Transcript SeniorNet@20

The World of Possibilities
Available Through
SeniorNet!
What is SeniorNet?
A global non-profit organization for adults
over 50
Over 200 Learning Centers nationwide
Thriving website community and resources
Peer volunteers teaching computer
courses
A million older adults served since 1986
SeniorNet’s Mission
SeniorNet's mission is to provide
older adults education for and access
to computer technologies to enhance
their lives and enable them to share
their knowledge and wisdom.
SeniorNet Learning Center Goals
To educate older adults about computer
technologies in a warm and friendly peer-topeer environment
To encourage lifelong learning
To take part in the SeniorNet community of
computer using older adults
To provide outreach to a wider community,
contributing to society by providing assistance
to others
Why do I want to take computer
classes?
Use the computer to go online for education,
research, socializing, fun and entertainment.
Email your children, grandchildren and
friends.
Meet peers and make friends in class and
online. SeniorNet is truly a community!
Learn innovative programs on digital
photography, financial management,
genealogy and more!
Is There a Class For Me?
Yes! SeniorNet students range from
very beginners (non-computer users)
to advanced students.
SeniorNet courses are specifically
designed to take a student from very
basic computer skills all the way
through advanced programs.
Learn to Search the Web –
www.google.com
Surf the Web –
www.seniornet.org
Surf the Web –
www.socialsecurity.gov
Surf the Web –
www.webmd.com
Email With Your Children,
Grandchildren and Friends
Email and Receive Photos
Ways to Use Microsoft Word
Organize your Recipes
Create Cards and Flyers
Type Letters
Create and Print Labels
Much More!
For an Event…
Or Just to Say Hello
Create Holiday Address Labels
Write Your Family History with
Family Tree Maker
Use Genealogy.com to Learn
More About Your Family History
Manage Finances with Quicken
Stay Safe Online by Learning
About Cyber Security
Digital Photography
Do you have a digital camera, or are
you interested in buying one?
Do you have pictures on disc or
computer?
Do you have old photos to restore?
Digital Photography Editing –
Crop Photos
Remove Red Eye
Create Photo Greeting Cards
Advanced Editing Tools with
Adobe Photoshop Elements
Change a Background
Create a Photo Collage
Questions & Discussion
We Look Forward to Seeing
You In Class!
Thank you!