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onnections offers courses for internet, online safety, computers, tablets and smartphones – enabling seniors to stay socially connected, tech-wise and cyber-safe. National Oasis FAQs Partnerships Donate Participant Survey (314) 862-2933 x272 | connections@oasisnet.org Search for: Home Courses Quick Links All Connections Courses Participant Survey General Computer Introduction to Computers Meet the Computer Windows 11 Windows 10 Windows Performance & Maintenance General Interest Google Photos Smartphone Photography Wellness on the Web Internet Beginner’s Guide to the Cloud Exploring Google Exploring the Internet Going Wireless: How to Use Wi-Fi Introduction to Email Introduction to the Internet Internet Safety The Oasis Guide to Internet Safety Password Managers Phishing and Identity Theft What’s the Best Browser For Me Job Seekers Resumes and Cover Letters The Complete Job Search Microsoft Office Excel PowerPoint Word Mobile Technology Android iPad iPhone Mobile Accessibility Social Media Facebook Free Courses Accessibility Fighting Cybercrime Oasis Connections Guide to Online Safety For Instructors Instructor Training For Partners Partner with Oasis Connections Partner Resources Contact Us Connections News and Media Contact Us Privacy Policy Blog My account Take a Class Class Participant Survey Connections Home National Oasis Home Oasis Everywhere Sign In Connections Locations For Instructors Instructor Training My Survey Reports For Partners Partner Portal Partner Resources Partner with Oasis Connections Contact Us Blog Donate Oasis Connections Guide to Online Safety Home Oasisnet Webmaster 2024-05-02T13:33:35-05:00 How can we help you today? I want to offer technology classes in my community Become a Partner I want to learn how to protect myself online Online Safety I’m just here for the FREE stuff! Free Resources How can we help you today? I want to offer technology classes in my community Become a Partner I want to learn how to protect myself online Online Safety I’m just here for the FREE stuff! Free Resources Enabling people to stay socially connected, tech-wise and cyber-safe Copilot: Artificial Intelligence is baked into Windows 11, here’s how to use It. Copilot: Artificial Intelligence is baked into Windows 11, here’s how to use It. Copilot: Artificial Intelligence is baked into Windows 11, here’s how to use It. Artificial intelligence (AI), in the Read more... Scammers are using QR Codes for scams. Surprised? Scammers are using QR Codes for scams. Surprised? This is a QR code. QR codes are great tools for businesses and organizations. Point your smartphone camera at a QR code, and the code Read more... Are older adults more likely to be victimized by scammers and fraudsters? It’s complicated… Are older adults more likely to be victimized by scammers and fraudsters? It’s complicated... Transforming people from discouraged to empowered This week, national Data Privacy Week, I had the pleasure of being interviewed Read more... The Connections Safety Course Updated, Expanded, and Renamed Our Guide expanded so much it got a new name We’ve been working on updating the Safety First course and incorporating some of the newer material we’ve produced over the past several Read more... Avoid hackers, robocallers, scammers and more! If you don’t have internet, you’re almost lost.” – Don Francois, Connections volunteer instructor Transforming technology from a barrier into a tool Technology literacy is essential today for people to access services and stay connected with family and friends. For more than 20 years, adults have built technology skills and confidence using Oasis Connections training materials. Materials are available to help people use computers, the Internet and portable devices, such as smart phones and tablets. Designed specifically for adult learners , Connections training is available through senior centers and residences, faith-based organizations , job help centers, YMCAs, libraries and other partners who have chosen the program in order to provide high-quality technology education in their communities. The Connections model provides training and curriculum to equip both staff and volunteers to effectively teach numerous classes that help participants overcome fears and build confidence with technology. Take the guesswork out of teaching technology Connections is an off-the-shelf solution designed to meet your curriculum needs. Whether your trainers are staff or volunteers, Connections gives them the tools they need to successfully teach numerous classes. Partners turn to Oasis Connections for high-quality content that appeals to users of varied skill levels. Easy to implement We provide curriculum for students and training for instructors. Comprehensive More than 30 courses cover a wide range of topics for basic to intermediate skills on mobile devices and PCs. Adaptable The classes can be used for group or staff training or individual coaching. Cost-effective Content is updated regularly, saving valuable staff time. Course subjects iPad, iPhone and Android Computer, Windows 10, Microsoft Office Internet, Internet Safety and WiFi Job search and resume writing Email, Facebook, digital photography and more 19 courses translated to Spanish Protecting home WiFi Home wi-fi routers allow you to connect computers, smart phones, mobile devices, alarm systems, smart TVs, digital assistants and more the internet. Watch this instructional YouTube video to learn 6 tips to secure your home wi-fi. Importance of technology education Teaching people to get comfortable with technology is imperative today. I enjoy seeing people get excited about what they’ve learned through Connections classes.” – Wilma Schmitz, Connections Instructor Protecting your privacy This video shows you how you can protect your privacy when using social media platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Pinterest. Learn the 5 W’s (Who, What, When, Where and Why) for safely posting to social media. Share with someone you care about! Connections in the news Sponsored by View free videos and books Mobile Accessibility A guide to seeing and hearing smart phones and tablets more easily Sponsored by Connections near you Oasis Connections has been a trusted resource for technology training helping more than 65,000 people in classes at community sites nationwide. See all locations Connections Technology Classes Helping people bridge the digital divide since 2000. Register for a virtual class now! Contact Information The Oasis Institute 50 Gay Avenue Clayton, MO 63105 314-862-2933 Jordan Carr Program Director, Oasis Everywhere & Technology Education 314-862-2933 , ext 250 Stay Connected Opt-In to receive our newsletter Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Subscribe to our blog Create your MyOasis Account Class participant survey © Copyright Facebook X Pinterest YouTube Page load...