Computer Lab activities Week of April 29

We are just about to complete one of our busiest weeks.  In addition to a high number of classes and workshops, we offered four presentation to North Shore Senior Center's volunteers to introduce them to the activities of the Computer Learning Center.  Next week, we start a new trimester.  To get into our most popular courses, you should register now.

Week of April 22

It going to be a great, busy week.  We have added special classes "for free" for the Center's volunteers.  We'll see you there.

Classes April 15 to April 19

Great Courses and a lot of fun too.  See you in the Computer Learning Center.

New Trimester Classes Announced

                                                    COMPUTER LEARNING CENTER
                                                    NORTH SHORE SENIOR CENTER
                                                                    NIELSEN CAMPUS
                                                                 COMPUTER COURSES
                                                        MAY THROUGH AUGUST 2013

PLEASE SIGN UP FOR COURSES IN LIFE LONG LEARNING OR CALL 847.784.6030
(THE ORDER OF THE COURSES/WORKSHOPS BELOW IS BY THE STARTING DATE.)

IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT EACH STUDENT UNDERSTAND THE IMPORTANCE OF OBSERVING THE PREREQUISITE REQUIREMENTS OF EACH CLASS SO THAT YOU WILL HAVE THE NECESSARY COMPUTER SKILLS TO SUCCEED.

Computer Assistance
A group of volunteers are available weekly to answer your computer questions, try to resolve your computer problems, and help you with a computer course you may be taking. Have a question about your laptop? Bring it in and we will help you learn more about it. This is an open lab, and availability of computers is on a first come, first served basis.
Fri 5/3-8/30 18 sessions 10am-12pm
No fee NF1842A

Computer Users Group
Stanley Schwab, Instructor
Join us for this get-together of men and women who use computers and have questions and/or answers to share. Also, listen to presentations on a variety of informative computer subjects. The club meets the third Friday of every month. Nielsen Campus or Premier membership required to participate.
Fri 5/17-8/16 4 sessions 2-4pm
No fee NF1222A

Be Smart with Your Smartphone
Frank Lackner, Instructor
The capabilities of a smartphones seem almost endless, and it can be a bit overwhelming to try to master one of these devices. This course introduces new smartphone users to their devices and the myriad ways in which they can connect to the world. Areas covered include pros and cons of smartphones, basic setup, and operation, basic functions such as contact lists, text messages, calendars, email, and even phone operation. We will cover the audio functions, camera, GPS, games, app stores, software, internet browsers, office functions, cloud storage, social media, mobile versions of standard web sites, and other fun stuff. Participants must have a smartphone and basic computer skills.
Wed 5/1-5/8 2 sessions 10am-12pm
$25 member; $30 non-member NF4182A



Introduction to Genealogy
Kathie Heidenfelder, Instructor
Ever wonder about those who came before you in your family line, and how to preserve information you have obtained from family members? With the internet, many countries' family histories are available to you. This is a basic course showing you how to get started in the research of your family history, and some of the internet sites that can be invaluable help in your task. Hands-on computer research will be used in this course.
Wed 5/1 1-3pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4402A

Word Processing for Beginners
Gene Chodash, Herb Goldstein, George Lowman, Instructor
Learn to use Microsoft Office 2007 Word to write letters, newsletters, and essays. The course will cover: using menus and toolbars; techniques to rearrange and correct your writing; printing your work; changing fonts, color, size, and style of the characters; and, changing spacing of lines, paragraphs and margins.
Thurs 5/2-5/23 4 sessions 1-3pm
$45 member; $55 non-member NF4022A

PowerPoint: Build a Better Slide Show Presentation
Mei Schwartz, Instructor
Do you want to create a slide show? Have you been asked to give a presentation? Microsoft's PowerPoint will enable you to prepare slide shows with title slides and captions as well as professional-looking presentations with background graphics, bulleted text, pictures, diagrams, charts, tables, sound, video, animation, Internet links and more. No class May 27.
Mon 5/6-6/3 4 sessions 10am-12pm
$45 member; $55 non-member NF4052A

