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 or Valerie Tse.

**Get the BUNDLE DISCOUNT by registering before August 31, 2024 for the Word, Excel and PowerPoint I courses and save up to $55!

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.

COURSES TO DEVELOP SKILLS

Introduction to Word – Four 2-hour sessions (8 hours)
WEDNESDAYS and FRIDAYS, September 4, 6, 11, 13 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Non-members $150, Members $140, Seniors $135
Learn to create, edit, print and save documents.

Apps for Learning Languages – One 2-hour session
SATURDAY, September 7 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
$75 for everyone
Tools to improve language learning

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 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Non-members $150, Members $140, Seniors $135
Learn to manage lists and track budgets.

DEVICE WORKSHOPS 

Buying a Device – One 2-hour session
FRIDAY, August 23 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
$75 for everyone
Inform yourself before buying a PC, laptop or tablet.

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.


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 or Valerie Tse.