15 February 2016

Auckland Point School hosts its second Computers in Homes training

The first session got underway at Auckland Point School today and within the group are families from Nelson Central, Victory Primary, Hampden Street and Auckland Point Schools.  As part of the introduction we held a Skype session to share internet option information.  I tried to capture a snap, but unfortunately the photo is a bit reflective.  Maybe a screen shot would have been a better option.


I will post more photos from this group soon.  Enjoy!

Cheers Denise

Blenheim School is underway

After a beautiful summer, we are now settling down to new training.  Thanks to the efforts of Principal Denys Healy, tutor Pam Stoneley, tech James Riddell and Pasifika Advocate Lapu, we now have a training group started at Blenheim School.  It was great to meet you all last week and see the new group begin.  Good luck with all your new learning!!!



Tutor Pam Stoneley










Stepping Up Courses at Nelson Public Library

Hi Everyone in Nelson

Now the New Year is well underway and the children are back at school you may be ready to stretch those computer muscles you have.  Here is the schedule for FREE computer training being held at Nelson Public Library - Elma Turner Library or Stoke Library.

Elma Turner Library classes 10am-12pm
Mousing for beginnersWednesday, 24 Feb
Word for beginnersWednesday, 2 Mar
Basic internet skillsThursday, 3 Mar
Library onlineThursday, 10 Mar
Library appsWednesday, 16 Mar
Research databasesThursday, 17 Mar
Basic internet skillsThursday, 24 Mar
TabletsThursday, 31 Mar
Newspapers onlineWednesday, 6 Apr
eBooksThursday, 7 Apr
SpreadsheetsWednesday, 13 Apr
Social mediaThursday, 14 Apr
Minecraft for adultsWednesday, 20 Apr
Classes must be booked by phoning 03 546 0414, emailing library@ncc.govt.nz or visiting Elma Turner Library.

Stoke Library classes 8.15am-9.15am
Basic internet 1Thursday, 25 Feb
Basic internet 2Thursday, 3 Mar
Email for beginnersFriday, 4 Mar
eBooksThursday, 10 Mar
Library online Friday, 15 Apr
Classes must be booked by emailing library@ncc.govt.nz or visiting Stoke Library.

Important info

  • Booking is essential as class size is limited
  • Elma Turner Library classes are held in the Learning Centre
  • Please leave your name and contact number if you wish to be on a wait list

Class info

MOUSE SKILLS

No computer experience required. For those who wish to gain confidence with using a computer mouse.

BASIC INTERNET

Learn how to access the web. Basic searching techniques and examples of useful and fun websites are given.

NEWSPAPERS ONLINE

Learn to search, read, email and print articles from NZ and international newspapers from the 19th century to the present.

LIBRARY APPS

Find out how to use our library apps to access magazines, newspapers and our library collection

RESEARCH ONLINE (FOR EXPERIENCED INTERNET USERS ONLY)

Search for information from many sources in the ‘deep web’not accessed by Google. Research databases are explored.

MINECRAFT FOR GROWNUPS

Learn to play one of the world’s most popular video games with other adults & parents.  Hands on experience, and we will answer any questions you may have about the game.

DIGITAL PHOTOS

Learn how to download and share photos from your camera and/or smartphone.

EMAIL BASICS

Set up an email account, send, receive, reply to emails and send attachments. Create folders and recognise SPAM.

EBOOKS

Learn how to access Overdrive to download books and audiobooks to your device.

INTRODUCTION TO SPREADSHEETS

Learn how to use Microsoft Excel to create a simple spreadsheet.

TRADE ME

Create an account, browse topics, save auctions to your watchlist, send questions to sellers, reserve prices & list an item.

INTRODUCTION TO TABLETS

Learn how to touch, swipe, pinch hold and drag, connect to Wi-Fi, surf the web, install apps and eReading.