OLLI Classes
"Hands-on" Computer Training Classes
Phil
Ball teaching an OLLI class on Photoshop Elements using the
desktop computers available at Yavapai College.
The Osher Lifelong
Learning Institute
is the Senior Programs arm of Yavapai College. It provides numerous "hands-on" computer training classes for OLLI
and PCS members. The classes will be given at Yavapai College in one of
the several classrooms equipped with 24 desktop computers.
Typically, these classes cover photography (including Photoshop
Elements), Microsoft Word, Working With Spreadsheets and Computer
Foundations (basic computing).
Please
contact OLLI for additional information about these classes or check their
current catalog.
As an example of this "hands-on" format, some information
concerning the very popular OLLI/PCS Photoshop Elements class,
given several times a year by Phil Ball, is listed below.
Photoshop Elements Class
This class consists of two six-week series of classes.
The introductory series is followed by a second series to
continue with other, more advanced computer techniques to
enhance and store images. A basic understanding of using a
camera and a computer is assumed for both of these series of
classes.
Many photos can be greatly improved by using easy and simple
techniques on a computer. This entire class series is about
using a computer to improve our photos. Most of us learn best
by actually doing what we are taught. We will use the
classroom’s computers to give us hands-on experience using
Photoshop Elements to practice some of the basic and more
advanced techniques to enhance sample images so you can improve
your photos.
Photoshop Elements Class Notes
If you are currently enrolled in Phil's Photoshop
Elements OLLI class or simply wish to learn more about this
complex program, you may download his class notes
here.
OLLI/PCS Co-operation
For all OLLI classes which are taught
by a PCS member, the basic OLLI registration fee is
waived for PCS members but there is a fee
of $25 for the class.
PCS members may register for this class by either:
1) Calling Tricia Berlowe or Deni Harris at the OLLI Office at
928-717-7634 making sure to tell them that you are a PCS
member, or
2) Filling out the registration form in the catalog and putting
"PCS" in the upper right-hand corner of the form. Then mail the
form along with your $25 fee to:
OLLI
1100 E. Sheldon, #6912
Prescott, AZ 86301