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MS Excel for Self-Taught Users
with Elaine Moore

This virtual seminar will explore how to freeze and unfreeze cells, conditional formatting, protecting a worksheet, and many functions. Some of these functions are commonly used and others are infrequently used. This course is designed to give you experience using different functions. We will explore how to create a multiple-sheet workbook and link the formulas between the sheets. You will learn the difference between Relative and Absolute cell referencing, Pivot Tables and Charts, and a review of Protecting a worksheet. We will review how to use the IF and VLookup functions, as well as other reference functions.
Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at 508-375-5017 or ebrown@capecod.edu.
MS Excel Beginner Basics - Speed Class
with Elaine Moore

This beginner-friendly seminar is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of Microsoft Excel. Participants will explore the Tabs and Ribbons to become familiar with the layout and location of key commands. The course will also cover essential keyboard shortcuts and basic tools used for formatting spreadsheets. Students will learn how to create simple formulas using the Order of Operations, build basic worksheets, and generate charts to visually represent data.
No prior experience with Excel is required—just a willingness to learn and explore!
Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at 508-375-5017 or ebrown@capecod.edu.
PowerPoint at Lunch: Slide Master Basics
with Elaine Moore

Take a productive break and join us mid-day for a 1-hour, lunchtime mini session on PowerPoint! This quick and practical overview will walk you through how to set up, lay out, and format a presentation using the Slide Master. Whether you prefer to watch or follow along, you’ll gain useful tips to make your slides look polished and professional.
Stick around after the session for a brief Q&A—bring your questions!
Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at 508-375-5017 or ebrown@capecod.edu.
MS Excel: Advanced Functions & Data Tools - Speed Class
with Elaine Moore

This virtual, interactive, and hands-on course is designed for users ready to deepen their Excel skills. Ideal for those who need to customize worksheets, create long-range spreadsheets, or present data visually, this session focuses on expanding your knowledge of formulas and functions, as well as working with multiple sheets and advanced data tools.
Topics will include:
- Advanced Functions in Excel
- Understanding Absolute vs. Relative Cell Referencing
- Creating and Linking Multiple Sheets in a Workbook
- Building and Customizing Charts
- Sorting and Filtering Data
- Inserting and Using Pivot Tables
Attendees are encouraged to bring current spreadsheet projects to work on in real-time with private support from the instructor.
Note: To get the most out of this Zoom-based session, it is recommended that participants use a second monitor, iPad, or tablet to view the training while working hands-on on their own computer.
Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at 508-375-5017 or ebrown@capecod.edu.
Excel at Lunch: Getting Started with Spreadsheets
with Elaine Moore

Join us mid-day for a quick and practical overview of Microsoft Excel!
Designed for beginners or anyone needing a quick refresher, this 1-hour lunchtime session will guide you through the basics of creating spreadsheets and introduce a few essential keyboard commands to boost your efficiency.
Whether you prefer to watch or follow along, you'll pick up helpful tips to get started with confidence. Stick around after the session for a brief Q&A—perfect for getting your questions answered in real-time.
Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at 508-375-5017 or ebrown@capecod.edu.
MS Excel Beginner Basics
with Elaine Moore

This beginner-friendly seminar is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of Microsoft Excel. Participants will explore the Tabs and Ribbons to become familiar with the layout and location of key commands. The course will also cover essential keyboard shortcuts and basic tools used for formatting spreadsheets. Students will learn how to create simple formulas using the Order of Operations, build basic worksheets, and generate charts to visually represent data.
No prior experience with Excel is required—just a willingness to learn and explore!
Microsoft Mash Basics: Getting Started with Word, Excel & PowerPoint
with Elaine Moore

New to Microsoft Office or need a refresher?
Microsoft Mash Basics is a beginner-friendly course designed to walk you through the essential functions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. You’ll learn how to navigate each program, perform common tasks, and build a solid foundation that helps you work more confidently and efficiently. Whether you're starting from scratch or brushing up on basic skills, this course will give you the tools you need to succeed.
Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at 508-375-5017 or ebrown@capecod.edu.
iPhone-tography: Mastering the Art of Smartphone Photography
with Jonathan Fonseca

Tired of scrolling through your phone’s camera roll and seeing the same old boring photos? Say hello to Phone-tography, where you’ll transform your phone camera into a powerhouse of photographic potential!
This workshop is designed to help you capture stunning, professional-quality photos that will make your followers, friends, and family drool with envy.
You’ll learn essential photography principles like composition, lighting, and focus, and how to apply them to your phone’s camera. You’ll also get a look at the latest photo editing apps and techniques. By the end of the workshop, you’ll be snapping photos that capture the beauty of the world around you like never before. Say goodbye to bland and hello to bold with Phone-tography.
Questions?
Contact Elaine Brown, Program Coordinator, at 508-375-5017 or ebrown@capecod.edu.