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Computing
This is a 6 week course for those who are unfamiliar with computers or even scared of them. If you didn't know mice had buttons, this class is for you. If "Installing RAM" sounds like something a veterinarian would do, this class is for you. If "Operating System" sounds medical to you, this class is for you. If you're reading this web page and got here all by yourself, this class is probably not for you, but the page is here so you can sign up your friends and family. If you are interested in using this course material in your church, you may order the curriculum.
Goals of this class
- To relieve fear of computers as they become more a part of 21st Century living
- To give basic knowledge of common uses of computers and familiarity in these uses
- To assist students in using the computer as a tool to accomplish personal goals more efficiently
- To allow the student to set new goals that would not be possible without a computer
- To familiarize the student with the meaning of common computer terms, such as those used by the media, tech support personnel, and 10-year-olds
A note about illustrations used
This class is being taught by a Christian congregation, and as such, in explaining various computer terms and processes, Biblical examples will often be used. Familiarity with the Bible will not be necessary, nor is belief in or commitment to the teachings of the Bible. This class is offered to all, regardless of your background or beliefs, and while we make no excuses nor apologies for our beliefs, we will not force them on anyone.
A note about computer platform
This class will be taught using Apple Macintosh® computers. As only roughly 5% of computers in use are Macintosh, you may be curious why we are using this platform for this class
- Macintosh computers are much easier to maintain than Windows®-based PCs. They are easier to troubleshoot, and suffer less "down time". Since we have 15 computers for this class and no professional support employees, Macintosh computers were chosen for the savings in cost and time.
- Macintosh computers have less than 1% of the number of viruses that Wintel machines suffer, again saving considerable costs in time and money.
- Each new version of Microsoft Windows is more and more "Mac-like," so most of the concepts we'll be covering will work identically on a Windows-based PC. Those that are different will be noted, and the Windows equivalent, if it exists, will be explained and, if possible, demonstrated.
- Since the Macintosh platform was developed to be "user-friendly" from the outset, it is easier to learn from the outset than Windows and is thus more convenient for a class such as this.
- Most common applications such as Microsoft Office, web browsers, and e-mail clients are available for both platforms with very minor differences, those differences usually being additional features in the Macintosh versions.
Sign up
The next class begins May 3. Sign up below or call (563) 922-2364. Registration is $20, which covers the cost of materials. Class sizes are limited. Signing up via the form below or a phone call will reserve your place for 1 week, confirmed on receipt of the registration fee. The registration fee can be delivered or mailed to:
St. Paul's Lutheran Church 200 S. 4th St. Delaware, IA 52057Churches
You may order a reproducible pdf and Word file set of the curriculum for use in your congregation. It is free to LCMS churches, which may fill out the form below. Non-LCMS churches, you may order it here. Churches may make as many copies as they need for their use, but each church must order a separate copy.
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