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, note that they are free and you may see ads that you have to close or skip. The websites associated with the on demand classes we use are listed under the classes. More information on the site are here: Digitalearn.org | Digitalliteracyassessment-Northstar | GCFglobal | Google-Workspace | YouTube |

Note with YouTube you want to pause and start so take your time.

Online Safety
Computer Basics
Using Phone
Email
Google
microsoft
Online Meetings
Social Media
Job Search & Apply
Back-Up/Storage
Building Business Online

How To Stay Safe Online and Searching…

Internet Safety

Learn how to be and stay safe online & on your devices

This class is presented by GCF Global

Basic Internet Searching

Learn the basics on how to search online

This class is presented by Digital Learn

Accounts & Passwords

Learn how to set safe passwords and settings on 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

Navigating A website

A short 6 minute course on navigating your way around websites

This class is presented by Digital Learn

Typing

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

This class is presented by Typing.com

Finding Info Online

Learn how to find info online

This class is presented by You Tube (Note advertisements)


Learning The Basics and How to Customize Your Computer Device…

Computer Basics

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

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

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

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 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 using your android phone designed for seniors, tips too 9 min

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)


All About Email…

G-Mail Basics

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

This class is presented by Digital Learn

more on outlook

4 other videos on the calendar, filing, shortcut and creating a signature

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

new Outlook

Learn about the new Outlook features in this video
18 min

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

Gmail In depth

Learn in depth about Gmail, composing, organizing settings, features, signatures 1 hour 15 min

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

Outlook-microsoft

Video beginner’s guide to Microsoft Outlook email
13 min

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

Handout and References:


Learning Microsoft Programs…

Word

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

This class is presented by Digital Learn

PowerPoint Basics

Video 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 creating and saving a Word document

This class is presented by Digital Literacy-Northstar

Basic Excel

Creating a basic budget with Microsoft Excel 18 min

This class is presented by Digital Learn

Excel in depth

Video 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 +

Video on 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)

Google Calendar

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

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

google drive

Video tutorial on the basics of drive 19 min

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 sheets in depth

Video tutorial beginning to advanced learning Google Sheets 3 hours

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

google maps

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

This class is presented by Digital Learn

Google Docs intro

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)

teleheath

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…

Facbook 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:


Job Searching and Applying…

creating a resume

Learn about creating resume’s in Microsoft Word
21 min

This class is presented by Digital Learn

Indeed

Video on using Indeed when applying for jobs
4 min

This class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)

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

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:


Back-Up and Online Storage…

basics of 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 1hour +

his class is presented by YouTube (Note advertisements)