On-Demand Classes

Select from any of the following categories for learning digital skills “on-demand” on your own schedule. The following classes have been hand-picked by our staff. Please note that they are free, and you may see ads which you have to “close” or “skip”. The websites associated with the on-demand classes are listed as well. More information on the site are here: Digitalearn.org | Digitalliteracyassessment-Northstar | Google-Workspace | YouTube |

Note: When using YouTube, you may want to “pause” and re-start to take your time. Please know that, when you restart, it may begin with an ad.

Learn on Your Time

Check out the categories and on demand sessions below

Note that our Digital Educators can help you with taking on-demand classes if you are unsure how to access them or do not have a computer.

Click a category below to see what classes are offered

Online Safety

Computer Basics

Using Phone

Google

microsoft

Online Meetings

Social Media

Job Search & Apply

Back-Up/Storage

Building Business Online

How To Stay Safe Online and Searching…

Internet Searching

Learn the basics on how to search online.

This class is presented by Digital Learn.

Internet Safety

Learn how to be and stay safe online & on your devices (5 videos 30 min)

This class is presented by YouTube. (Note advertisements) by GFC Global

Accounts & Passwords

Learn how to set safe passwords and set up online accounts.

This class is presented by Digital Learn.

Frauds & Scams

Learn to determine what is fraud and what to do if you have been scammed

This class is presented by Digital Learn.

Finding Info Online

Learn how to find info online.

This class is presented by YouTube. (Note advertisements)

typing basics

Learn what a computer is and use of mouse and keyboard (21 min)

This class is presented by Typing.com.

Navigating A website

A short 6 minute course on navigating your way around websites.

This class is presented by Digital Learn.

NDEC classes

Enroll to gain access to NDEC classes on-demand

This class is presented by NDEC.

Learning The Basics and How to Customize Your Computer Device…

Computer Basics

Learn what a computer is and the use of mouse and keyboard (21 min)

This class is presented by Digital Learn.

Computer Basics

Learn about the ports and accessories plus.

This class is presented by Digital Literacy-Northstar.

Mac os basics

Learn what a computer is and use of mouse and keyboard (14 min-similar to the prior one)

This class is presented by Digital Learn.

MAC Os

Learn the basics of getting around a computer running Mac OS (22 min)

This class is presented by Digital Learn.

Windows 11 OS

Learn your way around Windows 11 Operating System (27 min)

This class is presented by Digital Learn.

Mac tutorial

Video on Mac Tutorial for beginners (11 min)

This class is presented by YouTube. (Note advertisements)

windows 11 OS

YouTube video on learning about Windows 11 (10 min)

This class is presented by YouTube. (Note advertisements)

Cell Phone How To’s…

Iphone iOs Basics

Learn the basics of your iOs iPhone
(36 min)

This class is presented by Digital Learn.

Android Basics

Learn the basics of your Android phone (36 min)

This class is presented by Digital Learn.

iphone for seniors

Video tailored to seniors using your iPhone (20 min)

This class is presented by YouTube. (Note advertisements)

Android for Seniors

Video on Android phone designed for seniors, tips, etc. (9 min)

This class is presented by YouTube. (Note advertisements)

All About Email…

Google GMail Basics

The perfect class to get you started using and setting up a Gmail account (15 min)

This class is presented by Digital Learn

Handout and References:

Outlook-Complete user guide
Outlook- Quick start basic guide

Learning Microsoft Programs…

Word documents

Learn the basics of Microsoft Word - create, format, and save (17 min)

This class is presented by Digital Learn.

PowerPoint Basics

Tutorial on how to create a PowerPoint presentation (20.5 min)

This class is presented by YouTube. (Note advertisements)

Word very basics

Slides and practice sessions to create and save a Word document.

This class is presented by Digital Literacy-Northstar.

Basic Excel to start

Create a basic budget with Microsoft Excel (18 min)

This class is presented by Digital Learn.

Excel in depth

Videos from beginning to advanced Microsoft Excel. Note on the right side are shorter and topic-related videos (4+ hour)

This class is presented by YouTube. (Note advertisements)

Excel basic formulas +

Basic formulas and functions in Microsoft Excel (12 min)

This class is presented by YouTube. (Note advertisements)

Learning About Google Programs…

Google drive

Learn about Google’s file storage system, organizing files and different formats (1 hour 15 min)

This class is presented by Google skills (may need to join or sign in)

Google calendar

Learn how to quickly schedule meetings, events, and create tasks for your schedule (1 hour 15 min)

This class is presented by Google skills (may need to join or sign in)

about google maps

Learn the different functions and how to find locations and directions (15 min)

This class is presented by Digital Learn

google drive

Video tutorial on the basics of drive (19 min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

Google Calendar

Video tutorial on creating events and scheduling with Google Calendar (19.5 min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

Google sheets in depth

Video tutorial beginning to advanced learning Google Sheets (3 hours)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

Google Docs

Video tutorial on getting started with Google Docs (4 min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

Google Docs

Learn about Google’s file storage system, organizing files and different formats (1 hour 15 min)

This class is presented by Google skills (may need to join or sign in)

Sharing google docs

Video tutorial on sharing and links to Google Docs (4 min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

Advanced googe docs

Video tutorial on formatting, tools, images and more (1 1/2 hour)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

google sheets intro

Learn how to create, edit a blank spreadsheet or from a template, add, sort, basic formulas and functions (1+ hour)

This class is presented by Google skills (may need to join or sign in)

Intro Google Sheets

Video tutorial on getting started with Google Sheets (13 min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

Online Meeting and Conferencing…

zoom

Learn how to connect, download and use zoom for video conferencing meets (10 min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

telehealth

Learn what telehealth is and how to use it for your at home appointments (39 min)

This class is presented by Digital Learn

Social Media…

Facebook intro

Intro to using and getting started with Facebook (9 min)

This class is presented by Digital Learn

Facebook

Beginners Guide to Facebook (13 min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

instagram

Getting started on Instagram (9 min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

youtube

This video is designed for seniors on learning how to set up and use the YouTube App on an iPad
(12+ min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

keeping FB private

Short video on settings to keep your FB safe and secure (5+ min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

Note we recommend taking the NDEC class Using Facebook Securely for more in depth and live interaction

Handouts and references:

Facebook Security

Job Searching and Applying…

creating a resume

Learn about creating resume’s in Microsoft Word
(21 min)

This class is presented by Digital Learn

Basics of Job Searching

Learn about searching for a new job, preparing a resume, applying and interviews

This class is presented by Digital Literacy-Northstar

applying on Indeed

Video on using Indeed when applying for jobs
(4 min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

2026 linkedin job searching

Learn a smarter way to apply in Linkedin
(15+ min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

Handouts and references:

AARP Job Search Kit

Back-Up and Online Storage…

cloud storage

Learn what is it, types and how to use
(22 min)

This class is presented by Digital Learn

Google drive

How to use Google Drive Storage (14 min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements

one drive

Learn how to use Microsoft One Drive storage (36+ min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements

Icloud

Learn all about Apple’s iCloud storage (10+ min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements

Building Your Business Online…

Wordpress create a website

11 lessons of videos on how to create a Wordpress website for your business
(1+ hour)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

choosing a website builder

Learn about the different build your own website platforms 18 min

This class is presented bys YouTube (Note advertisements)

Setting up Facebook business page

Video on setting up a FB business page
(10 min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

squarepace create a website

How to start a website for your business on Squarepace (12 min)

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

Meta Business Suite FB/IG

Learn how to create, set up, and the value of Meta (1+ hour)

his class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)