Free Online Learning Readiness (OLLR) Program for Boston Readiness

The Timothy Smith Network is offering a twelve week Online Learning Readiness (OLLR) progra.m. for Boston Residents. Participants will learn how to become successful in an online learning environment, use email and the internet; acquire basic technology skills in Microsoft programs; understand "cyber-safety"; create a resume and other materials needed for job searches; and acquire appropriate workforce readiness skills and techniques such as interviewing and time management. The program, sponsored by a grant from the Department of Commerce, is free of charge. Graduates are eligible to receive a Netbook with $50 co-pay. 20 contact hours per week.

With questions, contact the Timothy Smith Network at 617-968-3653 or training@timothysmithnetwork.org. Participants must be Boston Residents.

Upcoming information session dates:

Tues. 7/26 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Hattie B. Cooper Comm. Ctr.
1891 Washington St., Roxbury

Mon. 8/1 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Boston Neighborhood Network
3025 Washington St., Roxbury

Tues. 8/2 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Dudley Literacy Center
65 Warren St., Roxbury

Wed. 8/3 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Boston Neighborhood Network
3025 Washington St., Roxbury

Thurs. 8/4 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Freedom House
14 Crawford St., Dorchester

Thurs. 8/4 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Grove Hall Library
41 Geneva Ave, Dorchester

Mon. 8/8 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Codman Square Library
690 Washington St. Dorchester

Tues. 8/9 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Freedom House
14 Crawford St. Dorchester

Wed. 8/10 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Dudley Branch Library
65 Warren St., Dorchester

Fri. 8/12 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Grove Hall Branch Library
41 Geneva Ave., Dorchester

Mon. 8/22 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Dudley Branch Library
65 Warren St., Dorchester

With questions about information sessions, contact Lashaun Kelley at (617)968-3653.