Apple Operating System Overview
Stanley Schwab, Instructor
Experience a demonstration of Apple's Operating System to learn all it offers, and also how it differs from Microsoft's Windows 8. Discover why this system is so easy for users to learn. We will cover the desktop, dock, finder and browser. We will explore Apple Mail, iCal, Contacts and more.
Tues 5/7 1-3pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4392A

Boot Camp for New Computer Users
George Lowman, Instructor; Herb Goldstein, Instructor; Gene Chodash, Instructor
Designed for the brand new computer user, this hands-on workshop introduces you to the mouse, keyboard, navigation, terminology, and other basics. This class will provide the pre-requisite skills needed to enroll and succeed in other computer courses. Let us show you how to start up the computer and make using it fun. No previous experience with computers is necessary.
Tues 5/14-5/28 3 sessions 1-3pm
$35 member; $45 non-member NF4272A

Backing Up Your Computer
Herb Goldstein, Instructor; George Lowman, Instructor
Much of' the important information in your life is now stored on a computer. Whether it's photos, music, business documents, or financial records, nearly everything is digital. With this workshop, discover how to hack up all your files securely so you can be sure your digital life will always be there when you need it.
Wed 5/15 10am-12pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4 1 92A

Save Money on Travel:
Finding Great Travel Deals on the Internet
Gene Chodash, Instructor
The Internet has a trove of information and travel deals waiting to be discovered. Find low cost airfare, hotels, cruises, and rental cars. Book your own flights. Discover where to eat and what sites to see. Choose a time and destination and we will help you plan your vacation. Tins course explores the travel-related Internet sites, and what questions you should ask about your travel needs. Basic Internet knowledge is required. This is both a demonstration and hands-on course.
Wed 5/15 1-3pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4602A 

File Organization Tips for Your Computer
George Lowman, Instructor; Herb Goldstein, Instructor
This workshop will help you master Folder and File Management by using recommended practices and tips to better manage and organize your computer files. With easy to identify folders, you'll quickly find your pictures, recipes, letters, and other computer files. Does no more "Lost Files" sound good to you?
Wed 5/22 10am-12pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4572A

Browsing the Browser
George Lowman, Instructor
The key to the Internet is your "Browser.” A browser is the software you use when you "surf the Net," such as Internet Explorer. If you are new to the Internet or have upgraded to Microsoft's Internet Explorer 9 (IE9,) this workshop is for you. We'll look at the innovative features and short-cuts that will give you that "Beach Boy's feeling" as you surf the Net.
Wed 5/29 10am-12pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4732A

Flyers, Newsletters, and Brochures
Mel Schwartz, Instructor
Learn how to use Microsoft Word to create and insert mastheads, text boxes. Inserts, sidebars headers, footers, photos, clip art, collages, watermarks and more to make flyers, newsletters, and brochures look finished and professional.
Mon 6/3-6/10 2 sessions 1-3pm
$25 member: 8:30 non-member NF4102A

Brain Games
George Lowman, Instructor; Herb Goldstein, Instructor
Have fun working your memory, problem-solving, and language skills with computer-based online games. Adjust the games to your skill level. Play for fun or see how you rate next to top players. This workshop will be lots of fun and highly addictive.
Wed 6/5 10am-12pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4142A

How to Use Your Digital Camera
Gene Chodash, Instructor
This two-session course will allow each student to gain hands-on experience in composing pictures, taking action and night pictures, and transferring pictures from your camera to computer. Finally, learn to edit and print your pictures with Picasa. Bring your camera, the instruction manual, and USB connection cord to class.
Wed 6/5-6/12 2 sessions 1-3pm 

Learn the Magic of Cut, Copy, and Paste
Herb Goldstein, Instructor; George Lowman, Instructor
Three little words can enhance your life: "Cut, Copy, and Paste. - Improve your computing skills by learning new tricks and shortcuts that are useful in many applications, including word processing, e-mail, and surfing the Internet.
Thurs 6/6 1-3pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4502A

Introduction to Photo Editing
Mel Schwartz, Instructor
Using Photoshop Elements 9, learn the basics of improving your photos, whether taken with a digital camera or a film camera. Topics covered include cropping, correcting brightness, contrast, color, sharpening, eliminating "red eye," and resizing and printing the corrected photos. Basic techniques are introduced for selecting only a part of a picture for correction.
Mon 6/10-7/1 4 sessions 10am-12pm
$45 member; $55 non-member NF4062A

