Computer/Math Classes for English Language Learners
Computer Basics 1
Location: Harvard Street Campus
This course helps students learn basic computer skills including introductions to hardware,
software, the internet, and mobile devices. Students learn how to use email, how to search the
internet, how to be safe online, and the basics of software applications including documents,
spreadsheets, and presentation slides. Mobile devices like smartphones are also explored.
Students earn Northstar Digital Literacy certifications in Computer Basics, Internet, and Email.
Students also work toward increased typing speeds.
Requirements:
- Eligible for L5
Computer Basics 2
Location: Harvard Street Campus
This class is the next level after Computer Basics 1. Students earn Northstar Digital Literacy
certifications in Windows Operating System, Social Media, Digital Footprint, MS Word, MS Excel,
and MS Powerpoint. Students will expand their information literacy skills through navigating
websites and evaluating information credibility and reliability. Career skills, such as building re-
sumes and cover letters, are practiced via the Microsoft applications. Students also work toward
increased typing speeds.
Requirements:
- Eligible for L5
- Successful completion of Computer Basics 1, OR passed NorthStar Word assessment test
with 70% or higher.
Internet and Application Essentials
Location: Sonia Gutierrez Campus
Earn an IC3 Certification by study in this class. The IC3 Certification is a global bench-
mark in basic computer literacy. The class includes learning operation system basics,
hardware, software and network basics.
Requirements:
- Eligible for ESL 8 or higher
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Advising session with the Technology Academy Director or designee
- Passing the Computer Literacy assessment test with 70% or higher
Math for Life and Work
Location: Sonia Gutierrez Campus
In this class students learn math vocabulary and skills including effective strategies to
solve problems using numbers and math concepts. This class focuses on topics such as
pre-algebra and algebra, data and statistics. Students planning to attend college are
strongly encouraged to take this class.
Requirements:
- Eligible for ESL 6 or higher
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