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Connect to Tech @ CCPL Charleston County Public Library July August September 2016 Technology Training Catalog The CCPL Tech Team

technology through hands-on classes, programs, and individual appointments.

Appointments are primarily available at Main.

We have something for all skill levels and needs!

For classes, registration usually begins one week before the class is held.

If you leave a message, we will always get back with you to confirm your status. 843.805.6885 techteam@ccpl.

1 Connect to CCPL Charleston County Public Library July August September 2016 Technology Training Catalog The CCPL Tech Team includes staff from the Main Library and five Regional branches who assist library customers with the use of computers and technology through hands-on classes, programs, and individual appointments. Classes and programs are offered monthly at the Main Library and at selected Regional branch locations. Appointments are primarily available at Main. Take a look inside to find the classes, programs, and assistance coming up in July, August, and September. We have something for all skill levels and needs! CCPL S TECH TEAM Registering for Classes Registration is requested for hands-on classes and appointments. For classes, registration usually begins one week before the class is held. Specific dates are included with descriptions on the following pages. You can register in person, or call or the Tech Team. If you leave a message, we will always get back with you to confirm your status techteam@ccpl.org Classes at Main are held in the Second Floor Classroom. Regional branch classes are held in their auditoriums. Please make every effort to arrive before class begins and call to cancel if you are unable to attend. What s Inside? July Calendar 2 August Calendar 3 September Calendar 4 Class Descriptions & Dates 5-7 Tech Talks & Other Programs 7-8 teaching supporting inspiring 68 Calhoun Street Charleston, SC techteam@ccpl.org Training Locations 8 Tech Team Assistance 8 1

JULY 2016 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Main Main Library 1 2 DOR Dorchester Road Regional JOH John s Island Regional MTP Mt.

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 JOH: Word Basics Main: Digital Drop-In * Main: Intro to Computers Main: Word Basics Library is Closed 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Main: Windows 10 Tips * JOH: Excel Basics Main: CCPL ebooks *

2 JULY 2016 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Main Main Library 1 2 DOR Dorchester Road Regional JOH John s Island Regional MTP Mt. Pleasant Regional OTR STA Otranto Road Regional Hurd/St. Andrews Regional * Registration is not required for starred programs JOH: Word Basics Main: Digital Drop-In * Main: Intro to Computers Main: Word Basics Library is Closed Main: Windows 10 Tips * JOH: Excel Basics Main: CCPL ebooks * Main: Mouse & Keyboard Main: Word Beyond JOH: Intro to Computers Main: Internet Basics JOH: Mouse & Keyboard JOH: PowerPoint Basics Main: Digital Music * Main: Work w/ Windows Main: Excel Basics Main: Internet Beyond JOH: File Storage & Org. JOH: Publisher Basics Main: Cable-Free TV * Main: File Storage & Org. Main: Excel Beyond Main: Essentials 31 CCPL Tech Team techteam@ccpl.org 2

3 AUGUST 2016 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday JOH: Internet Basics JOH: Intro to Computers Main: Internet Basics Main: Word Beyond Main: Facebook 101 * Main: Word Basics MTP: Windows 10 Tips * 4-6 p.m. MTP: Digital Drop-In * JOH: Internet Beyond JOH: Mouse & Keyboard Main: Internet Beyond DOR: Word Basics Main: Twitter 101 * STA: Intro to Computers JOH: Word Basics Main: Excel Beyond Main: Excel Basics JOH: Essentials JOH: Work w/ Windows Main: Essentials DOR: PowerPoint Basics Main: Intro to Computers Main: Pinterest 101 * STA: Mouse & Keyboard JOH: Word Beyond Main: PowerPoint Beyond Main: PowerPoint Basics JOH: Internet Security JOH: File Storage & Org. STA: Work w/ Windows Main: Photos Basics DOR: Excel Basics Main: Publisher Beyond Main: Mouse & Keyboard Main: Instagram 101 * Main: Publisher Basics JOH: Google Drive 30 JOH: Photos Basics STA: File Storage & Org. Main: Windows 10 Tips * 31 Main: Photos Beyond * Registration is not required for starred programs. Main DOR JOH MTP OTR STA Main Library Dorchester Road Regional John s Island Regional Mt. Pleasant Regional Otranto Road Regional Hurd/St. Andrews Regional CCPL Tech Team techteam@ccpl.org 3

