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Maine Driving Dynamics (MDD)
with MDD Instructor
This is a two-session class, you must be present at both sessions in order to earn the credit. The Maine Driving Dynamics course is a driver improvement course that is aimed to improve a student’s defensive driving awareness and abilities. This five-hour course runs over two evenings and includes discussion of collision avoidance techniques, safety issues, driver habits and attitudes, and the basic elements that constantly challenge drivers on Maine’s highways. Our goal is to save lives, prevent injuries, and reduce vehicle-related crashes. The course may be taken for point reduction only once every 365 days. Students who successfully complete the course will receive a three-point credit on their driving record.
Beginners Earring Making Workshop
with Rosie Bruce
Welcome to the fun and creative world of beginner earring making! Learn the basics of creating earrings from scratch. You'll be introduced to various earring making techniques, tools and materials while learning how to design and assemble your own homemade dangles to show off to your friends and family. Sign up today! Each participant will create 2-3 pairs of dangles, choosing from a variety of beads, allowing for complete customization! You'll leave with a tools and materials list including where to buy, and of course, your earrings! Supplies & materials fee: $20 to be paid directly to the instructor on the first day of class.
15 iPhone/iPad Vision Accessibility Features
with BoomerTech Adventures with Maine educators Jill Spencer, Chris Toy, and Ed Brazee
Many people have vision issues. A variety of iPhone/iPad settings allow you to use your device more easily when vision challenges arise. In this online, self-paced course you will learn where to find vision accessibility options and how to use them. The vision accessibility features are identical on the iPhone and iPad except in a couple of noted instances.
Cooking With BoomerTECH Adventures
with BoomerTech Adventures with Maine educators Jill Spencer, Chris Toy, and Ed Brazee
In this online, self-paced course, BoomerTECH Adventures guides Chris, Jill, and Ed share their love of cooking and enjoyment for lots of different types of foods. You will learn how to prepare several tasty stir fries using traditional Chinese flavorings, make fresh pasta, turn leftover sweet potato into gnocchi, stir up a great fried rice, and give ramen soup a delicious upgrade. In addition, discover an easy way to make your own pita pockets, flat breads, and tortillas. Plus, you will see a way to combine the benefits of cooking on cast iron with your love of grilling. We haven’t forgotten dessert! Who can resist a delectable chocolate brownie torte or apple pie?
Fantastic Photo Finishes—Organize & Edit Images with Your iPhone/iPad Photos App
with BoomerTech Adventures with Maine educators Jill Spencer, Chris Toy, and Ed Brazee
Most of us take hundreds of photos that languish on our iPhone/iPad or in the cloud. Knowing how to edit images and organize your photos on your iPhone and iPad is essential. Other areas of study in this online, self-paced course include using the tabs in the Photos app — “For You" tab (ready-made slide shows), creating, using, and sharing albums, and the very useful search function.
Hidden Gems Lurking on Your iPhone & iPad
with BoomerTech Adventures with Maine educators Jill Spencer, Chris Toy, and Ed Brazee
Did you know...your iPhone tracks your movements? The keyboard has hidden keys? You can write and draw on your photographs? You can calculate in your search window? Our iPhones/iPads have many time-saving features that allow you to be creative, efficient, and have fun. This online, self-paced course will reveal the "hidden gems" that will show you how to learn advanced features of your iPhone and iPad.
Introduction to iPhone Basics
with BoomerTech Adventures with Maine educators Jill Spencer, Chris Toy, and Ed Brazee
The vast majority of iPhone users rarely access all of the available iPhone features. In this on-line, self-paced course, learn to use your iPhone to the best possible advantage. Some critical features covered include Apple ID and password; structure of the iPhone (buttons and how they work); best apps to have and how to get them; how to text, phone, FaceTime, and email; how to use the Control Center; mastering Settings; updating operating systems; using key apps; and more. An additional session includes iOS updates and the unique features of the newest iPhones.
Introduction to Mac Basics
with BoomerTech Adventures with Maine educators Jill Spencer, Chris Toy, and Ed Brazee
In this online, self-paced course, you will learn everything you need to know to make your Mac computer (laptop or desktop) hum! Areas of focus include: Mac Operating System, features of the Mac, choosing the best browser, using Spotlight Search, learning how to use the Finder and App Store, understanding the keyboard, and learning the icons that define a Mac computer.