Tags : library | classes | books

Technology @OCLS
Sun Apr 24 04:37:40 EDT 2011
Home: http://www.ocls.info/Programs/ComputerClasses/default.asp
Feed: http://www.myrsscreator.com/members/computer.xml

We've Moved! - The Technology @ OCLS RSS has moved! Point your RSS reader to http://feeds.feedburner.com/OCLSTechnology to continue to receive the Technology @ OCLS RSS feed.

What's Web 2.0? - Find out how to collaborate and share information with others using Web 2.0 applications. The Technology @ OCLS RSS is moving! Point your RSS reader to http://feeds.feedburner.com/OCLSTechnology to continue to receive this RSS feed.

Be Your Own I.T. Specialist - Learn all the fundamentals of computer maintenance, networking, and security with this series of classes. The Technology @ OCLS RSS is moving! Point your RSS reader to http://feeds.feedburner.com/OCLSTechnology to continue to receive this RSS feed.

Rent A Computer Classroom - Does your business or civic group need a computer classroom? Then rent one of our state-of-the-art PC or Mac classrooms. (PDF format) The Technology @ OCLS RSS is moving! Point your RSS reader to http://feeds.feedburner.com/OCLSTechnology to continue to receive this RSS feed.

Create Your Own Calendar - Use Microsoft Publisher to create your own calendar for 2009. Learn to publish from the comfort of home in this two-part class series. The Technology @ OCLS RSS is moving! Point your RSS reader to http://feeds.feedburner.com/OCLSTechnology to continue to receive this RSS feed.

Blog It! - Learn how to create an easy-to-use Web site where you can publish your thoughts, comments or pictures to share with friends and family. The Technology @ OCLS RSS is moving! Point your RSS reader to http://feeds.feedburner.com/OCLSTechnology to continue to receive this RSS feed.

Learn It! Do It! Pitch It! - Teens between 13-18 apply for our game design workshop. Learn how to create a game proposal and develop a game prototype using a MAC computer.

Concerned About Internet Safety? - Shop safely online this holiday season. Learn safety tips and good practices for using the Internet.

Learn A New Language With OCLS - Want to learn a foreign language? Find out how to use the Internet and our Library Resources to learn a new language.

Perfect Your Digital Photographs - Learn the features of digital cameras, how to upload pictures to your computer, and manipulate images using Photoshop.

Explore eBay - Buy and sell online through eBay in this two-part class series.

Take A Virtual Class This Holiday - Have some time off this holiday? Take one of our virtual classes, including business writing, e-mail and Microsoft Office.

Library Holiday Hours - The Library will be closed several days during this holiday season. Make sure you're up to date with our holiday hours.

Traveling This Holiday Season? - Don't forget to take a good book on your trip. Browse downloadable audiobooks and eBooks including bestselling titles using OverDrive. Add these books to your PC or transfer them to a portable device to enjoy them anytime, anywhere!

Traveling This Holiday Season? - Don't forget to take a good book on your trip. Browse downloadable audiobooks and eBooks including bestselling titles using OverDrive. Add these books to your PC or transfer them to a portable device to enjoy them anytime, anywhere!

Traveling This Holiday Season? - Don't forget to take a good book on your trip. Browse downloadable audiobooks and eBooks including bestselling titles using OverDrive. Add these books to your PC or transfer them to a portable device to enjoy them anytime, anywhere!

Turkey Dressing Or Dress-A-Turkey? - Whether it's how to make the right dressing for your turkey, or how to dress your turkey right, this Thanksgiving Virtual Gallery is a great place to visit. Get information on how to prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Interested In The Stock Market? - Visit the Value Line Research Center for unbiased investment-related information. Their focus on operating numbers and the quantitative expertise of their analysts can save you hours of work in identifying and examining stocks.

Create Simple And Easy Publications - Use available templates to create simple publications with Publisher and Scribus. Create everything from flyers to monthly newsletters.

Learn QuickBooks - Is QuickBooks more than you can handle in a single day? Then try our new daily QuickBooks series in November.

