Digital Literacy
Digital literacy workshops
The first Tuesday through Thursday of every month, we offer a 3-day digital literacy series for beginner computer users from 1-2:30pm. Students and community members are welcome to attend at no cost. Workshops rotate between our Opportunity Centers and online via Zoom.
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Skills for Student Success: September 6-8, 2022
All classes 1-2:30pm
Location: Metro Opportunity Center
Tech Savvy Tips and Tricks: Tuesday, September 6
- Learn tech skills such as taking screenshots, finding your downloads, how to print, working with zip files and more.
- Learn about computer safety & security.
- Learn keyboard and mouse shortcuts.
Google Calendar & Time Management, Wednesday, September 7
- Learn how to set up your Google calendar.
- Time management tips using google Task board and google calendar.
- Create a google calendar invite and include a Zoom link.
- How to set out of office calendar and repeated calendar invites.
LinkedIn Basics, Thursday, September 8
- Learn how to set up a LinkedIn account.
- Learn how to create a professional profile.
- Learn the basics of how to network on LinkedIn: sending connections.
- 5 Actionable Tips for a Professional LinkedIn Photo.
- What to avoid doing in regards to your LinkedIn Profile Photo.
Getting Started with Tech Tools: October 4-6, 2022
All classes 1-2:30pm
Location: Online
Using the Internet: Tuesday, October 4
- Learn how to get connected to the Internet.
- Learn basic search strategies.
- Learn how to bookmark pages.
- Get tips for using passwords.
- Learn how URLs work.
Zoom Etiquette and Tips: Wednesday, October 5
- Learn Zoom etiquette for classes and business meetings.
- Learn how to send a private chat message in Zoom.
- Learn how to share your screen.
- Learn how to raise your hand or use emojis.
- Learn how to change your name or include your pronouns.
Internet Safety: Thursday, October 6
- Learn how to be aware of phishing scams.
- Learn how to set strong passwords.
- Learn how to stay safe when using public computers.
- Learn how to be smart about where you share your information.
- Learn how to get off of email spam.
Microsoft Basics – November 1-3, 2022
All classes 1-2:30pm
Location: Metro Opportunity Center
Microsoft Word – Tuesday, November 1
- Learn how to modify page layouts and discover new templates.
- Learn about editing tools and how to format text.
- Practice creating and saving a document.
Microsoft PowerPoint– Wednesday, November 2
- Get started with the basics of creating a slideshow and working with themes.
- Learn how to format text and modify slides.
- Practice adding visual effects and how to animate objects.
Microsoft Excel – Thursday, November 3
- Learn about cells, columns, and rows.
- Practice modifying and sorting data.
- Learn how to use simple formulas.
Flyers
Resource library
Tools for building skills.
Learning at PCC
- Computer classes: Learning just for fun? Improving your skills for the workplace? Looking to work towards a degree? We’ve got a class for you!
Free community resources
- GFC Global: Huge library of tutorials for computer basics, Microsoft Office, and more.
- Multnomah County Library: Classes, drop-in tech support, and access to LinkedIn Learning (Multnomah County).
- Washington County Library: Helpful links to tech learning, and access to LinkedIn Learning (Washington County).
- Free Geek: Learning for all levels, tech support, and low-cost refurbished computers.
- EveryoneOn.org: Find low-cost Internet and affordable computers in your area.
Self-led computer basics
- Digital Learn: Beginner computer basics tutorials.
- GFC Computer Basics: Beginner computer basics tutorials.
- Typing Club: Online typing test and practice portal.
Self-led intermediate and advanced learning
- Google Workspace: Collection of short how-to videos for Google Workspace.
- Code Academy: Start learning to code for free.
- Khan Academy: Computer programming courses, and much more.
- Coursera: Courses on a huge range of topics (note: not all classes are free).
- Microsoft Learn: Online classes to train for Microsoft certificates (note: while classes may be free, testing for certificates may have a cost).
Quick how-to videos
This program is made possible thanks to the Bank of America Neighborhood Builders Award.