Technology Classes & Programs

Library technology classes are free and are a great way to refresh your skills or pick up new ones. Classes are offered on a regular basis and cover a variety of topics from computer basics to Microsoft Office software. Hands-on classes are limited to Indian Prairie Library cardholders. Need to learn something now we have online learning resources and handouts from our previous classes.

Upcoming In-Person Classes & Programs

An Indian Prairie Library Card is needed to register.  View & register for classes.

Online Learning

Linkedin Learning offers thousands of video tutorials taught by industry experts. Topics cover Microsoft Office, web design, and more.

Niche Academy offers a variety of online training including library databases, downloadable and streaming content, and technology.

DigitalLearn offers a variety of online computer basic courses from the Chicago Public Library including Using a Mobile Device (Android).

GFC LearnFree offers free self-paced tutorials to help with technology.

Handouts & Resources

Computer & Tablet Basics

• Computer Basics: Getting Started - Keyboard, Mouse, Shortcut Keys
• Computer Basics: Files & Folders - Handout, Working with the File Explorer in Windows 10 from Georgetown University.
• Email Basics - Email Terms, Attachments
• Internet Basics - Presentation, Internet Terms, and Books on the Internet
• iPad/iPhone Basics- App Guide,  iPad Quick Reference Guide, and books on iPhone & iPad
• Samsung Galaxy/Android Basics - Quick Reference Guide, App Guide, and books on Samsung and Android 

Microsoft Office

• Excel Formulas & Functions - Handout, and books on Excel
• Excel Sort & Filter - Handout, and books on Excel
• Books on PowerPoint
• Books on Word 

Technology Resources

• Selling Your Stuff Online 2022 - Presentation
• Cutting the Cable Cord 2022 - Presentation
• Online Video Software - From free to low-cost options for having online video meetings.  The library is using Zoom for online programming.