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in Business & Skills Training
Free Technology Classes via Zoom
with NDEC Staff, Mt. Desert Island Adult & Community Education
The National Digital Equity Center provides digital skills training through 40+ classes organized around three curricula:
Our classes range in duration from one to three one-hour class sessions. Classes can either be taken in an online, interactive format via Zoom or in-person at several locations throughout Maine. Our class content and experienced instructors consistently maintain high student satisfaction ratings.
Classes are small groups in nature, ranging in size from 5-10 participants. None of the online interactive classes are available in an on-demand pre-recorded format. Classes are designed to allow participants to get their questions answered and master the skills they need to be successful in a digital world.
Classes are free to Maine residents.
Find the classes you want to take HERE
If you need assistance, contact MDI Adult Ed at (207) 288-4703 or NDEC at (207) 259-5010
Getting Started with Google Workplace
with ed 2go, Kittery Adult Education
To register or for details, click this link: https://www.ed2go.com/kae/online-courses/getting-started-with-google-workspace/
Getting Started with Google Workspace More and more businesses are switching to Google Workspace for their business documents and communications. Are you ready? In this course, you will get experience with nine great Google apps for business and personal use, including Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and Slides, and learn how they all work together in a seamless suite.
Graphic Design Software Essentials Certificate
with UGot Class, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education
The Adobe software tools are the leading software for graphic design. Adobe Illustrator is the industry standard computer illustration software. Use Illustrator to draw shapes and design logos, flyers, posters, banners, business cards or any other vector graphics for print or web.
Adobe InDesign is the industry standard page-layout program that works with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop seamlessly. InDesign allows you to create simple to complex multi-page documents such as brochures, flyers, books and magazines. Use Adobe Photoshop to effectively work with selection and editing tools, layers, and masks to edit, retouch and enhance existing images or create your own composite digital art work. Access to the Adobe software tools required.
Software Requirements:
For all online Adobe classes, students are responsible for purchasing their own software for their course. Trial versions of Adobe software are sometimes available on the Adobe company website. If you're taking the entire “Graphic Design certificate” you'll need Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign. Otherwise you may sign up for a single software. There is no school discount through LERN. More information on Adobe Creative Cloud software can be found at adobe.com
Graphic Design Software Essentials Certificate
with Network Learning Resources, Bangor Adult & Community Education
Introduction to Google Analytics
with Ed2Go, Massabesic Adult and Community Education
Start Anytime! In this course, you will learn to use Google Analytics to make the most of your online traffic. You will see how you can track not just the to all of your online content, but also determine which content is the most appealing, where your visitors came from, what devices they used, how long they stayed, which links they clicked, and where they went when they left. This course guides you step-by-step, report-by-report, through the major parts of the Google Analytics interface. From setting up your Google Analytics account and getting the all-important code you will need to add to your web pages to begin tracking your visitors.
Find out more and register today by visiting the Ed2Go website.
Introduction to iPhone Basics
with BoomerTECH Adventures, Mt. Desert Island Adult & Community Education
This is a self-paced, online course.
The vast majority of iPhone users rarely access all of the available iPhone features. In this course, learn to use your iPhone to the best possible advantage. Some critical features covered include Apple ID and password; structure of the iPhone (buttons and how they work); best apps to have and how to get them; how to text, phone, FaceTime, and email; how to use the Control Center; mastering Settings; updating operating systems; using key apps; and more. An additional session will include iOS 15 updates and the unique features of the newest iPhones (iPhone 12 & 13).
Open Enrollment - take it when you want! These classes are online/videos, on demand so once you register for it, you can watch it as much as you'd like!
BoomerTECH Adventures helps Boomers and Seniors create, connect, and contribute using today’s technology. These courses are fully asynchronous, online courses that students complete on their own time and at your own speed. Each course is a PDF booklet with information about the class, instructions on using the class, and the content of the class (videos and articles). The instructors provide personalized support for the class via email and/or online chat.
Introduction to iPhone Basics
with Boomer Tech, Bangor Adult & Community Education
Introduction to Mac Basics
with Boomer Tech, Bangor Adult & Community Education
In this course you will learn everything you need to know to make your Mac computer (laptop or desktop) hum! Areas of focus include: Mac Operating System, features of the Mac, choosing the best browser, using Spotlight Search, learning how to use the Finder and App Store, understanding the keyboard, and learning the icons that define a Mac computer.