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Holyoke Community College



For Seniors

in Computers & Technology

AI (Ai) for Older Adults – So Easy and Practical! TECH 115.53, CRN 17144

$20
Calendar Mar 18, 2026 at 2 pm

Are you curious about AI? Then this class is for you! (Older adults will find this class very rewarding!) We will explore the practical benefits of using a basic form of AI called ChatGPT. Find quick written solutions to problems based on your exact needs. Generate personalized text in seconds for invitations, letters, and any other materials you are looking to create. AI will quickly generate any text for you based on your interest. Take your search, research, inquiries, and answers to questions to a whole new level! Also, never worry about grammar and spelling errors again! You will be amazed at how user friendly this session will be. Take this class; you won’t be disappointed! Class is delivered via Zoom and a link will be shared the day before the class.

Exploring Apps On Your Smart Phone TECH 131.51, CRN 17158

$20
Calendar Mar 20, 2026 at 12 pm

The word “apps” is short for applications. You have many standard apps on your phone for practical uses. Let’s use many of these apps in this user friendly class. We will discuss and demonstrate your maps, calendar, photo gallery, some settings, widgets, search, getting apps, and do more as time permits. Class is delivered via Zoom and a link will be shared the day before the class.

Computer Scam, And What Not To Click On! TECH 127.53, CRN 17155

$20
Calendar Mar 24, 2026 at 3 pm

Don’t let your computer control you! Find out what you should and should NOT click on. Instructor will discuss scams to know about; frustrating and suspicious popups; advertisements; your haywire computer, e mail ads, and links. (Not for Apple/Mac users, or tablets.) Class is delivered via Zoom and a link will be shared the day before the class.

Excel For The Absolute Beginner TECH 123.53, CRN 17175

$20
Calendar Mar 26, 2026 at 4 pm

Instructor will demonstrate how to navigate and interface with Excel’s basic features. See how to create a simple contact list. You will view how to use calculations such as AutoSum and see how to generate simple formulas. Also, learn to use the fill handle, sort existing data, merge and center, move cells and ranges, and wrap text. Class is delivered via Zoom and a link will be shared the day before the class.

Microsoft Word: The Very Basics TECH 119.51, CRN 17148

$20
Calendar Mar 30, 2026 at 2 pm

Your instructor will break down the unknown Microsoft Word stuff. and present them to you in a clear, sensible, and enjoyable way! We will briefly look at the free and paid version of word processors. Then the instructor will open and show basic functions in Microsoft Word. We will go on to explore saving, alignments, bullets, numbering, and indents. (Not for Apple/Mac users.) Class is delivered via Zoom and a link will be shared the day before the class.

Getting More Out Of Microsoft Word TECH 120.51, CRN 17149

$20
Calendar Mar 31, 2026 at 2 pm

Let’s make your tasks in Microsoft Word a lot easier! You will save time and frustration and see how to properly use tabs. We will go on to explore dictation, easy paragraph functions, the sort feature, and using macros to eliminate laborious repetition. See the beauty of working with soft and hard returns and how to easily create and use tables. Get tips and tricks, as well as use shortcuts to save time. Let’s look at creating headers/footers and using the Format Painter to easily format existing text. (Not for Apple/Mac users.) Class is delivered via Zoom and a link will be shared the day before the class.

Windows 11 - Starting from the Beginning TECH 116.52, CRN 17147

$20
Calendar Apr 1, 2026 at 2:30 pm

This is an adult-friendly Windows 11 class! See how to use the desktop and the new taskbar. We’ll also explore the start menu and related features. In addition, you will learn about the new design, the use of widgets, and how Windows 11 is organized. (Not for Apple/Mac users.) Meet us on Zoom for this informative class! 4-5 star ratings from 1000s of older adults!

Windows 11 - Starting from the Beginning TECH 118.52, CRN 17173

$20
Calendar Apr 1, 2026 at 2:30 pm

See how to use the desktop and the new taskbar. We’ll also explore the start menu and related features. In addition, you will learn about the new design, the use of widgets, and how Windows 11 is organized. (Not for Apple/Mac users.) Meet us on Zoom for this informative class! 4-5 star ratings from 1000s of older adults! Class is delivered via Zoom and a link will be shared the day before the class.





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