This is just a sample of the many computer learning opportunities that exist in Kitchener-Waterloo and on the World-Wide Web.
Self-Directed Courses - Group sessions include on-line tutorials, videos, exercises, and one-on-one support. Topics include introductory courses to Microsoft Word and computer basics. Prices range from $15-20/month. T Call ahead (519-743-1151) to register.
Self-Directed Training - On-line tutorial courses are available at The Working Centre. Participants follow step-by-step interactive instruction in how to use the program they want to learn about. There are more than 100 courses to choose from, including Computer Basics, MS Word 2000, and MS Excel 2000. Individuals can sign up for two sessions (3 hrs each) per week. ($10/month). Sign-ups are on-going.
Waterloo Regional LibraryCourses includes sessions for novice users of the Internet, word processing and web design. Each course consists of three two-hour sessions over three weeks.
Waterloo Region District School Board - Adult and Continuing Education
Courses in computer basics, Microsoft Office, graphics/multimedia, specialized software. Fees from $20. Click here for information on four easy ways to register.
Waterloo Region District School Board - Fifty-Plus Computer CoursesCourses for people aged 50 and older include Windows, introductory Internet, searching on the Internet, and geneaology.
Web Search Guide - A Canadian resource for tutorials on browser use, Web searching, e-mail etc.
Internet Tutorials - University at Albany Libraries - Beginners' tutorials for Internet users, such as using and searching the Web, browser use and training for various software applications.
New User Tutorial - Learn basic computer skills.
Free Courses from Microsoft - The software company provides a number of free courses on how to use its products.
Find more Internet learning resources at the Librarians' Index to the Internet.
