Main Library Technology Program

Microsoft Word for Beginners - Bloomington

Tuesday, March 26, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

In this class patrons will learn how to open Microsoft Word, how to create and save a new document, how to setup formatting (font/paragraph/alignment), how to make lists, how to make tables, and much more. Just the basic functions of Word will be explored so this class is intended for patrons with minimal or no experience with Microsoft Word. There will also be time for patrons to ask specific questions about Word. Patrons registering for this course should have basic computer skills or have taken the computer basics class offered by the library.

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Presenter:

Austin Stroud

Event Type:
Main Library Technology Program

Location:
Program Room 2C

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Email Basics - Bloomington - CANCELED

Wednesday, March 13, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

What is email? How do I sign up for an email account? Once I have an email account, what kinds of things can I do with it (attachments, address book, folders)? These topics and more will be covered in this brief overview of email intended for patrons that have at least some minimal past computer and Internet experience. We will be setting up email accounts with Gmail in this class. There will also be time for patrons to ask specific questions about email.

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Presenter:

Austin Stroud

Event Type:
Main Library Technology Program

Location:
Program Room 2C

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Computer Basics - Bloomington - CANCELLED

Tuesday, March 12, 2013 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

This class is intended for patrons that have no prior (or minimal) experience using a computer. In this class, patrons will learn how to login to a computer at the library, how to use a mouse, how to change desktop backgrounds and screensavers, and much more. There will also be time for patrons to ask specific questions about using a computer.

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Contact:

Austin T. Stroud

Presenter:

Austin Stroud

Event Type:
Main Library Technology Program

Location:
Program Room 2C

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Budgeting with Microsoft Excel - Bloomington

Wednesday, March 6, 2013 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Presented by Indiana University's Technology Management Club (Kelley School of Business), this program will show participants how to prepare and maintain a budget using Microsoft Excel. Registrants will be shown how to utilize templates built into Excel, as well as build their own budget spreadsheets.

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Presenter:

Indiana University Technology Management Club

Event Type:
Main Library Technology Program

Location:
Program Room 2C

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Microsoft Excel Basics - Bloomington

Thursday, March 14, 2013 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

In this class, participants will learn the basics of Microsoft Excel. This is a popular spreadsheet application that allows users to keep track of budgets and finances, create charts, and organize information. Participants registering for this course should have at least basic computer skills, or take the basic computer course at the library.

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Presenter:

Austin Stroud

Event Type:
Main Library Technology Program

Location:
Program Room 2C

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Online Job Searching - Bloomington

Friday, March 1, 2013 | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

In this class, participants will learn how to effectively search for a job using the Internet. We will explore area employer websites such as Indiana University, Ivy Tech, IU Health/Bloomington Hospital, Monroe Hospital, Herald Times, etc. In addition, we will explore some state and national job websites such as Indiana Career Connect, Craigslist, CareerBuilder, Monster, and Indeed. Registrants must have an email account and have basic computer skills.

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Presenter:

Austin Stroud

Event Type:
Main Library Technology Program

Location:
Program Room 2C

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Internet Basics - Bloomington

Tuesday, March 26, 2013 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

This class will provide a basic overview of the types of information that is available via the Internet for patrons. We will cover everything from reading news, finding reliable sources of information, to how to decide on an Internet browser. Patrons should have basic computing skills (or take the computer basics class) prior to taking this class. There will also be time for patrons to ask specific questions about the Internet.

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Presenter:

Austin Stroud

Event Type:
Main Library Technology Program

Location:
Program Room 2C

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Open Source Software Alternatives - Bloomington

Friday, March 15, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Interested in trying out Microsoft Office, but dont want to spend the money to buy it? Or, perhaps, you are interested in buying Photoshop but dont want to spend all the money? This program will show you free, open source software alternatives that work very similar to the real thing without all of the cost.

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Presenter:

Austin Stroud

Event Type:
Main Library Technology Program

Location:
Program Room 2C

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Technology Question & Answer - Bloomington

Tuesday, March 5, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

These one hour sessions are designed for you to ask any technology related questions you wish. You may ask questions regarding e-reading devices, library databases, specific software such as Microsoft Word or Excel, or anything else of interest to you. Two library staff members will be on hand to assist you with your technical questions.

Registration Required

Presenter:

Austin Stroud