[FULL] Learn Microsoft Excel Online Class #1

Learn the basic of Excel (Adults Audiences only)

Note: we will be using Excel Online on this class, anybody can get Excel Online for free. If you have Excel on your computer, this class will help you too.

THIS CLASS IS FULL, please visit EBPL YouTube to find the recorded class the day after the class is held. 

A 5-class part serie with a different topics on each session. Classes are held on Zoom on Tuesdays in April & May at 7 pm.

For learners who are new to Excel or want to get reacquainted with Excel.

No experience with Excel is necessary.

This course will empower participants with the fundamentals to take more advance classes.

Class #1 Description

The Tech Teacher will:

Explain how to set up your workstation to follow along the lesson. 

Show participants how to sign up into the Excel Online environment. If you do not have Excel in your computer you can use Excel Online.

Introduce participants on how to use the Slack Application to make your experience more like an in-person classroom.

Teach a lesson on how to effectively navigate around the Excel environment.

No prior knowledge in programming nor advanced math skills are necessary.

This course will encourage you to try Excel online on your own during the Zoom class, you will be encourage to get hands-on training and have support while your learn.

Class Technical Information

Excel Application

If you have Excel in your computer, please make sure it is no more than 5 years old.

Don't have Microsoft Excel? Do not worry, follow these steps.

• Go to Office.com.
• Login to your Microsoft account (or create one for free). If you already have a Windows, Skype or Xbox login, you have an active Microsoft account.
• We will cover this process on the first class.

Slack

Join our class communication tool, Slack, to get the most of the class. On Slack you can ask your questions and feel involved in the discussions and seek additional help or feedback.

Join EBPL Classes Clack Channel to participate: https://join.slack.com/t/ebplclasses/shared_invite/zt-npoerwt1-jsP0v99jcwakSlQ6FEb~pA

Click Join

Slack may ask you to enter your name (you can use a nickname) and create new password.

If Slack ask you for the workspace, the full name of the workspace is: ebplclasses.slack.com.slack.com

Sometimes, the input box will have .slack.com prefilled, you just need to add the prefix: ebplclasses.slack.com

Device Setup

To follow along with the virtual class, we suggest having two devices or two monitors during the class. On one device you can watch the class and on the other you can use the application. You can use one desktop/laptop and two browser, follow this article to learn how. There will be short demonstration on April's  6th's class.

Registration for the following classes will start on or after April 9th, please check out the EBPL Calendar 

Class #2, April 13: edit and format Excel worksheets

Class #3, April 20: implement basic Excel functions (including financial, logical, and text functions)

Class #4, April 27: learn how to use data management tools like: filter, sort , and duplicate data.

Class#5, May 4: learn how the basic Excel plotting tools: scatterplots, column charts, and pie charts.

Prerequisites

Desktop computer or laptop with Internet connection.

Basic understanding of how to navigate on the internet and use Zoom.

We will be using a free version of Microsoft Excel.

Patrons are not required to purchase any Microsoft subscription for this class.

Live Meeting

Please plan to join the meeting 10 minutes prior to the program so your device has time to connect.

Zoom may ask you to download and install the application file for you to join the meeting. Download and install the file so you can connect to Zoom.

The Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants upon registration.

Please enter your email correctly on the registration form so the Zoom link is sent timely.

If you have a camera & microphone, you will be muted during the program. Unmute yourself to talk or use the chat box or Slack to ask questions. Questions are encouraged.

Audience: adults

This Session will be recorded.

Cost of class: Free.

Any questions email me at ybombardiere@ebpl.org 45 min before the meeting, or call 732-390-6767 before 7:00 pm.