4 SEPTEMBER 2016 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Main DOR JOH MTP OTR STA Main Library Dorchester Road Regional John s Island Regional Mt. Pleasant Regional Otranto Road Regional Hurd/St. Andrews Andrews Regional Regional * Registration is not required for starred programs. 1 DOR: Internet Basics Main: Access Basics 2 Main: Work w/ Windows 3 Main: Intro to Computers JOH: Internet Basics Main: Google Drive DOR: Internet Beyond Main: File Storage & Org. Main: Mouse & Keyboard STA: Word Basics JOH: PowerPoint Basics Main: Access Beyond Library is Closed Main: Digital Drop-In * JOH: Word Basics 13 JOH: Internet Beyond STA: Excel Basics 2-3 p.m. DOR: Reference USA * Main: iphone/ipad Tips * 14 Main: Word Basics JOH: PowerPoint Beyond 15 DOR: Essentials Main: LinkedIn 101 * 16 Main: Word Beyond 17 Main: Work w/ Windows JOH: Excel Basics JOH: Essentials Main: Excel Basics DOR: Photos Basics Main: Excel Beyond Main: File Storage & Org. STA: PowerPoint Basics OTR: Windows 10 Tips * Main: Plan a Website * Main: Android Tips * JOH: Publisher Basics 27 JOH: Internet Security STA: Resume Tips MTP: Android Tips * Main: Stream w/ Hoopla * 28 Main: Mail Merge Magic 2-4 p.m. JOH: Digital Drop-In * 29 DOR: Photos Beyond Main: 10 Keys for Coding 30 Main: Tables & Forms * Registration is not required for starred programs. CCPL Tech Team techteam@ccpl.org 4

Computer Fundamentals Exploring the Web Introduction to Computers Learn the parts of the computer, the difference between hardware and software, what an operating system is, and how files are stored.

5 Computer Fundamentals Exploring the Web Introduction to Computers Learn the parts of the computer, the difference between hardware and software, what an operating system is, and how files are stored. Practice using the mouse and keyboard, too! No previous computer experience expected. Main... Thursday, 7/7... Registration begins 6/30 JOH... Monday, 7/11... Registration begins 7/5 JOH... Tuesday, 8/2... Registration begins 7/26 STA... Tuesday, 8/9... Registration begins 8/2 Main... Friday, 8/19... Registration begins 8/12 Main... Saturday, 9/3... Registration begins 8/27 Using the Mouse and Keyboard Learn how to click, double-click, click and drag, and scroll with the mouse. Then practice typing and editing text, numbers, and symbols with the keyboard. No previous computer experience expected. Main... Thursday, 7/14... Registration begins 7/7 JOH... Monday, 7/18... Registration begins 7/11 JOH... Tuesday, 8/9... Registration begins 8/2 STA... Tuesday, 8/16... Registration begins 8/9 Main... Friday, 8/26... Registration begins 8/19 Main... Saturday, 9/10... Registration begins 9/3 Working with Windows Explore the typical commands you ll see when working with Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 2016, including the Start menu. Learn how to customize settings and make selections. Experience using the mouse and keyboard is expected. Main...Thursday, 7/21... Registration begins 7/14 JOH... Tuesday, 8/16... Registration begins 8/9 STA... Tuesday, 8/23... Registration begins 8/16 Main... Friday, 9/2... Registration begins 8/26 Main... Saturday, 9/17... Registration begins 9/10 File Storage and Organization Learn how to save and organize your files more efficiently. Discover how to rename and copy files, create folders, and delete files. Experience using the mouse and keyboard is expected. JOH... Monday, 7/25... Registration begins 7/18 Main...Thursday, 7/28... Registration begins 7/21 JOH... Tuesday, 8/23... Registration begins 8/16 STA... Tuesday, 8/30... Registration begins 8/23 Main... Friday, 9/9... Registration begins 9/2 Main... Saturday, 9/24... Registration begins 9/17 Main Library John s Island Regional St. Andrews Regional Mt. Pleasant Regional Dorchester Road Regional Otranto Road Regional See back cover for location addresses. Internet: The Basics Dive into the Web with Google Chrome! Learn how to find and evaluate sites, understand URLs and links, and set bookmarks. Completion of Computer Fundamentals (or previous experience) is expected. Main... Tuesday, 7/12... Registration begins 7/5 JOH... Monday, 8/1... Registration begins 7/25 Main.. Wednesday, 8/3.. Registration begins 7/27 DOR... Thursday, 9/1... Registration begins 8/25 JOH... Tuesday, 9/6... Registration begins 8/30 Internet: Beyond the Basics Learn how to search for sites effectively. Explore common video, shopping, and social media sites and discuss online safety. Completion of Internet: The Main... Tuesday, 7/19... Registration begins 7/12 JOH... Monday, 8/8... Registration begins 8/1 Main.. Wednesday, 8/10.. Registration begins 8/3 DOR... Thursday, 9/8... Registration begins 9/1 JOH... Tuesday, 9/13... Registration begins 9/6 Essentials Practice sending messages with a Yahoo training account. Explore attachments, folders, and contacts, too. Completion of Internet: The Basics (or previous experience) is expected. Main... Tuesday, 7/26... Registration begins 7/19 JOH... Monday, 8/15... Registration begins 8/8 Main.. Wednesday, 8/17... Registration begins 8/10 DOR... Thursday, 9/15... Registration begins 9/8 JOH... Tuesday, 9/20... Registration begins 9/13 Internet Security Tips and Tactics Learn about the most common online threats and how to stay protected while searching the Web and working with . Completion of Internet: The JOH... Monday, 8/22... Registration begins 8/15 JOH... Tuesday, 9/27... Registration begins 9/20 Google Drive Use Google s apps to create and share documents. Learn about cloud storage and online collaboration. Completion of Internet: The Basics and Word: The JOH... Monday, 8/29... Registration begins 8/22 Main.. Wednesday, 9/7.. Registration begins 8/31 10 Keys to Coding Explore the fundamentals of HTML. Practice typing code that includes formatted text, a hyperlink, a table, and a photograph. Completion of Internet: The Basics or previous experience is expected. Main... Thursday, 9/29... Registration begins 9/22 5

