Learning Opportunities
In-person Learning - Computer and Gadget Help Workshops
When you attend a Computer and Gadget Help workshop, you will get in-person help learning basic technology skills. For example:
- Downloading documents to the files on your computer, smartphone, or tablet
- Filling out online forms
- Setting up or using your new laptop, smartphone, tablet or eReader
- Using productivity suites like Microsoft Office, MS 365, or Google Workspace
- Using productivity software like Word, Google Docs, Excel, and PowerPoint
Our teaching style - Self-directed learning
We are not technology experts. We are experts at figuring things out and helping others figure things out. We will encourage and support your self-directed learning activities. This may include guided demonstrations where you control the device while we walk you through the activity, or a more hands-off approach where we point you in the right direction, then remain close by in case you need help.
Online Learning - Links to free online tech learning
Digital Learn
A collection of self-paced classes on technology basics:
- Easy to follow slide shows
- Downloadable class notes
- Designed for beginners
LinkedIn Learning
Free with your library account, an online library of high-quality instructional videos on the latest software tools and skills:
- 9,000+ courses taught by industry professionals
- Each class includes:
- Video w/closed captions
- Table of contents and class overview
- Personal content library
- Notebook and transcripts
- Designed for all levels of learners
Learning Express Library
Guided student support and preparation to help you:
- Earn a high school equivalency credential.
- Prepare for exams like the ACT, SAT, AP, CLEP, GRE, MCAT, LSAT and more.
- Prepare for career exams like CDL, EMS, military and nursing.
- Job application support for resume and cover letter tutorials
- Beginning computer skills
- Herramientas de aprendizaje, carrera y ciudadanía en español (Learning, Career, and Citizenship Tools)
Upcoming Classes & Gadget Help
Events
Jun 27 | 09:00AM - 10:30AM
Computer and Gadget Help
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Digital Arts Studio (2nd Floor)
Jun
28
Jun 28 | 12:30PM - 2:30PM
Intro to Cricut: Vinyl Workshop
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Digital Arts Studio (2nd Floor)
Jun
30
Jun 30 | 11:00AM - 1:00PM
Computer and Gadget Help
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Digital Arts Studio (2nd Floor)
Jul
5
Jul 5 | 07:30PM - 9:00PM
Computer and Gadget Help
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Digital Arts Studio (2nd Floor)

