This class takes students with at least a Low Intermediate ESL reading proficiency (as defined by the CASAS Skill Level Descriptors for ESL) through the basics of effectively using a computer to perform tasks. In this course, students will be introduced to the beginning level skills and using computers that run Windows 10. The course will cover basic areas of computer literacy, such as:

• Common computer-oriented vocabulary
• Basic computer hardware knowledge
• Effective use of a computer keyboard and mouse
• Functional competence in basic tasks such as creating, opening, editing, and printing word-processor documents
• Competence in filling out computer-based forms
• Competence in searching the web
• Competence in sending and receiving email

• • Online
    1/24/2022-4/8/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

• • Online
    5/2/2022-7/8/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

Introduction to operating systems file creation/deletion, data entry and manipulation, automatic file execution, configuration, and directory commands. The purpose of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively use digital technology and become good digital citizens at school, home, and work. Among others, themes covered include information management (finding, storing, and organizing information), digital communications (email, social media, etc.), understanding and effectively using digital technology (software and devices), and digital citizenry (the norms of appropriate, responsible behavior with regard to technology use).

• • Online
    1/24/2022-3/11/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

• • Online
    5/2/2022-6/17/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

Instruction in terminology, program parameters, display characteristics, formatting features, mathematical functions, and printing. The purpose of this course is to Introduce topics in Unit/Level 1 that include entering, editing, and formatting entries; selecting cells and ranges; creating and modifying basic formulas; inserting charts and tables; creating a template; and sorting and filtering data. Advanced workbook formatting and date functions and conditional formatting will be included.

• • Online
    1/24/2022-3/25/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

• • Online
    5/2/2022-6/24/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

Techniques for customizing the spreadsheet environment by analyzing workbook data and creating worksheets and charts. The purpose of this course is to introduce intermediate and advanced topics in Unit/Level 2 and Unit/Level 3 include themes, cell styles, and number formats, as well as functions for dates, numbers, and text; include tables, financial functions, what-if analyses, PivotTables and PivotCharts, workbook protection, collaboration, and much more.

• • Online
    1/24/2022-3/25/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

• • Online
    5/2/2022-6/24/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

Introduction to word processing terminology, editing functions, formatting, and special text options. The purpose of this course is to introduce topics in Unit/Level 1  that include creating and saving documents, printing documents, creating tables, inserting shapes and pictures, applying styles, inserting comments, using Track Changes, executing a mail merge, and generating envelopes and labels.

• • Online
    1/24/2022-3/11/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

• • Online
    5/2/2022-6/17/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

Word processing production techniques. Includes search and replace functions, headers, and footers, mail merge, file functions, and printer setup. The purpose of this course is to introduce intermediate and advanced topics in Unit/Level 2 and Unit/Level 3 that include formatting with styles and creating a table of contents and an index; include securing documents, creating and running macros, and converting documents to web pages.

• • Online
    1/24/2022-3/11/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

• • Online
    5/2/2022-6/17/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

This course will cover key PowerPoint skills. Among others, introductory topics in Level I include creating a new presentation, adding and formatting slides, navigating a slide show, inserting images and backgrounds, adding transitions and animations, and formatting charts and chart type.

• • Online
    1/24/2022-3/4/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

• • Online
    5/2/2022-6/10/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

This course will cover key PowerPoint Skills. Among others, Level II will include creating tables, sending presentations via email, creating speaker notes, customizing themes and slide masters, collaborating with others online, readying a presentation for final delivery, object linking and embedding, connecting presentations and presenting online, integrating with Word, Excel, and Outlook, and presenting successfully.

• • Online
    1/24/2022-3/4/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

• • Online
    5/2/2022-6/10/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

This course will cover key introductory Microsoft Outlook skills. Among others, topics covered include navigating in Outlook, setting email options, sending messages, attaching files, responding to messages, creating contacts and distribution lists, creating notes, reminders, and tasks, assigning tasks, sharing calendars, using the To-Do bar, and more.

• • Online
    1/24/2022-2/25/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff

• • Online
    5/2/2022-6/3/2022
    
    Instructor: Staff