“We are doing this program for all students from 9 years old to those who are already in college if they need it,” said Jennifer D. Rospel, administrative officer of Joeten-Kiyu Public Library.
“We also conduct advanced computer classes on Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Word 2007, but there is a $20 registration fee. That’s a one-week class,” Rospel added.
The free classes are held in two sessions — from 9 to 10 a.m. and from 11 to 12 noon.
Each class can only use a limited number of computers, and can only accommodate up to eight students.
The free classes are funded by grants from the Institute of Museum Library Services.
“This is a part of our outreach programs for the kids,” Rospel said. “This is solely for students who want to know more about computers and the Internet.”
The public library also provides special lessons to some students.
“We can extend assistance to some kids who need more help. Our goal is to help all the students improve basic computer knowledge — how to turn a computer on, operate programs and surf the Internet,” Rospel said.
Students, she added, should realize that “the Internet should be used wisely, especially when researching for information.”
The library, she noted, has a limited number of books “while there are thousands of students who need to do research.”
“Its not like one student only needs one book for one specific subject of research,” she said. “They need various sources to extend their research and gain knowledge and that’s why the Internet is important.”
The free computer classes start on July 1 and end on Aug. 30.
For more information, call 235-7322 or 235-7312, or e-mail [email protected].
