Computer Classes in Other Languages
The Toronto Public Library offers a
wide variety of computer classes. These
range from beginner classes such as Move That Mouse or Web Basics, to more
advanced classes such as those on how to use Google Docs or LinkedIn. The vast majority of these classes are
offered in English, and timings vary across city branches.
Toronto is one of the most culturally
diverse cities in the world. It is no
surprise then that it is also one of the most linguistically diverse cities as
well. Statistics Canada has identified
about 160 mother tongues in the Toronto Census Metropolitan Area. Within the city itself, according to the 2011
Census, 45% of residents had a mother tongue other than English or French. Moreover, 5% of Torontonians had no knowledge
of either official language.
It is with these demographic statistics in
mind, that librarians across TPL have started to offer computer classes in
other languages. The trend is just
starting, but hopefully it will prosper and continue. Anyone is welcome to attend these free
classes, and only a quick registration might be required.
These are some of the upcoming
computer classes offered in other languages at TPL:
Computer Classes
in Urdu [Hindi Speakers are welcome!]:
Computer Training: Move That Mouse
Ongoing
event running from Mon Sep 02, 2013 – Tue Dec 31, 2013
Agincourt
کیا آپ کمپیوٹر کو استعمال کرنا سیکھنا
چاھتیں ھیں؟
Learn basic mouse and keyboard skills
in this hands-on class. This session introduces you to skills required for all
computer training at the library.
To register and for more information,
please call: 416-396-8950.
Computer Classes
in Cantonese:
Computer
Training: Move That Mouse
Ongoing
event running from Mon Sep 02, 2013 – Tue Dec 31, 2013
Agincourt
Learn basic mouse and keyboard skills
in this hands-on class. This session introduces you to skills required for all
computer training at the library.
To register and for more information,
please call: 416-396-8950.
Computer
Training: Web Basics Pt. I.
Ongoing
event running from Mon Sep 02, 2013 – Tue Dec 31, 2013
Agincourt
Explore the Internet using
web addresses and search engines. Basic keyboarding and mouse skills required.
To register and for more information,
please call: 416-396-8950.
One-on-One Tech Training: Web Basics in Cantonese
Ongoing
event running from Tue Sep 03, 2013 – Tue Dec 17, 2013
Queen Saulter
Hands-on tutorials in searching the Web, the
Library Catalogue, or doing email in Cantonese. Register in person or call
416-393-7723.
Computer Classes
in Mandarin:
Web Basics for Seniors in Mandarin
2:00
pm – 3:30 pm on recurring dates listed below
York Woods
An introduction to the Internet taught in
Mandarin. For older adults, with little or no Internet experience. Basic
keyboarding and mouse skills required. To register please call 416-275-4223.
Upcoming
Dates:
Thu Aug 29
Thu Sep 05
Thu Sep 12
Thu Sep 19
See you soon!
Source for Statistics: http://www.toronto.ca/demographics/pdf/language_2011_backgrounder.pdf.
3 thoughts on “Computer Classes in Other Languages”
Thank you for this info. I know a few people who may be interested in the Urdu classes. Will more be offered?
This is great information, thank you. I feel obliged to point out, however, that “other” is perhaps not the best word choice here because it can imply something that is different than “normal” and therefore inferior and so on. (See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Other.) May I suggest using “many languages” or “multilingual” or “international” or something like that?
This is very good now you can get the training of the Computer in any language you want. Thanks for this article. !!
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