Our classes cover basic technology concepts like how to use computers, phones, tablets, and the internet, how to stay safe online, and more! Click the button to download our current class list!
View Class ListLEVEL 1: BEGINNER
No tech experience needed. For absolute beginners who do have minimal to no experience using the internet, computers, smart devices, and other technology.
Drop-In Tech Help
QUICK SUMMARY:
Bring your smartphone, laptop, or tablet and get your tech questions answered.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Get one-on-one help with your computer, internet, smartphone, and other tech questions. Bring your device and a list of your most important questions. Questions are answered on a first-come, first-served basis and individual sessions may last 10-20 minutes contingent on instructor’s discretion. No tech experience needed.
How the Heck Does This Thing Work? Computers for Beginners
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn the basics of how to use a computer.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn the basic steps of how to use a computer, including how to use a mouse and keyboard and the basic parts of a computer. Have a laptop? Bring it with you for hands-on practice. No tech experience needed.
Is Tech Safe? How Technology Affects Your Health
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how technology affects your health and whether it is safe to use.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Is technology bad for your health? Learn about the most common technology health concerns and whether they are valid. You’ll learn more about how certain types of technologies work to get a better understanding of how they may affect your physical and mental health. No tech experience needed.
Outsmart Your Phone: Smartphones for Beginners
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn the basics of how to use a smartphone.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn the basic steps of how to use a smartphone, including how to make calls, send messages, take photos, and use apps. For both iPhones and Android phones. Bring your smartphone and Google or Apple account login info with you for hands-on practice. No tech experience needed.
LEVEL 2: SKILLED BEGINNER
Basic tech experience recommended. For beginning technology users who are comfortable using very basic features of the internet, computers, smart devices, and other technology.
Email Basics
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how email works and the basics of how to use it.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn what email is, how it works, and how to use its basic features, including how to send, receive, and forward messages, how to attach and send documents, photos, and other files, and how to keep track of your messages. Do you already use email on a laptop, tablet, or smartphone? Bring your device and email login info with you for hands-on practice. Basic tech experience recommended.
Info is Out There! How to Search for Information Online
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how to search for information online and get the results you want.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn how to search for information online and get good results quickly and easily. You’ll learn how to choose between search engines, which type of search terms to use, and how to select the best results. Basic tech experience recommended.
Keep Your Smartphone Appy: How to Manage Apps
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how to find, download, remove, and manage apps on your smartphone.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn what smartphone apps are, how they work, and how to find, download, remove, and manage them on your phone. For both iPhone and Android phones. Bring your smartphone and Google or Apple account login info with you for hands-on practice. Basic tech experience recommended. (Before attending this class, attendance at Bug Tussel University’s “Outsmart Your Phone: Smartphones for Beginners” class is recommended.)
LEVEL 3: INTERMEDIATE
Basic tech experience expected. For users of basic technology who are comfortable using the main features of the internet, computers, smart devices, and other technology.
Get More Out of Facebook
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how to get the best out of your Facebook account and use its basic features.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn about Facebook’s main features, such as profiles, posting, liking and commenting, and sharing. You’ll learn how to use Facebook’s basic features and get tips on how to improve your Facebook safety. Have a smartphone, tablet, or laptop you already use for Facebook? Bring your device and Facebook login info with you for hands-on practice. Basic tech experience expected.
Internet Safety
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how to increase your safety online.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn the basic steps to staying safe on the internet. We’ll talk about passwords, privacy, protecting your personal information, and scams. You’ll learn the steps you can take to increase your safety and security while using the internet. Basic tech experience expected.
So Many Passwords, So Little Time: How to Manage Online Accounts
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how to manage your online accounts easily, safely, and securely.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn how to keep track of your online accounts and passwords. You’ll learn about the best methods you can use to keep a record of your online accounts all in one safe and secure place. You’ll also learn how to keep your information up-to-date easily, even when you need to change your passwords often. Basic tech experience expected.
LEVEL 4: SKILLED INTERMEDIATE
Moderate tech experience recommended. For regular users of basic technology who are comfortable using most features of the internet, computers, smart devices, and other technology.
Photo Frenzy: How to Manage Digital Photos
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how to manage photos on your smartphone.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn how to manage photos on your smartphone, including how to save, share, organize, and edit photos. Have a smartphone with photos on it? Bring it with you for hands-on practice. Moderate tech experience recommended.
Stop Reading C.R.A.A.P.: How to Spot Bad Info Online
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how to spot incorrect info online and how to find reliable sources.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn how to recognize when information online is inaccurate, biased, or manipulative. You’ll learn how to use the C.R.A.A.P. test to evaluate whether the information you’re reading is credible and reliable. You’ll also learn how to search for sources that provide fair, unbiased, and accurate information. Moderate tech experience recommended.
LEVEL 5: ADVANCED
Moderate tech experience expected. For frequent users of basic technology who are very comfortable using most features the internet, computers, smart devices, and other technology.
Extra, Extra! Get Your News Online!
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how to read news online.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn how to access local and national news from reputable online sources. You’ll learn how to search for news online, how to evaluate online sources, and how to set up personalized news settings. Moderate tech experience expected.
Get Radio on Your Phone: Podcast Basics
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how to listen to podcasts on your smartphone.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn how to listen to on-demand talk-radio on your smartphone with podcasts. You’ll learn the basic features of how to use a podcast app or website, including how to find podcasts you like, how to play and pause episodes, how to subscribe to your favorite podcasts, and how to save episodes for later. For both iPhone and Android phones. Bring your smartphone and Google or Apple account login info with you for hands-on practice. Moderate tech experience expected.
How to Shop Safely Online
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how to shop online while keeping your information secure.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn how to stay safe while shopping online. You’ll learn the basics of how to shop online and get top tips for how to keep your information and finances secure. You’ll also learn what to watch out for online shopping scams. Moderate tech experience expected.
How to Video Chat
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn the basics of how to video chat.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn the basic steps of how to video chat, including how to sign on to a video call, how to clearly see and hear yourself and others on a video call, how to mute yourself and turn off your camera, and how to comment and chat. You’ll also learn tips on how to look and sound better while video chatting. Moderate tech experience expected.
Improve Your Brain Health With the Internet
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how to use the internet to improve your cognitive health.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn what types of online activities are good for your brain and the basic features of how to do them. You’ll also learn some strategies for managing your cognitive health with the internet as well as what types of online activities to avoid. Moderate tech experience expected.
Stream On: How to Watch TV and Movies Online
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how to watch television, films, news, and more online.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn the basic features of how to watch movies and TV shows on most streaming services, including how to find movies and shows, how to play and pause movies or episodes, and how to save movies or episodes for later. You’ll also learn about the types of streaming services you can choose from so you can pick the right one for you. Moderate tech experience expected.
Telehealth Basics
QUICK SUMMARY:
Learn how to manage your health online.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Learn how to use the basic features of most online telehealth services, including how to attend a virtual doctor’s visit, how to access your health records, how to pay bills, and how to schedule appointments. You’ll also learn how to ask your doctor where you can sign up for and use telehealth. Moderate tech experience expected.