Pre-Registration is required for each class.

Registration starts on the 15th of the month for the following month's classes.

After checking the class schedule, call (617) 796-1380 to register.

Class Descriptions

• Basic PC Knowledge and Skills
  Includes identifying the parts of a computer and how to use a mouse.

• Internet*
  Covers basic Internet terminology and uses a web browser (Internet Explorer) to visit individual sites, navigate Minuteman's QuickFind! Massachusetts Websites, Newton's Subject Websites, and use search engines.

• Information Literacy Classes**
  Learn to use print and electronic resources to answer reference questions or write reports and papers. Information literacy classes include a variety of topics:

  • Applying for a Job Online
  • Smart Ways to Choose a Book to Read
  • Basic Legal Information
  • Basic Travel Information
  • Genealogy
    


• Nearby Computer Classes (Not Library Sponsored)
  
  
  
  • Career Center
    Massachusetts Department of Employment & Training Resources
    449 Newtonville Ave., Suite 130
    Newtonville, MA 02460
    (617) 928-0530
    
  
  
  • Charles River Public Internet Center
    154 Moody Street
    Waltham, MA 02454
    (781) 891-9559
    
  
  
  • Newton Community Education
    Main Office: 140 Brandeis Rd.
    Newton South H.S., Room 9212
    Newton Center, MA 02459
    Satellite Office: 360 Lowell Ave.
    Newton North H.S., Room 212
    Newton, MA 02460
    (617) 559-6999

* requires proficiency using a mouse or "Basic PC Knowledge and Skills" class as a prerequisite.
** requires both "Basic PC Knowledge and Skills" and "Internet" classes as a prerequisite.