1. “Computer Training for Adults” Rita Lovell Alpine County Librarian

2. WELCOME TO ALPINE COUNTY! Population: 1,176

3. Alpine County

4. Stunning views and soothing sounds of nature

5. One sound is anything but soothing…

6.  Time consuming  Frustrating  Disadvantage

7. Markleeville (County Seat)

8. ...the Library!

9. Empowerment Home business Social Media Online learning

10. Project Goal  Empower residents with basic computer skills they need to be personally and professionally successful.

11. Steps  Secure a site  Create curriculum  Begin

12. Computer Lab High speed Internet connection 23 networked computer stations

13. Excellent teaching tool

14. Engaged learning

15. Results  17 regulars 6 drop-ins  Increased skills for all  They want more classes!

16. My Grant dollar$ in action $5,000  2 new laptops ($1,700)  Staff help ($1,600)  Pre-loaded flash drives ($700)  Facilities use fees ($600)

17. Residents recieved  Free computer training  Experienced instructors  Excellent facility  “Tailored” curriculum  New computers for Library

18. Project Challenges  Weather  Dial Up Access  Staffing  Creative name

19. Successes  Attendance  Enjoyed learning  Gained Community and Board support  We’re on the “radar”  Library = County resource that meets community needs

20. Where do we go from here?  Collaborate  Share/Combine resources  Keep momentum

21. Thank You!