Tips, Tricks, & How to Click Right
Herb Goldstein, Instructor
Learn to use the right mouse button to safely drop and drag, explore pop-up menus, create shortcuts, explore the task bar, and many other useful actions that the left mouse button cannot do. This is a lecture and demonstration course for Windows 7, Vista, and XP.
Wed 6/12 10am-12pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4262A

Organize Your Digital Photos...
So You Can Find The Ones you Want Again
 (Not a Computer Class: Will be presented in a classroom.)
Arthur Muir, Instructor; Stuart Smith, Instructor
Are you tired of asking, "Where are the pictures of...?" with the usual response, "They are on the computer somewhere.” Finding the photo you are looking for can be difficult. This course can help. It will teach you how to manage your photographs the same way the pros do by providing a simple framework so that you can file, organize, and sort your photos, making them easy to find and share. You photographs are an important part of your legacy. Let us help you so that you can find them as needed and pass them on. No equipment needed for this presentation.
Wed 6/12 10-11am
$10 member; $12 non-member JT4452A

Beyond Boot Camp
George Lowman, Instructor; Herb Goldstein, Instructor; Gene Chodash, Instructor
Beginning computer users will improve skills in word processing, email, and the Internet. We will reinforce skills that were introduced in Computer Boot Camp. This course will help you to use your computer more effectively.
Thurs 6/13-6/27 3 sessions 1-3pm
$35 member; $45 non-member NF4532A

Express Yourself Online: The Art of "Blogging"
Frank Lackner, Instructor
Have you heard of "blogs" on the internet, but don't quite know how to get started with one? This course provides an introduction to creating your own blog, including editorial considerations, audience, and contributors. We will also discuss the technical issues of setting up a blog, creating content, security settings, usage stats, promotion of the blog, and even potentially making money from it. Participants must be skilled in word processing, email, Internet usage, photo editing, and cut-and-paste procedures.
Mon 6/17 1-3pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4152A

Windows Explorer:
The "Blueprint" of your Windows Computer
George Lowman, Instructor; Herb Goldstein, Instructor
Learn to use Windows Explorer, a versatile file manager and navigation tool that is an integral tool for many computer applications. We will cover a number of skills including creating folders, naming files, file extensions, saving digital pictures and finding folders and files on your PC. Mastering this tool will make your computing experience much more productive.
Tues 6/18 1-3pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4232A

Email: Learn Much More Than You Already Know
George Lowman, Instructor
You use email, but are you sure what you can really do with it? In this course, you will learn how to set up groups, manage junk and spam, make folders, and a bunch of other cool tips that will make your email life more manageable. This course assumes that you have an email account and can do the basics such as log in, and create and send messages.
Wed 6/19
$15 member; $20 non-member 10am-12pm NF4642A 

SKYPE: Get Connected
Herb Goldstein, Instructor; George Lowman, Instructor
With Skype, you can make FREE voice and video calls over the Internet. Stay connected with family and friends. Use the computers in our Learning Center, or bring in your own laptop with video and microphone capability or webcam. Cool stuff!
Tues 6/25 1-3pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4462A

Facebook, Twitter and More
George Lowman, Instructor
"Social Media," you ask. "What's that?” It's Video and YouTube, blogging, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn & Flicker. What are those? Learn the answer to this and many other questions about Social Media in this overview of what's new, what's true, and what you should do about Social Media. Be cool. Learn what is new.
Wed 6/26 10am-12pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4522A

Computer Housekeeping
Gene Chodash, Instructor
Performing routine "housekeeping" tasks can help your computer run more efficiently. Learn how to scan your disc, get rid of temporary internet files and other temporary files, clean out the "My Documents" folder and other folders where information gets stored, defragment your hard drive, and other useful tips to keep your computer running smoothly.
Wed 6/26 1-3pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4202A

What's New In Windows 8?
George Lowman, Instructor
Microsoft introduced its newest operating system — Windows 8 — earlier this year. This workshop covers pretty much everything you will need to know to get started and get a handle on what is new in Windows 8. We'll cover the question of whether von should upgrade, the installation process, using the new boot menu, getting the hang of metro apps, customizing the start screen, and changing settings.
Thurs 6/27 10am-12pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF8192A 

