Courses, Workshops and Private Instruction

Our 2024 digital literacy courses and workshops are listed below. We conduct classes for small groups in our well-equipped and air-conditioned classroom which is accessible by elevator.

For more info or to book a course, please email taegans@atwaterlibrary.ca or phone 514-935-7344 and ask for Taegan Schell.

COURSES FOR BEGINNERS

Digital Storage: Photo and File Management – Two 2-hour sessions (4 hours)
SATURDAYS, September 21 and 28 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
$85 for everyone
Learn how to safely store and easily retrieve your precious photos and files. Get helpful tips for using Google Drive, iCloud, OneDrive and Dropbox.

Digital Storage: Photo and File Management – Two 2-hour sessions (4 hours)
SATURDAYS, November 9 and 16 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
$85 for everyone
Learn how to safely store and easily retrieve your precious photos and files. Get helpful tips for using Google Drive, iCloud, OneDrive and Dropbox

Introduction to Windows 11 – Four 2-hour sessions (8 hours)
WEDNESDAYS and FRIDAYS, November 13, 15, 20, 22 from 10:30 to 12:30 pm
Non-members $150, Members $140, Seniors $135
Learn how to navigate your operating system, search the internet and manage your emails.

COURSES TO DEVELOP SKILLS

PowerPoint Level I – One 2-hour session
SATURDAY, September 14 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
$75 for everyone
Learn the basics of creating and editing slides for your presentations.

Introduction to Excel – Four 2-hour sessions (8 hours)
WEDNESDAYS and FRIDAYS, September 18, 20, 25, 27 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Non-members $150, Members $140, Seniors $135
Learn to manage lists and track budgets.

Introduction to Excel – Four 2-hour sessions (8 hours)
TUESDAYS and FRIDAYS, October 8, 11, 15, 18 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Non-members $150, Members $140, Seniors $135
Learn to manage lists and track budgets.

Graphic Design Basics – Two 2-hour sessions (4 hours)
MONDAY and WEDNESDAY, October 28 and 30 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
$85 for everyone
Learn the basics of graphic design, to create posters, presentations and more using a free account with Canva.com

Introduction to Excel – Four 2-hour sessions (8 hours)
MONDAYS and WEDNESDAYS, November 18, 20, 25, 27 from 4:30 to 7:30 pm
Non-members $150, Members $140, Seniors $135
Learn to manage lists and track budgets

 DEVICE WORKSHOPS 

Introduction to Cybersecurity – One 2-hour session
SATURDAY, October 5 from 1:00 to 3:30 pm
$75 for everyone
Learn to protect yourself against computer viruses.

Smartphones and Tablets Level I – One 2-hour session
SATURDAY, October 12 from 1:00 to 3:30 pm
$75 for everyone
Learn basic functions, tips, and tricks for your Android devices.

Smartphones and Tablets Level II – One 2-hour session
SATURDAY, October 19 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
$75 for everyone
Explore the various “bells and whistles” your Android devices have to offer.

eBooks and Audiobooks – One 2-hour session
SATURDAY, October 26 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
$75 for everyone
Learn how to search the Atwater Library catalogue online, how to download and enjoy eBooks and audiobooks using the Libby app.
Specific to Apple, Android and Windows devices.

iPhones and iPads Level I – One 2-hour session
SATURDAY, November 23 from 1:00 to 3:30 pm
$75 for everyone
Learn basic functions, tips, and tricks for your Apple devices.

iPhones and iPads Level II – One 2-hour session
SATURDAY, November 30 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
$75 for everyone
Explore the various “bells and whistles” your Apple devices have to offer.


Private instruction customized to your particular needs is also an option. The fee is $50 an hour.

 

For more info or to book a course, please email taegans@atwaterlibrary.ca or phone 514-935-7344 and ask for Taegan Schell.