Rice Public Library Tech Series

Join librarian Katie Lyons for AE technology classes at Rice Public Library!

Learn the basics of sending, sorting and receiving mail in Gmail, and everything you can do with your account that makes Gmail stand out from the rest.

This in person, instructor-led Intuit-approved course, using Windows OS is geared for beginning/intermediate users. Students will learn to navigate one of the most widely used accounting software applications for small businesses. QuickBooks is an enormous aid in paying bills, invoicing, tracking expenses, paying sales tax and creating reports to better manage a small business or company. This course provides the MOS certification pathway (no expiration) for interested students, and they may elect to take the official exam, if interested. Call the Adult Ed office for separate purchase details of the required printed textbook/eBook which accompanies this course. Please note: In class, students will use MCST provided laptops, but all students will need Windows OS operating computers at home in order to do homework assignments. Please fill out this 2 part form and return ASAP.

This class walks you through the process of creating an online account. We also discuss how to recover your password should you forget it, what the potential issues are for privacy and safety, and how to best navigate those issues. No devises are required, just bring yourself.

In this nine-week class, participants will learn the fundamentals of computer programming using the Python language. This course is for the complete beginner or someone with slight exposure to programming. Mr. Greer brings a wealth of experience, having worked in IT since 2004. Students will need either a PC or Mac desktop or laptop computer (no Chromebooks) and a reliable internet connection. Pre-registration is required to receive online link.

Cloud Library is an online platform used by libraries in Maine as well as many other states to borrow eBooks and audiobooks. This free service allows you to choose from over 10,000 titles to view or listen to on your device. Learn how to download, navigate, and customize your Cloud Library.

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The National Digital Equity Center, a 501c3 non-profit, is a nationally recognized organization with a mission to close the digital divide across the United States. The National Digital Equity Center has been, and will continue to be, a thought leader on digital equity and digital inclusion.The National Digital Equity Center provides Digital Literacy classes that provide opportunities for professional growth, personal enrichment, the development of computer skills, and preparation for professional careers in a supportive environment. Customized training and consulting solutions are offered to businesses and industries, as well as community residents. Online classes are held in a live interactive form using a videoconference platform; in-person classes are at community locations in collaboration with partner organizations.  We provide all instruction in a small group interactive learning setting, whether it is online or in-person.

Please use the link at the bottom of this page to register.

The internet has become such a large part of our daily lives and having a basic understanding of it is essential. This course introduces students to the origins of the internet, how it works and what you can do on the internet.

No devices are required; just bring yourself.

Fee:
FREE

When:
Wednesday, February 12th

Time:
10AM - 11AM

Registration Link:
https://digitalequitycenter.org/classes/class/understanding-the-internet/?instance_id=5595

With online content, we have a constant flow of information as well as misinformation. In this class we will look at ways to determine "real" news from "fake" news and then discover how to find the news and information you want using Blogs, Podcasts, online publications, and much more. No devises are required, just bring yourself.