Minnetonka Community Education

Curious about Artificial Intelligence? This beginner-friendly course for adults explores what AI is, how it works and how it can benefit your daily life—no tech background needed! Explore popular tools, and talk through the benefits and limitations in simple, real-world terms. No tech background needed—just bring your curiosity! Whether you’re looking to save time, stay connected, or just learn something new, you’ll leave with practical tips and more confidence using today’s smart tools.

This Adobe Photoshop Basics course offers an entry point into the world of digital image editing and manipulation using the industry-standard software, Adobe Photoshop. Whether you're a beginner or someone looking to refresh your skills, this course provides a comprehensive overview of Photoshop's essential features and functionalities, including cropping and rotating images, adding text to images and removing red-eye and blemishes from portraits. Please bring your own computer with Adobe Photoshop software.

This course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of Mac hardware and software, empowering you to maximize your productivity and enjoyment using Mac computers. Whether you're a new Mac user or someone looking to deepen your knowledge, this course offers a thorough overview of Mac basics, functionalities and essential features. This class does not cover iPads or iPhones. Please bring your own computer.

Gain insight into navigating your watch, customizing a watch face, using SOS/911 and setting up fall detection and Medical ID. Apple Watch Fundamentals is for anyone who owns an Apple Watch and wants to know more! Please bring your fully charged Apple Watch to class.

You'll leave this class with the confidence and skills to use Canva effectively and creatively to produce online documents, business cards, email signatures and more. Create stunning designs from scratch or use templates with step-by-step guidance for any digital image you need.

Learn to use this free, cloud-based storage for your documents and photos. Discover Google Docs (word processor) and Google Sheets (spreadsheets) that have become popular choices for many organizations. This is an online course via Zoom. You will need a Google account and you will be sent a link prior to the class.

This course is designed to provide participants with a solid foundation in using Excel, a powerful spreadsheet application widely used for data analysis, calculation and visualization. Whether you're a novice user or someone looking to refresh your skills, this course offers a comprehensive overview of Excel's essential features and functionalities. Learn how to build a spreadsheet from scratch, format headings, enter and format raw data, create formulas and common Excel functions and create charts.

This course builds upon the foundational skills acquired in the Microsoft Excel Level 1 - Essentials course and aims to deepen your understanding and proficiency in using Excel. This course is suitable for individuals who have a basic understanding of Excel but wish to expand their capabilities and explore more advanced features.

This introductory course is designed to equip participants with fundamental skills in utilizing Microsoft Word, a widely used word processing application. Whether you are a student, a professional or someone looking to enhance your computer literacy, this course provides a comprehensive overview of Word's essential features and functions. Learn the best methods for creating reports, letters and other documents and how to add bullets, tables and images to give your documents that professional look.

Expand your transportation options and independence through the ride-sharing service, Uber. Learn to use Uber at major airports so you can travel with confidence or run errands without having to ask a friend for a ride. Attend class virtually with your own device, or attend a "watch party" at the Minnetonka Community Education Center.

This class will help you declutter your photos, learn to find the ones you are looking for and to share with others using your Apple device. Photo Organization on Apple products is a class for anyone with an Apple product who wants to learn how to organize and manage their photos on their device and on iCloud. Please bring your fully charged Apple device to class.

Have you been curious about what ChatGPT is and how it can be used? Learn everything you need to know about ChatGPT, powered by Artificial Intelligence. Understand how it works and why it's taking the world by storm. You'll explore practical everyday uses for ChatGPT in both the workforce and at home, ensuring you stay in the loop when ChatGPT is mentioned in conversations and on the news. Don't get left behind in today's tech-savvy world! September 30 Class - Virtual Only December 2 Class - Virtual and In-Person Options

Learn the basics of QuickBooks Desktop—manage transactions, track expenses and generate reports. Perfect for beginners looking to handle small business finances with confidence and ease. Whether you're a business owner, accounting professional or someone looking to enhance your financial management skills, this course provides a comprehensive overview of QuickBooks Desktop's essential features and functionalities. This course does not include instructions for the online version of QuickBooks.

In today's fast-paced, technology-driven world, being tech-savvy is no longer optional—it's essential. This class is designed to equip you with the critical tech skills needed for everyday life. Expand your practical knowledge and confidence to navigate the digital landscape with ease. Attend class virtually with your own device, or attend a "watch party" at the Minnetonka Community Education Center.

Stay relevant and up to date by learning all about Venmo, the popular mobile payment service. Discover how to securely pay friends and businesses, as well as receive money without the need for cash or checks. You’ll gain a confident understanding of setting up Venmo safely, avoiding unnecessary fees and applying it in real-world scenarios for you and your family. You'll be able to discuss the topic among family, and friends and have an understanding of the key terms used when you hear about Venmo in the news! Join us to master Venmo and handle mobile payments with ease and security. November 6 Class - Virtual and In-Person Options December 16 Class - Virtual Only

Discover how to share your hobbies, advice, tutorials, talents and more with the world on the largest media platform. We'll guide you through a step-by-step process, ensuring you have all the tools and knowledge to get started today. Dive in and start building your YouTube presence!

Explore navigating your device, settings, customization, widgets, app library, Siri, privacy, App Store and iCloud. iPhone & iPad Fundamentals is a class for all iPhone/iPad users, no matter how long you’ve had your device. Please bring your fully charged Apple device to class.

Discover device features such as Calendar, Reminders, Maps, and Mail. Plus, you learn tips and tricks to help with multitasking and troubleshooting! iPhone & iPad Intermediate is a class for any iPhone/iPad users who want to be more productive and efficient with their device. The iPhone & iPad Fundamentals class is highly recommended prior to this class, but is not required. Please bring your fully charged Apple device to class.

Discover how to capture stunning photos and enhance them using your iPhone. Master key photography techniques such as composition, the rule of thirds and essential camera settings. You'll also explore features like flash control, Live Photos, Portrait Mode and Night Mode. Plus, we’ll dive into iPhone’s powerful editing tools to elevate your photos and make them even more eye-catching. Please bring your fully charged iPhone to class.