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Concerned about privacy? In this introductory lecture, we’ll review how ads target us online, how to limit tracking, where to find browser settings and extensions to better control how our information is shared. We’ll also discuss some of the key features of password managers and why they’re a safe and secure option.

Curious about using ChatGPT or Gemini? Join our lecture to learn tips for using generative AI chat programs effectively. Discover how to write specific prompts for helpful responses, whether for work, personal projects, or fun. We'll also cover best practices for privacy and security, so that you can use this tech confidently.

Did you know most interviews and many networking conversations happen online? In this lecture, you’ll find out about some commonly used, no or low-cost video chat apps, learn about their features, and explore video chat tips so you can present your best self when on a video chat.

Curious about AI? Want to know more about Chat GPT? This lecture will introduce some of the basic ideas around artificial intelligence. We’ll talk about how AI is being used today, what its current limitations are, and how it will shape the future!

Use Cloud Storage tools to keep you organized personally and professionally, so that you can always find what you need. In this lecture, you’ll learn the basics of cloud storage — a technology that lets you store documents, images, and other media files remotely while giving you greater accessibility, reliability, and protection for your important data.

Did you know that your smartphone is also a powerful health tool? This lecture introduces common health apps, like the iPhone's built-in app and the Google Fit app. You'll learn about using the app's step counter, as well as integrating information from other popular health and fitness apps. You'll also learn the benefits of saving your medical ID.

During this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to search for and download apps to your smartphone. Whether you have an iPhone or an Android phone, we'll explore both app stores and cover some helpful considerations for choosing apps.

This lecture provides an overview of telemedicine options and focuses on exploring virtual medical appointments with your doctor in real-time. You’ll see a virtual-visit walk-through and learn what to expect from an appointment. This lecture offers advice about how best to prepare for a virtual visit, from questions to ask your doctor to your concerns regarding connectivity, privacy, and insurance.

Did you know that it’s better to apply for a job through the employer’s website rather than on a general job search site? In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to use job search engines like Indeed to research and evaluate employment opportunities rather than for the applications themselves.

Millions of people around the world use LinkedIn for professional networking, and the platform can be a useful tool when you’re searching for a job. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll get an introduction to LinkedIn and walk through the steps of signing up!

Learn how to get your own internet so you can look for a job and take classes at home. Having home internet can help you save money, look for a job, connect with others, make everyday tasks easier, and much more! This lecture goes over basic information you need to know when signing up for home internet service. You’ll also learn about the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a permanent, government program that helps qualifying low-income households pay for internet service and connected devices. In some cases, depending on your internet plan, the ACP discount may help you get home internet for free!

Learn more about using Gmail features! Go beyond sending and receiving with this hands-on workshop about Gmail features! This workshop will cover important features like spellcheck, formatting emails, searching your inbox, adding a signature, and attaching files. Prerequisite: You must have a Gmail address and should be comfortable sending and receiving emails.

Learn about some of Google’s most popular productivity tools that are for personal use, as well as work-related ones. This lecture will introduce Docs, Sheets, Slides, Photos, and Drive. We’ll explore some practical and creative uses and demonstrate how to make the most out of Google’s many free templates.

Networking happens over Zoom. In this introductory lecture, we’ll go over what you need to start your first meeting, as well as some hosting tips to make it a success. After this overview lecture, you’ll be ready for our hands-on workshops “Getting Started with Zoom” and “Hosting a Zoom Meeting,” which include step-by-step instructions.

Networking happens over Zoom. In this introductory lecture, we’ll go over what you need to start your first meeting, as well as some hosting tips to make it a success. After this overview lecture, you’ll be ready for our hands-on workshops “Getting Started with Zoom” and “Hosting a Zoom Meeting,” which include step-by-step instructions.

Curious about AI? Want to know more about Chat GPT? This lecture will introduce some of the basic ideas around artificial intelligence. We’ll talk about how AI is being used today, what its current limitations are, and how it will shape the future!

Curious about using ChatGPT or Gemini? Join our lecture to learn tips for using generative AI chat programs effectively. Discover how to write specific prompts for helpful responses, whether for work, personal projects, or fun. We'll also cover best practices for privacy and security, so that you can use this tech confidently.

Commuting for interviews or a new job? Use Google Maps to plan your route. Visit sites around the world from the comfort of your home, get a bird’s-eye-view of your childhood neighborhood, or simply get directions to your friend’s house! Google Maps is a mapping application that offers satellite imagery, street maps, and street-view perspectives. It also has a route planner for your preferred transportation method, be it foot, car, bicycle or public transportation. During this lecture, you’ll get an introduction to the platform and a demonstration of how to use it.

Learn about some of Google’s most popular productivity tools that are for personal use, as well as work-related ones. This lecture will introduce Docs, Sheets, Slides, Photos, and Drive. We’ll explore some practical and creative uses and demonstrate how to make the most out of Google’s many free templates.

Concerned about privacy? In this introductory lecture, we’ll review how ads target us online, how to limit tracking, where to find browser settings and extensions to better control how our information is shared. We’ll also discuss some of the key features of password managers and why they’re a safe and secure option.

Learn how to stay safe online while applying to jobs online, doing research, and more. This presentation will cover the ins and outs of how to protect your personal information online. We’ll cover tips for staying safe in cyberspace, like safe browsing, how to recognize online scams, and when it’s OK — or not — to share your personal information online.

Did you know that your smartphone is also a powerful health tool? This lecture introduces common health apps, like the iPhone's built-in app and the Google Fit app. You'll learn about using the app's step counter, as well as integrating information from other popular health and fitness apps. You'll also learn the benefits of saving your medical ID.

