Technology

Image uploaded by Ellsworth Adult Education

Computer Cafe (Day)

with Vanessa Richards

$65 More Info

This class is a computer lab designed to offer a space for people to access computer support from an experienced teacher, compassionate volunteers and fellow participants. You will be given instruction, as well as support, in accessing information for learning new skills on your own. This is an open enrollment lab and you purchase a punch card for 6 sessions. Punch cards can be renewed. Students enrolled in our academic programs receive a fee waiver for this lab. BYOC (bring your own coffee)! When you register for this class, you’ll receive a follow-up contact from our advisor to access your skills, goals, and interests. This is an in-person lab; ongoing enrollment.

No class 2/21/22 or 4/18/22.

Registration closed

College Readiness Individual Information Session

with Emily Nash

Free More Info

Many people thinking about a change in their lives don’t know where to begin. Veteran advisors can share available resources, identify opportunities and assist you in taking the next steps toward achieving your goals.

Services include academics, assessments, application assistance, and training and technology support. Individualized sessions will provide you with the support you need to navigate your new life ahead in a sensitive, confidential and informal atmosphere.

Assess and develop your reading, writing and math skills
Identify resources for financial aid
Explore study and time management tips that will ensure you succeed in college
Complete college and training program applications

This program is offered in-person, by appointment; ongoing enrollment.

If you're interested in learning more about this offering, register here and we will call you to schedule a phone or in-person meeting with one of our advisors.

Downeast Coastal Maine Lighthouse Photography Workshop and Cruise

with Steve McGrath

Jun

June 3rd to 17th, 2022

$95 More Info

This workshop starts with an instructional live online session using ZOOM, followed by a field session on a Bar Harbor Whale Watch Company 3-hour Puffin & Lighthouse Tour, followed by a final live online review and critique session on ZOOM.

In the first live online class, we'll start by learning camera settings, aperture, shutter, ISO, white balance and other compositional techniques critical to lighthouse photography. The following Saturday, we’ll meet in Bar Harbor at Bar Harbor Whale Watch at 8:30a for a 9:30a departure. During the tour, we’ll focus on photographing the puffins and lighthouses, sharing techniques and approaches. Finally, we’ll meet online the following Friday to share, learn and critique our images. The registration fee for this workshop includes the cost of the cruise. Limited to 15 students. This workshop is for beginner and intermediate photographers.

Schedule:

Friday 06/03/22, 7:00p-8:30p-Live online class using ZOOM

Saturday 06/11/22, 8:30a-1:00p-In-person Puffin & Lighthouse Cruise Session, Bar Harbor Whale Watch, Bar Harbor, Maine.

Friday 06/17/22, 7:00p-8:30p-Live online class using ZOOM

Steve McGrath is a professional freelance photographer and photography teacher who has been creating images for 20 years. Steve first began by shooting sports photography for local high schools, then weddings, and stock agencies. Then his love of the outdoors led him to focusing more on his true passion. Steve was an active member of the Gateway Camera Club for many years, and has won many ribbons and awards at fairs and competitions through the group and on his own. Many of his images have been published in school text books.

Waiting list available

Computer Support for You!

with Annie Sargent

Free More Info

Offering effective technology instruction is a challenge. In any class, you have people with different devices, software programs, learning sytles, levels of maturity, confidence and goals. At Ellsworth Adult Education, we are continually striving to improve our offerings to serve the community.

This Fall, we are still piloting a more individualized approach. Using a telephone or email survey, we will work with you to assess your skills, resources and goals, and identify learning options that are the best fit for you. There are many invaluable free online resources for improving technology skills.

This program is offered by appointment, live online or in-person options available; ongoing enrollment.

If you're interested in learning more about this offering, register here and we will call you to schedule a phone or in-person meeting with one of our advisors.

Become a Digital Literacy Volunteer!

with Vanessa Richards

Free More Info

Make a difference in this digital age. The pandemic has increased dependence on technology and Ellsworth Adult Education has many people seeking individual support with digital devices (computers, smart phones, and tablets.) Almost all of these learners are functioning at a basic level. Our experience shows that computer classes are challenging as everyone has a different device, software, learning style and goal. Over the past year, we have started a Computer Cafe - designed as a computer lab of sorts - where people can come to meet individually or in small groups to learn from one another and an experienced teacher. We have found this approach to be very effective. In order to grow this program, we need volunteers to assist the instructor to provide the individualized instruction.

Our current hours are Mondays, 11a-1p and Thursdays, 4p-6p. We are hoping to expand if we get enough volunteers! We will provide you with some training, support and resources. We are organizing information/training sessions to share information and resources. If you’re interested in learning more, register for this course or reach out to us at adultedinfo@ellsworthschools.org or 207.664.7110.

World of Work Institute (WOWI) Career Assessment and Advising

with Annie Sargent

$7 More Info

The WOWI (World of Work Inventory) Career Assessment takes into account your skills, interests, and work style. After you take the assessment, a trained WOWI professional will interpret the results with you. You will then meet one-on-one and find out what job(s) you are best suited for. Together we will assess, explore and plan your future! By appointment, in-person or live online; ongoing enrollment.

When you register for this class, we will contact you to set up a meeting with our student advisor.

Course