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Senior Center Computer ClassesComputer Learning CenterIn the last decade, people of all ages have become regular Internet users, logging on to read the news, shop, make travel plans, and keep up with family and friends through email. Learn more about how you can join in on the fun and excitement. The SeniorNet Learning Center at the Salem Senior Center is reaching out to seniors in the Salem area with an invitation to "come see what is possible at SeniorNet".  All classes are taught by dedicated volunteer instructors and coaches. The instructors and coaches strive to present the class material in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Even if you have no computer skills, the beginning classes can teach you tasks necessary to operate a computer and use common Windows-based computer programs.In addition to the computer classes, the Learning Center also provides open lab times where you can come in and use the computers to practice your lessons (if you are taking classes), browse the Internet, send and receive e-mail, write your letters or any other computer tasks you may need to do. There are ten computers in the computer lab which are available on a first-come first-served basis. The lab also has printers which allow you to print out your documents, as needed, and a scanner you can use to scan your documents and pictures into the computer. You do need to join SeniorNet if you wish to use the computer lab.
Computer ClassesNew computer classes taught in Russian beginning in January. We are pleased to be able to offer a new series of computer classes to be taught by a couple of wonderful volunteers from Russia. The current classes have been converted into the Russian language and will be taught in Russian. The Salem Senior Center is excited ot be able to offer this opportunity to our Russian community members. All ages are welcome. Call 503-588-6303 for all the details. All of the following classes are taught by Dick Dery in the Computer Lab of the Salem Senior Center: AbiWordTuesday, July 15, 9:30-11:30am If you are on a limited budget or if your computer does not have a word processor, AbiWord may be what you need. This free word processor allows you to create Microsoft Word compatible documents, webpages, and pdf files (portable document format files). Students will download and install AbiWord and investigate features that make it competitive with expensive word processing software. Cost: $10. AudacityThursday, July 17, 9:30-11:30 am Bring a cassette player and an audiocassette to learn the principles of transferring music from one audio source to a CD. Once learned, the student will be able to copy music from any vinyl album to a CD. Cost: $10.
Computer Photo CollageTuesday, July 8, 9:00 am-12:00 pm You will learn how to use a scanner and transfer photos from a digital camera. MS Works PictureIt! will be used to create a photo collage. Bring 5 to 10 printed photographs for scanning. If you have a digital camera, bring it with several photos ready to be transferred. Cost: $15. Creating CDsMonday, May 19, 9:30-11:30 am You will learn how to create CDs using copy and paste in Windows XP. Using Windows Media Player, you will create a compilation CD of your favorite music. Cost: $10. Designing Simple WebpagesThursday, July 24, 9:00 am-12:00 pm Create your website while using a text editor/word processor. You will be learning HTML, the language of the Internet, to advertise your business, display your latest photos, or communicate your organization's activities. Cost: $15. Elementary TroubleshootingThursday, May 22, 9:30-11:30 am You will explore the resources available on the Internet for solving a variety of computer problems. Cost: $10. Keyboarding OrientationThursday, July 10, 9:30-11:30 am The Internet provides many opportunities to learn touch keyboarding. Discover which program works best for you and learn the essential aspects to correct body posture and ergonomic concerns. Take a resource list of free website addresses and software options, stress-relieving exercises, and a fun "taste" of touch keyboarding home with you. Cost: $10. A Little More InternetWednesday, May 21, 9:30-11:30 am While being introduced to the Firefox web browser, students will add intermediate skills to using the Internet. Learn how to safely download and install the software accessed from the Internet. Time permitting, a demonstration of using the Internet as a troubleshooter for your computer will help you discover solutions. Cost: $10. Not Your Children's Computer: An Introduction to LinuxTuesday, July 22, 9:00 am-12:00 pm If people are concerned by the horror stories about Windows Vista, perhaps this free operating system would be a suitable alternative. Students will surf the Internet, use word processing, and play computer games using a CD-ROM based demo version of the Linux operating system. Cost: $15. Picasa
Use this free Google application to manage and edit your digital photographs. Part 2 is a continuation of the first class to become more skillful at editing and managing your digital photographs. Cost: $10 for Part 1, and $10 for Part 2. What is SeniorNet?
Thank you, Bill Colson, CEO of Colson & Colson/Holiday Retirement Corp, for your continued support fo the Computer Lab.
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