Take Classes Live on the Internet - Did you know OCLS offers live classes online? Register for one of our classes and interact with a live instructor from the comfort of your home.

Get To Know Your Mac - Interested in learning more about your Mac? Then attend our exclusive series of classes in our state-of-the-art Mac Classroom.

Get Help Building Your Small Business - Explore sample business plans ranging from manufacturing to virtual reality game companies. There's also additional resources for owners preparing to research and compose their own plan.

A Week Of Photoshop - Instead of taking all of the Photoshop classes in one day, we are now offering Photoshop throughout the week. For a full week in November, classes will be offered daily at 4 p.m.

Check Out Office 2007 - Thinking about buying Microsoft Office 2007? Already own it, but not sure where everything is? Try one of our new Office 2007 classes.

Ready For The Holidays? - Get prepped for the holidays at OCLS. Attend a special series of classes designed to help you prepare for the season.

Learn the Fundamentals of Excel In One Day - Spend a day in your Library and learn everything in Excel. From the basics of spreadsheets to balance sheets with Pivot Charts and Tables.

Interested In Politics And The Election? - Learn more about what's going on in politics. Discover how our government works. Find out about the issues and our Presidential candidates. It's all here in our Political Virtual Gallery.

Spooky Florida - Find all of the spooky parts of Florida this Halloween. Use our Virtual Gallery to find ghost tours, haunted areas in Florida, and scary events this holiday.

Text Your Questions to OCLS - Now you can send your questions to OCLS through SMS text messages. Text message your question to 407.574.1146 and we'll text message back results.

Make Your Own Ringtone - Audacity is used to record, edit, and save digital audio files on your computer. By using this free open source audio editing program you can even design your own ringtone!

Looking For A Photo Editing Software Substitute? - We now offer GIMP, a free online software which you can use to edit your photos.

HTML In A Day - Get the basics of any Web site building program. Learn how to build your own Web site from scratch. All you need is Notepad!

Stay In Contact Without Using The Phone - "Create a Web Site Using a Blog" is all about learning how to design an easy to use Web site where you can publish your thoughts, comments or pictures and share them with family and friends.

Trying To Find Good Biographical Info? - Log in to this database and read up on people from the past and present.

Take Classes Live Online - Did you know OCLS offers live classes online? Register for one of our classes and interact with a live instructor from the comforts of your home.

Bestsellers Available Online 24/7 - Browse downloadable audiobooks and eBooks including bestselling titles using OverDrive. Add these audiobooks to your PC or transfer them to a portable device. You can also burn many titles to CD to enjoy them anytime, anywhere!

Podcast It! - View highlights from some of the amazing public events that OCLS is continually offering in audio and video format. Learn how to subscribe now!

Do You Know Our Hours And Locations? - Find out our hours and locations before coming to see us.

Study Your Pop Culture - Search over 300 full-text resources to find information about American and world pop culture such as: fads, headlines, and new words/phrases for each decade. You can even check out the skills center for assistance in writing research papers.

Create Simple And Easy Publications - Use available templates to create simple publications with Publisher. Create everything from flyers to monthly newsletters.

OCLS Has A New Homepage - Have you seen the Orange County Library System's new homepage? If not, check out our changes! Many new links have been added and the entire page has been redesigned.

Weeklong QuickBooks Series - QuickBooks may be more than you can handle in just one day. Try our weeklong QuickBooks series in October. Each class is offered at 2 p.m.

A Week Of Photoshop - Instead of taking all of the Photoshop classes in one day, we are now offering Photoshop in a week!. For a full workweek, each class will be at 10 a.m.

Discover Consulta - Explore images, timelines, biographies, and much more in this Spanish-language database. It includes award-winning reference books, journals, and information on a wide range of subjects.

Learn A New Language With OCLS - Take a class to find out how to use the Internet and our Library Resources to learn a foreign language.

Interested In Politics And The Election? - Learn more about what's going on in politics. Discover how our government works. Find out about the issues and our Presidential candidates. It's all here in our Political Virtual Gallery.

