Classes
Learn Practical Skills for a Lifetime
Tech Topics
Learn about Artificial Intelligence
Curious about how AI works and how to make it work for you? We offer a guided look at popular AI tools. What they excel at, where they fall short, and how to use them effectively.
Creating with AI
Wednesday, October 28
6:00 – 7:30 PM
- Understand how to ask AI to improve results
- Practice generating responses and images
In-Person Computer Classes for Beginners
About the Classes
Our FREE beginner classes will help you learn about computers and Microsoft Windows, word processing and other office programs, the Internet, and social media. Our classes focus on practical skills that will help you use a computer at home, school, or work. These classes are in English.
For adults age 18+ with little or no computer experience.
Free computer! If you attend all four classes, you will receive a free computer system.
Classes at Kramden
Sign up below or call 919-293-1133. Classes in this section are held at Kramden, 5010 NC Hwy 55 in Durham.
October 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2
Mondays
6 PM – 8 PM
Waiting List
Sign up for a notification when future courses open.
Classes at Other Durham Locations
Must meet eligibility requirements for income and Durham residency. Click Sign Up or call 919-293-1133 to register. Classes are held at several Durham locations.
Upcoming classes listed here.
Classes Outside of Durham
Computer Essentials for New Users & Accessing Telehealth. This free course is for adults with little or no computer experience and who cannot afford a computer. The course includes a free laptop and additional resources.
Upcoming classes listed here.
Curso Básico de Computadores en Español
Esta clase GRATUITA y presencial, es para ayudarte a aprender a usar una computadora, aplicaciones e internet. Nuestras clases se enfocan en habilidades prácticas que lo ayudarán a usar una computadora en el hogar, la escuela o el trabajo.
Estas clases son para adultos con poca o ninguna experiencia en computación. Mayores de 18 años.
Computadora portátil gratis! Si asiste a las cuatro clases, recibirá una computadora portátil renovado gratuito. Límite de uno por hogar. Si pierdes una clase, puedes recuperarla más tarde.
Las clases en español se enumeran a continuación.
Lista de Intereses
Regístrese para recibir una notificación cuando se abran futuros cursos en español.
Earn resume-ready certificates on key skills with free online testing
Kramden offers two Northstar computer skills courses as well as assessments. The five-week Northstar Basics course teaches fundamental skills and the three-week Northstar Office course covers Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. These courses are designed to help you learn new skills or refresh your existing skills.
Northstar Basics
Mondays & Tuesdays, October 5 - November 5
Evenings, 6:00 – 7:30 PM
You can sign up while this course is in progress or to be notified of the next course.
Northstar Office
Mondays & Tuesdays, November 9 - December 4
Evenings, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
You can sign up while this course is in progress or to be notified of the next course.
Weekly Computer Club
Computer Club gives you a relaxed, personalized way to build your computer experience. It’s made for adults who are working on basic skills. We strongly recommend that you have taken one of our computer courses or similar. Come in for any club day and we’ll create a plan for you including self-guided lessons, practice exercises, and online resources. Plus, you can socialize with and learn from other attendees! (Starting your skills from scratch? Begin with our four-week Computer Basics course, below.)
Class Details
Wednesdays, 4 – 6 pm
Sign up once and then come any Wednesday
Free
For adults age 18+
offsite computer club
In partnership with Digital Durham and the City of Durham, Kramden is offering additional options at two other sites. No sign-up required. Participants meeting certain criteria may be eligible for an incentive. For more information, please contact Program Coordinator Mounir Nessim at mnessim@kramden.org
CLASS DETAILS (Stanford L. Warren Library)
Tuesdays, 12 pm – 2 pm
1201 Fayetteville Street
Durham, NC 27707
Free
For adults age 18+
CLASS DETAILS (Durham Literacy Center)
Tuesdays, 4 pm – 6 pm
1905 Chapel Hill Road
Durham, NC 27707
Free
For adults age 18+
Questions?
Volunteer
Volunteer as an assistant instructor or even lead a class. Email us to find out how you can help.