Boot Camp for New Computer Users
George Lowman, Instructor; Herb Goldstein, Instructor; Gene Chodash, Instructor
Designed for the brand new computer user, this hands-on workshop introduces you to the mouse, keyboard, navigation, terminology, and other basics. This class will provide the pre-requisite skills needed to enroll and succeed in other computer courses. Let us show you how to start up the computer and make using it fun. No previous experience with computers is necessary.
Tues 7/2-7/16 3 sessions 1-3pm
$35 member; $45 non-member NF4272B

Flash Drives: Their Mysteries Revealed
George Lowman, Instructor; Herb Goldstein, Instructor
Learn the proper use of this wonderful storage tool, also called a Memory Stick or Thumb Drive. Save files and back-up your home computer. You will have hands-on work in class and learn valuable information on safely saving your important documents or image files. There will be demonstrations of proper use and typical applications, as well as how to properly remove the flash drive.
Wed 7/3 10am-12pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4472A

Intermediate Photo Editing with Photoshop Elements 9
Mel Schwartz, Instructor
Learn additional Photoshop Elements 9 techniques, blemish correction, removing unwanted objects from pictures, combining parts of different pictures, manipulating color, coloring black and white pictures, artistic effects, drawing tools, and more. Learn to use layers to give you more control of the photo editing process. Students must have taken Introduction to Photo Editing or have instructor permission to register.
Mon 7/8-7/29 4 sessions 10am-12pm
$45 member; $55 non-member NF4172A

Scanning and Organizing your Documents
Steve Rosengard, Instructor
Are you tired of bulging file cabinets and difficulty finding documents? Can you easily scan and organize these documents? Learn how to scan and organize all of your receipts, documents, and photographs in an organized secure environment. Just imagine being able to locate and print those important documents and pictures. You can do all of this with a scanner in the comfort of your home.
Mon 7/8 1-3pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4742A

You are in Control!
Using Your Computer's Control Panel
Herb Goldstein, Instructor; George Lowman, Instructor
Your computer's Control Panel controls nearly everything about how Windows looks and works. You can use this to adjust most anything and set up Windows so that it's just right for you. This workshop focuses on just a few of the settings, including Mouse, Power, Display, and Uninstall. We will use Windows 7 for all examples.
Thurs 7/11 1-3pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4132A

Make Your Scanner Work for You
Gene Chodash, Instructor
Is your scanner just sitting and waiting for you to use it? In this demonstration course, you will learn how to set up and use your own scanner. There will be an opportunity to scan a photo or document as well.
Wed 7/17 1-3pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4432A

Fun on the Internet
Herb Goldstein, Instructor; George Lowman, Instructor
There is lots of fun to be had on the internet. In this class, you will experience hands-on surfing the Internet and exploring 100 of the most popular sites. We will look at websites such as banking, cooking, sports, weather, medical prescription drugs and almost anything else you can think of. You will also learn how to copy a website address to send to your friends.
Thurs 7/18 1-3pm
$15 member; $20 non-member N F4082A

Gee! You've Got Mail: Learning to Use Gmail
Herb Goldstein, Instructor
Learn how to use the free, web-based email system by Google - called Gmail. You will create your own personal account that can be used anywhere that you can connect on the Internet. Learn how to have group mailings and special contact lists. We will cover attaching pictures and documents to your email and many more of the special features that Gmail offers. Keyboard and some computer navigation required.
Tues 7/23-7/30 2 sessions 1-3pm
$25 member; $30 non-member NF4362A

The World of Apps for Smart Phones and Tablets: Show Me Your Apps And I Will Show You Mine!
George Lowman, Instructor; Herb Goldstein, Instructor
There are thousands of smartphone and table apps available for fun, entertainment, productivity, and any other reason you can imagine. This workshop will aid you in learning some of the important and fun apps for your smart phones and tablets. We'll share information and discover new stuff. Bring in your device and let the fun begin.
Thurs 7/25 1-3pm
$15 member; $20 non-member NF4112A

Classes Week April 8 to April 12