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Internet Basics for Seniors

Submitted by nnguyen on Thu, 12/17/2015 - 09:44
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Manager Input
Manager's Decision: 
Approved
Is staff available for coverage?: 
Yes
Library budget available for this amount and for this target audience?: 
Yes
Program Identification
Location: 
Village Library
Date: 
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
10000 minutes30000 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
The Internet is a huge place, but this class will help you find your way around by focusing on computer basics and effective use of the web. Build your skills and confidence levels while increasing your access to online resources. Laptops will be provided for the class.
Primary Age Group: 
Senior (ages 55+)
Additional Age Groups: 
Senior (ages 55+)
Primary Event Type: 
Science & Technology
Additional Event Types: 
Learning Assistance

Presenter

Will your program have a presenter?: 
Yes
Does the presenter have the proper credentials, training & positive references?: 
Yes
Presenter Type: 
Other
1105 N. Stonewall Ave
Oklahoma City  Oklahoma  73117
United States
Program Justification
Is a program the best way to meet the expressed need or present information?: 
Yes
Does the program fit the goals of the MLS?: 
Yes
How & why does this program meet the goals of the MLS?: 
This program matters to seniors who are not familiar with the Internet and computer basics, which make them have trouble accessing the library resources, such as the catalog and the computers. We are here to educate the patrons, so they will be empowered to use the resources that are available in the MLS system. This program applies to the goal of our community having access to current technology and digital resources.
Which Strategic Plan Response/Goals does this program meet?: 
Connect to the Online World: Our community has access to current technology and digital resources as well as trained staff to help them use the resources effectively.
Why will this program be successful?: 
This program helps the patrons, the seniors to access the library resources and to educate them on how to use the Internet and to look for information online.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
It will be measured by attendance.
Program Engagement

Marketing

Is sufficient time available to have a Info Magazine Listing?: 
Yes
Is sufficient time available to request MaC materials and display them for at least 2 weeks (45 days)?: 
Yes

Community Engagement

What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

flyers

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
No supplies are needed for this particular program.
Final Comments: 
This is a repeat of the December's class, but I would like to offer the opportunity for those who missed the previous class to come to this class.
Are you ready for your supervisor to evaluate this program?: 
Yes
Program Evaluation
Are you ready to evaluate your program?: 
No
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
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