Computer Classes For Seniors - This month, the Library is offering a full range of classes on basic computer usage. Learn how to take, organize, and e-mail photos.

Excel In Six Classes - Spend a day in your Library and we will cover everything in Excel. From the basics of spreadsheets to how to create a balance sheet with Pivot Charts and Tables.

Fee And Fine Changes Take Effect Today - Several changes go into effect today. Find out more about the changes being made to OCLS and how they affect you.

Check Out Office 2007! - Thinking about buying Microsoft Office 2007? Already own it, but not sure where everything is? Try one of our new Office 2007 classes.

Nuevo: Destrezas en el Manejo del Teclado - Aprenda a como colocar sus manos correctamente sobre el teclado y a mejorar sus destrezas mediante el uso del programa TypingMaster. (This class will be taught in Spanish.)

Fee And Fine Changes To All Branches. - Many new changes are taking place on October 1, 2008 to your Library. Find out how fees and fines will be affected.

Office Supplies For Purchase At Your Library. - Forgot to bring a disk or flash drive to save your files? Don't have earphones to listen to music? These products are available for purchase from any of our library locations!

Are You A Football Fan? - See if you can identify the teams with this interactive drag and drop matching game.

Are You A Football Fan? - See if you can identify the teams with this interactive drag and drop matching game.

Be A Part of History! - Upload pictures, videos, and documents. Share comments about your Orlando. Preserve the past of our beautiful city.

There's A New Online Class Web Page Now Available. - Check out the new Web page and play the sample demonstration - view what's offered, or register for one of the new classes.

Teach Kids The Joy Of Reading In A Format They'll Love. - TumbleBooks are created by taking existing picture books and animating them with sound, music, and narration.

Save Money! Use Library Resources - Check your wallet and purses at the door! The Library offers tons of free resources for you to use. Try them all! The only requirement is a library card.

Become A Typing Master. - Improve your typing skills! TypingMaster Online uses keyboard drills, timed exercises, review exercises, typing tests, and games to help you master your typing skills.

A Solution To Your Homework Woes. - Get connected to a tutor in an online classroom for up to 20 minutes of help. Live Homework Help provides assistance conveniently through the Internet.

Create Professional Pieces Using Microsoft Office Applications. - Take a full day to learn how to create projects or perform specific applications using many of the Microsoft Office programs.

Introducing: GanttProject - Schedule and manage work projects easily, assign tasks and resources efficiently using Gantt and PERT charts with this free open source application.

Introducing: GanttProject - Schedule and manage work projects easily, assign tasks and resources efficiently using Gantt and PERT charts with this free open source application.

Need A New Job? - Write a resume, build a business letter, and practice interviewing for jobs. Pick up the skills you need to get a great job.

Explore The World Of eBay. - Learn how to buy and sell online through eBay in this two-part series.

Can't Catch Photoshop During The Day? Why Not Take It Online At Night? - Time to enhance your artistic skills with Photoshop. Take these classes at home online.

Spruce Up Your Computer Presentations - Take all four levels of our PowerPoint classes to improve your presentations and wow your audience.

An Entire Week Of Microsoft Office. - Need to learn all of the Microsoft Office programs quickly and easily? We have a full week dedicated to Outlook, Publisher, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Access.

Interested In A Mac? - Take that fancy Mac for a spin. We are now teaching popular Mac programs. Take a look!

More Advanced Classes Online! - We're now offering Level 2 for both QuickBooks and Photoshop online! Take a more advanced class from the comfort of your home.

Can't Make It To A Live Computer Class? Take It Online. - You are just a click away from learning new software online.

Meeting Room Charges Take Effect - The Library will begin charging for meeting rooms at all locations beginning October 1st.

When Is The Next Special Event At A Local Branch? - Check no further than our Upcoming Events Web page to view classes and programs happening this week.

There Is Plenty Of Parking For Our Library Visitors. - Get additional parking information through the Downtown Orlando Parking pages link.

Ready To Go Back to School? - Use our Virtual Gallery to prepare for the upcoming school year with readiness guides, book reviews, and live homework help.