Did you know that your smartphone is also a powerful health tool? This lecture introduces common health apps, like the iPhone's built-in app and the Google Fit app. You'll learn about using the app's step counter, as well as integrating information from other popular health and fitness apps. You'll also learn the benefits of saving your medical ID.

This interactive workshop will review the ways you can identify misinformation online. You’ll get hands-on practice using fact-checking sites to evaluate and debunk false news.

During this hands-on workshop, we'll explore some of the common features of smartphones. You'll learn ways to interact with the touch screen, how to access important controls, and how to search for specific settings. We'll also cover some tips and best practices for securing and maintaining your device.

During this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to search for and download apps to your smartphone. Whether you have an iPhone or an Android phone, we'll explore both app stores and cover some helpful considerations for choosing apps.

During this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to search for and download apps to your smartphone. Whether you have an iPhone or an Android phone, we'll explore both app stores and cover some helpful considerations for choosing apps.

Learn how to get your own internet so you can look for a job and take classes at home. Having home internet can help you save money, look for a job, connect with others, make everyday tasks easier, and much more! This lecture goes over basic information you need to know when signing up for home internet service. You’ll also learn about the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a permanent, government program that helps qualifying low-income households pay for internet service and connected devices. In some cases, depending on your internet plan, the ACP discount may help you get home internet for free!

Sign up for Zoom to set up networking conversations and more. Come to this hands-on workshop and sign up for a free, basic Zoom account. Additionally, you’ll learn how to schedule a meeting and share the details with the people you want to invite. This workshop will walk through the steps of using Zoom in a web browser. Please note that you need an email address to create a Zoom account. Please come ready with your email username and password so that you can access your email during the workshop.

Use Cloud Storage tools to keep you organized personally and professionally, so that you can always find what you need. In this lecture, you’ll learn the basics of cloud storage — a technology that lets you store documents, images, and other media files remotely while giving you greater accessibility, reliability, and protection for your important data.

Curious about using ChatGPT or Gemini? Join our lecture to learn tips for using generative AI chat programs effectively. Discover how to write specific prompts for helpful responses, whether for work, personal projects, or fun. We'll also cover best practices for privacy and security, so that you can use this tech confidently.

Did you know that it’s better to apply for a job through the employer’s website rather than on a general job search site? In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to use job search engines like Indeed to research and evaluate employment opportunities rather than for the applications themselves.

Curious about AI? Want to know more about Chat GPT? This lecture will introduce some of the basic ideas around artificial intelligence. We’ll talk about how AI is being used today, what its current limitations are, and how it will shape the future!

Curious about using ChatGPT or Gemini? Join our lecture to learn tips for using generative AI chat programs effectively. Discover how to write specific prompts for helpful responses, whether for work, personal projects, or fun. We'll also cover best practices for privacy and security, so that you can use this tech confidently.

Curious about Zoom meeting features? In this hands-on workshop, we’ll cover the most commonly used Zoom meeting controls. We’ll review how to mute and unmute participants, request that participants turn on their video, rename participants, transfer files, and share screens. Whether you’ve hosted Zoom meetings, or you’re brand new to it, come practice and build your confidence and skills! Participants should already have a Zoom account for this workshop. Prerequisite: Please bring your Zoom username and password to sign in to the account.

Learn how to check your Wi-Fi connection and use a hotspot. Not always sure if your internet-enabled devices are connected to the internet? In this hands-on workshop, we’ll go over how to check the Wi-Fi connection on your PC, iPhone, or Android smartphone. We’ll also cover how to use the hotspot from your smartphone and best practices for password protection and connecting to public Wi-Fi.

Learn how to protect your personal information online while applying to jobs online, doing research, and more. This hands-on workshop reviews important tips for keeping your personal information safe while enjoying the benefits of the internet. Learn how to recognize suspicious emails, tips for safe browsing and best practices for shopping online.

Take advantage of the power of the internet to find information, search topics, and more! This hands-on workshop will review helpful tips for using effective search terms, evaluating your search results, and searching within a reliable site for accurate information.

This interactive workshop will review the ways you can identify misinformation online. You’ll get hands-on practice using fact-checking sites to evaluate and debunk false news.

During this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to search for and download apps to your smartphone. Whether you have an iPhone or an Android phone, we'll explore both app stores and cover some helpful considerations for choosing apps.

During this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to search for and download apps to your smartphone. Whether you have an iPhone or an Android phone, we'll explore both app stores and cover some helpful considerations for choosing apps.

Did you know that it’s better to apply for a job through the employer’s website rather than on a general job search site? In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to use job search engines like Indeed to research and evaluate employment opportunities rather than for the applications themselves.

Millions of people around the world use LinkedIn for professional networking, and the platform can be a useful tool when you’re searching for a job. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll get an introduction to LinkedIn and walk through the steps of signing up!

Discover how to network! You’ve built your LinkedIn profile now, what next? In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore ways to optimize your LinkedIn profile for networking. We’ll also cover how to make connections safely and join InGroups. Prerequisite: You must already be signed up for LinkedIn and have a complete profile in order to take this workshop.

Sign up for Zoom to set up networking conversations and more. Come to this hands-on workshop and sign up for a free, basic Zoom account. Additionally, you’ll learn how to schedule a meeting and share the details with the people you want to invite. This workshop will walk through the steps of using Zoom in a web browser. Please note that you need an email address to create a Zoom account. Please come ready with your email username and password so that you can access your email during the workshop.