Many people find themselves lacking the computer skills that every day become more necessary for work, recreation, or general information needs. Check out these resources to learn vital skills at your own pace and at your convenience.
The Digital Literacy website, www.digitalliteracy.gov offers assistance to learners of all levels from beginner to advanced.
At this web portal the U.S. Department of Commerce (NTIA) has assembled a vast array of linked materials that will allow you to learn or enhance skills through online tutorials, many in video format.
The "Learn the Basics" section can connect you to a variety of free websites that will teach you:
-- Basic computer and mobile device skills (using a mouse, keyboard, the desktop)
-- Software and applications (word processing, spreadsheets, etc.)
-- Internet skills (email, website registration, etc.)
-- Internet communications (share photos and video, use social networks like Facebook, Twitter, and Skype)
-- Online Protection for Children
The "Learn Job Skills" area leads you to websites to help you find job openings, explore career options, create a resume, and connect to business and employer resources.
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And don't forget about the online resources available to all West Hempstead Public Library patrons through our WHPLIBRARY website. (You will need to enter your library barcode.)
Click on this link to go directly to our career resources or bookmark our eResources page www.whplibrary.org/research and click on "Careers/TestPreparation" in the Database Subject Listing on the right to find job and career resources that include:
Learning Express: On the left side of the screen among the Learning Centers, find
-- Popular Software Tutorials ( Microsoft WORD, EXCEL, Powerpoint, etc.)
-- Job Search and Workplace Skills (job search, resumes, interviewing)
-- Skill Building for Adults (math, personal finance, public speaking, etc.)
-- College Preparation (ACT, AP, CLEP, PSAT, SAT etc.)
Also Tutor.com has self-help subject resources in the Adult Education and Career Center, where you can search for a job, learn to write an effective resume, and prepare for an interview with a career tutor. Or get help to pass the Citizenship test or study for the GED with assistance from an academic tutor.
Take advantage of these FREE resources!