Have a Web Page? Put An OCLS Banner On Your Site! - Follow the easy instructions to download an image file. The banners are great!

Teach Kids The Joy Of Reading In A Format They'll Love. - TumbleBooks are created by taking existing picture books and animating them with sound, music, and narration.

When You Don't Know What Question To Ask. - Check out the Confused? Site. Click on the Random Pick link and read the answers to get informed.

Want to Learn About Your Family Roots? - Try Ancestry Library Edition or HeritageQuest Online in our genealogy section of online databases.

Are You Controlled by Technology? - Take a quiz and use the Library's resources to discover how to survive and succeed in this high-tech society.

Introducing...GanttProject! - Schedule and manage work projects easily and assign tasks and resources efficiently using Gantt and PERT charts with this free open source application.

Discover Google Programs. - Learn about web-based programs for word processing and spreadsheets. Or take a class to create three-dimensional models.

Make Smart Investment Decisions With Morningstar. - Find a stock or fund to meet your needs, research current or prospective holdings, or see how your investments fit together. Give it a try today!

Explore The World Of eBay. - Learn how to buy and sell online through eBay in this two-part class.

Do You Need To Study For The GED Or Some Other Standardized Exam? - Prepare for exams with help from our online database LearnATest.

An Entire Week Of Microsoft Office. - Need to learn all of the Microsoft Office programs quickly and easily? We have a full week dedicated to Outlook, Publisher, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Access.

Keep Your Computer Up To Date And Virus Free! - These classes teach the basics of computer networking, maintenance, and security. Learn how to protect and maintain your PC in a day.

Can't Make It To A Computer Class? Take It Online. - You are just a click away from learning new software online...

Try A Mac Class. - Take that fancy Mac for a spin. We are now teaching popular Mac programs.

QuickBooks Pro 2006 Now Available! - Learn the features of QuickBooks Pro and how it can be used to organize your business or personal finances.

Check Out Some Of Our OCLS Podcasts. - Now is the time to register for various Podcasts for OCLS events and books.

What Computer Classes Does The Library Teach? - Here's a complete list of the computer classes available through the Library.

New Homepage For OCLS Coming Soon! - Get a sneak peak at the new OCLS homepage before it goes live. Provide your opinion on the new features available.

Have A Personal Finance Question? - Explore the Money Matters Virtual Gallery and discover all of the ways the Library can help you with your finances.

Easy Fine Paying. - Why come in to pay fines, when you may pay online?

Is Your Teen Computer Savvy? We Need Their Help! - Now your teen can join Techno Teens and review and suggest online resources for the Informed Teen Web site!

Before You Buy It, Check It Out! - Use the OCLS Online Book Lookup to find out if the Library owns a copy of a book found on Amazon.com or Barnesandnoble.com.

Improve Your English With ELLIS. - ELLIS is a computer-based program that can teach English to all ages. Learn and practice to read, write, and speak English at your own speed. You can even practice recording and listening to your own voice!

Trying To Keep The Kids Busy This Summer? Bring Them Downtown To The Children's Library! - The Children's Library has a large collection of books, tapes, DVDs, and other materials to help relieve the doldrums of summer!

Catch A Good Story From Our Storytelling Staff! - Enjoy these wonderful stories to put the kids to bed to or share some wholesome family time.

Check Out This Quick Way To Finding Information On The Internet. - You don't need to search all over the Internet to find information. That's why we've created NetLinks. Find information on the Internet quickly and easily by using NetLinks. You can search by keyword, browse by categories, or even see what searches have been done by other patrons.

Are You Traveling To Another Country? Learn About It Before You Do! - Learn about the world with CountryWatch! Finding information or news about a country has never been easier. CountryWatch is your one-stop-shop to find political, economic, and geographic information for 192 countries.

Do You Know Family Members Or Friends Who Need An OCLS Card? - If so, then have them check out this Web page. They can even register for a card online and use our public computers and computer classes for free if they reside or own property within Orange County!

