Bridging the Digital Divide

Ritter Public Library and Serving Our Seniors Present: Bridging the Digital Divide

This special course in collaboration with Serving Our Seniors is designed to teach older adults the skills necessary to survive and thrive in an increasingly digital world. Bring your own smartphone or tablet for instruction and one-on-one help from knowledgeable instructors. No prior knowledge is assumed, and absolute beginners are welcomed and encouraged to attend. Come to all 5 sessions, or just the courses that interest you. To register, click the links below or call 440-967-3798.

Course Topics:

Session One - Get to Know Your Smartphone Part 1
Wednesday, June 8th at 10 AM & 2 PM

Session one will cover the basics of operating your smart phone or other mobile device including touch gestures, placing and answering phone calls, accessing voicemail, and sending and reading text messages.

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10 AM Session

2 PM Session

Session Two - Get to Know Your Smartphone Part 2
Wednesday, June 22nd at 10 AM & 2 PM

This second session of Get to Know Your Smartphone will review and build on the skills learned in session one. We will cover using your phone's web browser, navigating the settings menu, and customizing your phone's accessibility options. 

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10 AM Session

2 PM Session

Session Three - Online Security for Seniors
Wednesday, July 6th at 10 AM & 2 PM

At this session, we will discuss how to protect your identity, tips to avoid scams, and strategies for keeping your information secure.

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10 AM Session

2 PM Session

Session Four - Email Basics
Wednesday, July 20th at 10 AM & 2 PM

This session will cover why it is necessary to have an email, how to create an email, and how to use your email. 

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10 AM Session

2 PM Session

Session Five - Managing Your Life Online
Wednesday, August 3rd at 10 AM & 2 PM

In this final session, we will explore ways you can use your device and apps to manage your life and your household. 

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10 AM Session

2 PM Session