Computer Mixing for Beginner & Intermediate (A Digital Literacy Program)

Founded in 1987 as an umbrella organization, Ontario Society of Senior Citizens' Organizations/La Société des Organisations des Citoyens Aînés de l’Ontario (OSSCO) is a network of organizations. Working as a collaborative group of community minded individuals OSSCO is committed to improving the quality of life for Ontario’s seniors. We do so by involving people 55+ and seniors in our various learning activities, consultation/feedback sessions and influencing stakeholders.OSSCO's mission is to support our aging population to enhance their quality of life through these educational programs, involvement research, and raising public awareness of what is important to this demographic.More than 140 organizations representing 500,000 seniors in Ontario are under OSSCO’s umbrella,Through OSSCO's signature events,  educational programs, social media engagement, production of educational YouTube videos and publications for people 55+ and seniors, we keep this community informed and educated on issues of interest and to make sure their voices are heard by stakeholders.

Ontario Society of Senior Citizens Organizations

OSSCO offers in person Computer Mixing Beginner &amp; Intermediate Program, free of charge to people 55+.

Jamaican Canadian Centre - Caribbean Seniors Group

Want to increase your comfort level using technology? Forgot your computer basics? Get lost in the Internet? Have difficulty shifting between technologies - laptop? tablet? cell phone? OSSCO offer this in person refresher program, free of charge to people 55+. Practice activities are assigned between classes. This program is offered on Thursday morning and afternoon, for 6-weeks.Our Training Consultant helps you use your own device. Share your challenges and successes as you upgrade your technology skills and increase literacy. Asking questions gives you confidence to use your own technology in this small class size group (limited to 10 people).- Microsoft Office refresher on toolbars, key functions &amp; buttons, etc. for…a word document, opening software programs inserting pictures, and more-	Practice emails, messaging etiquette and communication styles-	Safe Internet Practice and Cybersecurity to avoid scams, phishing, fraud on your device-	Maximize using your preferred device...-	Using Social Media platforms to safely connect to others and much more!This is a hands-on learning program. You must bring your own device to the class. Program is offered free of charge to people 55+. In-person Class, 6-week program, Date: Tuesdays Mornings, 10AM-12PM, May 25 - June 29, 2023Location: Jamaican Canadian Centre - Caribbean Seniors Group (995 Arrow Rd, North York, ON M9M 2Z5)Registration is required via Eventbrite or by phone: 416-785-8570 Ext.223 or by email: Education@ossco.org.O﻿SSCO Education

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