Not Sure How To Prepare For A Hurricane? Check Out Our Hurricane Preparedness Virtual Gallery! - Our Hurricane Preparedness Virtual Gallery is an excellent resource. This gallery contains information on evacuation routes, emergency supply kit preparation, and links to emergency management Web sites, among other topics.

Celebrate Summer With Our Virtual Gallery! - How healthy are you eating this summer? Check out the Celebrate Summer Virtual Gallery and get information about staying healthy this summer.

Teach Kids The Joy Of Reading In A Format They'll Love. - TumbleBooks are created by taking existing picture books and animating them with sound, music, and narration.

Now You Too Can Watch TV And Movies On The Internet! - Introducing MyLibraryDV, which allows you to download and view thousands of shows at your convenience from home.

Looking For A Photo Editing Software Substitute? - We now offer GIMP. A free online software which you may use to edit your photos.

Can't Catch Photoshop During The Day? Why Not Take It At Night? - Time to enchance your artistic skills with four levels of Photoshop. Sign up soon, space is very limited!

Have You Wanted to Learn Excel But Were Afraid To Try It On Your Own? - Then come spend a day in your Library and we will cover the basics of a spreadsheet and its terminology. You will even get to create a spreadsheet of your very own!

QuickBooks Pro 2006 Now Available! - Learn the features of QuickBooks Pro and how it can be used to organize your business or personal finances.

Apple Classes Are Here! - Take that fancy Mac for a spin. We are now teaching popular Mac programs. Take a look!

Catch A Good Story From Our Storytelling Staff - Wonderful stories to put the kids to bed or some wholesome family time.

Pay Fines Online - Why come in to pay fines, when you may online.

Are You Ready For Hurricane Season? - Prepare yourself and family with hurricane tracking maps, checklists, and shelters.

Teach Yourself Microsoft Word Using An Online Tutorial - View a list of our Online Computer Tutorials and learn how to use a variety of software right from home.

Hollywood Favorites Come To MyLibrary DV - The long awaited phase two of the MyLibraryDV product is now available. Patrons who visit MyLibraryDV will now have access to Hollywood Favorites. This new service provides access to classic Hollywood favorites, contemporary releases, and world cinema.

Downloadable Books - Our Downloadable Audiobooks are just the thing! No waiting for new fiction, non-fiction, classic titles or even language learning! You can access hundreds of Downloadable Audiobooks through our collection and you can even download it to a MP3 Player!

Learn Excel for Success in the Workplace. - Learn what a spreadsheet is, the terminology and functions that go along with it, and even build one yourself.

Newspaper Article Interests? - Start receiving articles of interest in your email from the Orlando Sentinel, the New York Times, the Washington Post, and others.

Looking For Free Wi-Fi? - Send us your library card information and MAC address to get set up for wireless access in our branches.

Gaming At OCLS - Play Citricon: Library Defender and read about gaming resources at the library and online.

Grade Us! - Let us know how we are doing? Please take our survey.

Stocks Have You Down? Time To Research A Better Investment. - Access online, Value Line's leading publications covering stocks, mutual funds, options and convertible securities.

Translate Now! - Traducelo Ahora (Translate Now), offers the ability to translate emails and websites from English to Spanish and Spanish to English.

Homeworker Help Is Here and Ready To Assist You! - Live Homework Help provides online, interactive help from qualified tutors for grades 4 through 12. The 20-minute sessions are in English or Spanish.

Hey Teens! Looking For A Place To Work On Assignments? - Make a stop at Club Central located at the Main library on the 1st floor.

Questions? Live Chat Session With A Library Staff Member! - You can now communicate in real-time to a library staff member who can assist you with questions or help you locate resources. This site also allows you to email a staff member 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!

OCLS Alerts and Reminders - Do you want to know when your library materials are coming due? How would you like to receive a reminder for that computer class you signed up for? Well now you can by using the OCLS Alerts option in your patron account.

Spruce Up Your Computer Presentations - Take all four levels of our PowerPoint classes to improve your presentations and wow your audience.