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Clases de Computación en español

Curso Básicos de Computación- Basic Level Computer Course
2023-12-02 13:00:00 2023-12-02 15:00:00 America/Chicago Clases de Computación en español Esta serie es para principiantes, para aprender destrezas básicas. No hay costo ni hay que tener tarjeta de la biblioteca. Al registrarte para la primera clase quedarás inscrito en todas las sesiones. Main Library - Computer Training Room

Saturday, December 02
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-12-02 13:00:00 2023-12-02 15:00:00 America/Chicago Clases de Computación en español Esta serie es para principiantes, para aprender destrezas básicas. No hay costo ni hay que tener tarjeta de la biblioteca. Al registrarte para la primera clase quedarás inscrito en todas las sesiones. Main Library - Computer Training Room

Main Library

Computer Training Room

Esta serie es para principiantes, para aprender destrezas básicas. No hay costo ni hay que tener tarjeta de la biblioteca. Al registrarte para la primera clase quedarás inscrito en todas las sesiones.

En español.

Básicos de computación en la Biblioteca:

-4 de noviembre- Ratón y Teclado

Aprenderás las funciones del teclado y el ratón. Realizarás ejercicios de práctica guiados con el teclado y el ratón. 

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Handout El Ratón y el Teclado1

Handout El Ratón y el teclado 2

Handout El Ratón y el Teclado 3

Glosario El Ratón y el Teclado

- 11 de noviembre- Introducción a la computación

Oriéntate sobre computadoras, tabletas, teléfonos, la nube y tendencias en tecnología.

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Handout Introducción al Mundo de la Computación

Glosario Introducción a la Computación

-18 de noviembre- Windows 10

Aprenderás sobre el conjunto de programas que ayudan a administrar los recursos en una computadora, cómo guardar y organizar tu información.

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Handout Windows 10

Glosario Windows 10 

-2 de diciembre- Correo Electrónico

Aprenderás a crear un correo electrónico, cómo utilizarlo, enviar y ver tus correos recibidos y como diferenciar un correo sospechoso. Aprenderás a sincronizar tu celular con tu correo electrónico.

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Handout Correo Electrónico

Glosario Correo Electrónico

-16 de diciembre- Cómo mantener tu computadora segura

Aprenderás sobre los programas antivirus, buenas prácticas al navegar, abrir correos y compartir datos.

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Evaluación de la Clase de Tecnología 

This series is for beginners, to learn basic skills. There is no cost nor do you have to have a library card. By registering for the first class you will be registered in all sessions.

Basics of computing in the Library:

-November 4 - Mouse and Keyboard

You will learn the functions of the keyboard and mouse. You will perform guided practice exercises with the keyboard and mouse.

-November 11- Introduction to computing

Educate yourself on computers, tablets, phones, the cloud, and technology trends.

-November 18 - Windows 10

You will learn about the set of programs that help manage resources on a computer, how to save and organize your information.

- December 2- Email

You will learn how to create an email, how to use it, send and view your received emails and how to differentiate a suspicious email. You will learn how to synchronize your cell phone with your email

 - December 16- How to Keep your Computer Secure

You will learn about antivirus programs, good browsing practices, opening emails, and sharing data.

In Spanish.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | En Espanol | Computer & Technology |

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Wed, Dec 03, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
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Toddler Time - For children 1-2 years old
Wed, Dec 03, 9:15am - 9:35am
Main Library - Story Room - North
This engaging storytime will include short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and music movement activities with a parent or caregiver.
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Wed, Dec 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime.
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Toddler Time - For children 1-2 years old
Wed, Dec 03, 10:00am - 10:20am
Main Library - Story Room - North
This engaging storytime will include short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and music movement activities with a parent or caregiver.
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Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Wed, Dec 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities.
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Wed, Dec 03, 11:30am - 1:00pm
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Bookmobile Stop: Mulberry Grove - Newbridge Cir & Hatfield Ln, Elgin
Wed, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
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Wed, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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TechKnow Mobile Stop: Well Child Center
Wed, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Small Business Workshop: Business Budgeting - Taller para Empresas Pequeñas: Presupuesto Empresarial
Wed, Dec 03, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
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Bookmobile Stop: Blue Heron - Blue Heron Park, Bartlett
Wed, Dec 03, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
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Wed, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
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Wed, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
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Main Library
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Baby Rhyme Time - For ages 0-11 months
Thu, Dec 04, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room - South
Calling all babies! Join us for singing, clapping, and simple stories at this program. Best for little ones 0-11 months with a parent or caregiver.
Device Advice
Thu, Dec 04, 9:30am - 11:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Computer Cafe
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Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-6
Thu, Dec 04, 9:45am - 10:15am
Main Library - Story Room - North
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Story Mix for Birth-6
Thu, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 years with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in!
Computers 101 Series
Thu, Dec 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
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Thu, Dec 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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Thu, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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Thu, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Lobby
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Registration is now closed
Digital Holiday Cards - Digital Media Lab (Grades 6-12)
Thu, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Thu, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Grupo de Conversación para la Ciudadanía en inglés - En la biblioteca
Thu, Dec 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
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MS Word Series
Thu, Dec 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
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Writers on the Fox
Thu, Dec 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
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