6 Office 2016: The Basics More with Office 2016 Word 2016: The Basics Type, edit, and format text in a document. Practice copying and pasting, adding an image, saving, and printing the document. Completion of Computer Fundamentals (or previous experience) is expected. JOH... Tuesday, 7/5... Registration begins 6/28 Main... Saturday, 7/9... Registration begins 7/2 Main... Tuesday, 8/2... Registration begins 7/26 JOH... Wednesday, 8/10... Registration begins 8/3 DOR... Thursday, 8/11... Registration begins 8/4 STA... Tuesday, 9/6... Registration begins 8/30 JOH... Monday, 9/12... Registration begins 9/6 Main.. Wednesday, 9/14.. Registration begins 9/7 Excel 2016: The Basics Create a workbook with formatted text, simple formulas, and multiple sheets. Practice creating a chart and printing, too. Completion of Word: The JOH... Tuesday, 7/12... Registration begins 7/5 Main... Saturday, 7/23... Registration begins 7/16 Main... Tuesday, 8/9... Registration begins 8/2 DOR... Thursday, 8/25... Registration begins 8/18 STA... Tuesday, 9/13... Registration begins 9/6 Excel 2016: The Basics continued JOH... Monday, 9/19... Registration begins 9/12 Main... Wednesday, 9/21.. Registration begins 9/14 PowerPoint 2016: The Basics Design a slide show with formatted text, images, and a design theme. Explore the various views and show settings. Completion of Word: The Basics (or previous experience) is expected. JOH... Tuesday, 7/19... Registration begins 7/12 Main... Tuesday, 8/16... Registration begins 8/9 DOR...Thursday, 8/18... Registration begins 8/11 JOH... Wednesday, 9/7... Registration begins 8/31 STA... Tuesday, 9/20... Registration begins 9/13 Publisher 2016: The Basics Create a flyer by customizing a built-in template. Add shapes and images, choose color and font schemes, and explore layers. Completion of Word: The Basics or previous experience is expected. JOH... Tuesday, 7/26... Registration begins 7/19 Main... Tuesday, 8/23... Registration begins 8/16 JOH... Monday, 9/26... Registration begins 9/19 Access 2016: The Basics Discover the basic tools used to create and modify related tables, forms, queries, and reports in a database. Completion of Excel: The Basics (or previous experience) is expected. Main...Thursday, 9/1... Registration begins 8/25 Word 2016: Beyond the Basics Practice some of Word s more advanced features like inserting photos and text boxes, working with tabs and tables, and adding shapes and page borders. Completion of Word: The Basics (or previous experience) is expected. Main... Saturday, 7/16... Registration begins 7/9 Main... Thursday, 8/4... Registration begins 7/28 JOH... Wednesday, 8/17... Registration begins 8/10 Main... Friday, 9/16... Registration begins 9/9 Resume Tips and Tools Use a Word resume template to effectively represent your experiences. Adjust the layout and format text professionally. Completion of Word: The STA... Tuesday, 9/27... Registration begins 9/20 Mail Merge Magic Merge an Excel contacts list with Word to create custom letters, envelopes, and labels. Completion of Word: The Basics and Excel: The Basics (or previous experience with both) is expected. Main.. Wednesday, 9/28.. Registration begins 9/21 Tables and Forms Learn how to design and format a table, and then add text fields, check boxes, drop-down menus to create a fillable form. Completion of Word: The Basics or previous experience is expected. Main... Friday, 9/30... Registration begins 9/23 Excel 2016: Beyond the Basics Learn how to customize a worksheet by inserting and formatting rows and columns, sorting and filtering data, applying additional formulas, and selecting print options. Completion of Excel: The Main... Saturday, 7/30... Registration begins 7/23 Main... Thursday, 8/11... Registration begins 8/4 Main... Friday, 9/23... Registration begins 9/16 PowerPoint 2016: Beyond the Basics Insert slides and modify text boxes to display digital photos. Learn how to link to other slides and sites, format text with special effects, and apply custom animation. Completion of PowerPoint: The Basics (or previous experience) is expected. Main... Thursday, 8/18... Registration begins 8/11 JOH... Wednesday, 9/14.. Registration begins 9/7 Publisher 2016: Beyond the Basics Add design elements like sidebars, tables, photo captions, and calendars to create a newsletter from a blank publication. Insert pages, text, and images and link text boxes. Completion of Publisher: The Main... Thursday, 8/25... Registration begins 8/18 Access 2016: Beyond the Basics Import and export data, establish advanced relationships, design complex queries, and modify objects in design view. Completion of Access: The Main... Thursday, 9/8... Registration begins 9/1 Main Library John s Island Regional St. Andrews Regional Mt. Pleasant Regional Dorchester Road Regional Otranto Road Regional See back cover for location addresses. 6

