google just found? Learn to tame this valuable tool and explore some of Google’s useful features. |
Beginning Excel 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 13 |
Don’t let numbers intimidate you. Learn how to make spreadsheets and charts with Microsoft Excel 2007. Prerequisite: Introduction to Word Processing I | |