Digital Photos: The Basics Fun with Photos Explore some common features shared by digital cameras, like pixel and zoom

Completion of Internet: The Main.. Wednesday, 8/24.. Registration begins 8/17 JOH... Tuesday, 8/30.

.. Registration begins 9/15 Digital Photos: Beyond the Basics Learn how to use software and websites to import, organize,

Completion of Digital Photos: The Basics (or previous experience) is expected. Main.. Wednesday, 8/31.

.. Registration begins 9/22 Tech Talks & Other Programs Registration is not required for these programs.

Tuesday, September 13 20 Tips Series Android Devices Bring your Android device (or come and watch) and practice 20 tips

Pleasant Regional Library Windows 10 Devices Bring your laptop (or come and watch) and take a look at Windows newest

Pleasant Regional Library Tuesday, August 30 Wednesday, September 21 Otranto Road Regional Library Social Networking 101

Saturday, August 27 LinkedIn 101 Thursday, September 15 Planning a Website Explore traditional websites and free

Thursday, September 22 Downloading & Streaming Series All programs are on Wednesdays from in the Main Library Classroom.

7 Digital Photos: The Basics Fun with Photos Explore some common features shared by digital cameras, like pixel and zoom settings. Learn how to transfer, organize, and print photos. Practice using some simple editing tools. Completion of Internet: The Main.. Wednesday, 8/24.. Registration begins 8/17 JOH... Tuesday, 8/30... Registration begins 8/23 DOR... Thursday, 9/22... Registration begins 9/15 Digital Photos: Beyond the Basics Learn how to use software and websites to import, organize, and edit photos. Create a web album with Flickr and explore photo project ideas with Shutterfly. Completion of Digital Photos: The Basics (or previous experience) is expected. Main.. Wednesday, 8/31... Registration begins 8/24 DOR... Thursday, 9/29... Registration begins 9/22 Tech Talks & Other Programs Registration is not required for these programs. iphones & ipads Bring your ipad or iphone (or come and watch) and practice 20 tips every ios owner should know! Tuesday, September Tips Series Android Devices Bring your Android device (or come and watch) and practice 20 tips every Android owner should know! Tuesday, September 20 Tuesday, September 27 Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Windows 10 Devices Bring your laptop (or come and watch) and take a look at Windows newest operating system. Monday, July 11 Wednesday, August 3 Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Tuesday, August 30 Wednesday, September 21 Otranto Road Regional Library Social Networking 101 Series Explore the major features of Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, Snapchat, and LinkedIn and learn how to get connected today! Facebook 101 Saturday, August 6 Twitter 101 Saturday, August 13 Pinterest 101 Saturday, August 20 Instagram & Snapchat 101 Saturday, August 27 LinkedIn 101 Thursday, September 15 Planning a Website Explore traditional websites and free alternatives. Learn about domains, host services, design templates, and more. Thursday, September 22 Downloading & Streaming Series All programs are on Wednesdays from in the Main Library Classroom. OverDrive ebooks and Audiobooks Get an overview of CCPL s OverDrive catalog and practice finding and downloading ebooks and audiobooks to a device. Wednesday, July 13 Digital Music Demo Learn how to stream the music you like for free and how to download and sync tracks from online stores and CCPL s Freegal. Wednesday, July 20 Cable-Free TV Explore some popular options for viewing shows and movies via the Web, including devices like Roku and Chromecast. Wednesday, July 27 What s the Hoopla? Take a look at Hoopla, the library s latest media resource, which provides thousands of ebooks, audiobooks, songs, comics, TV shows, and movies. Learn how to stream on your PC, or through your device. Tuesday, September 27 7

8 TECH HELP Need some help getting started with that new laptop, tablet, or e-reader? Sign up for a 30-minute appointment with a Tech Team member at the Main Library. Call today! Tech Team members are also available near the Second Floor computers at Main most days, and will be happy to assist you there. Many of our Regional libraries offer Book-a-Librarian appointments for help with our downloadable items, as well. Call your local branch for more information or take a look at the special opportunities for assistance shown below. Digital Drop-Ins Do you need a little help with your new laptop, phone, or tablet? Would you like to see some popular device options before making a purchase? Drop in and play with our tech toy box or see a Tech Team member for assistance. Registration is not required. First come, first served. Additional appointments may be necessary. Wednesday, July 6 Main Library, 2 nd Floor Classroom Wednesday, August p.m. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Tuesday, September 6 Main Library, 2 nd Floor Classroom Wednesday, September p.m. John s Island Regional Library Open Computer Labs Join us in the auditorium for an open computer lab with reference staff on hand to answer your questions. Tuesday, September p.m. Mt. Pleasant Regional Library Need to make a resume, apply for a job, study for citizenship or the GED, or learn a language? Come use the computer and get help with a variety of tasks. Help is available in English and Spanish. Mondays, August 8, 15, 22, & pm Dorchester Road Regional Library RESOURCE DEMO How to Use ReferenceUSA Learn to use this free business, government, and residential directory. Tuesday, September p.m. Dorchester Road Regional Library More Opportunities to Learn! Clases de computacion: Bilingual Computer Classes This series covers the computer basics in English and Spanish. No experience necessary. Call the Dorchester Road library at (843) to register. Registration begins August 30. Tuesdays, September 6, 13, 20, and 27 10:30-11:30 a.m. Dorchester Road Regional Library Learn a Programming Language with Python This 4-week class will incorporate a Lynda.com tutorial to cover the fundamentals of programming in Python. The online lectures, "Up and Running with Python," will be accompanied by sample tools and collaborative activities. The class is open to teens and adults who have strong computer skills and some knowledge of programming. (Participants may also wish to watch the Lynda.com course "Fundamentals of Programming with Simon Allardice" before beginning.) Personal laptops are encouraged, but one will be provided if needed. You must have a valid Charleston County Library card. Registration is limited to 10 and is required by calling Participation in the first class is mandatory. Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 6:15-7:15 p.m. Want to receive this publication by each month? Sign up for our monthly newsletter! Send your request in an to techteam@ccpl.org with your full name and phone number. We ll add you to the list! TRAINING LOCATIONS LOCATIONS ADDRESSES MAIN LIBRARY 68 Calhoun Street, Charleston DORCHESTER ROAD 6325 Dorchester Road, North Charleston JOHN'S ISLAND 3531 Maybank Hwy, John s Island MT. PLEASANT 1133 Mathis Ferry Road, Mt. Pleasant OTRANTO ROAD 2261 Otranto Road, North Charleston HURD/ST. ANDREWS 1735 N. Woodmere Drive, Charleston Call for more information. 8

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Connect to CCPL Connect to Tech @ CCPL Charleston County Public Library TECH NEWS January February March 2016 Send your request in an email to techteam@ccpl.org with your full name and phone number. We ll add you to the