MST
Syllabus

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iPhone / iPad Mastery

Master your iPhone or iPad with confidence through this comprehensive introduction to Apple devices. Learn essential gestures, navigation, and personalization options that make your device truly yours. Discover key settings for accessibility, privacy, and security while exploring the most useful built-in apps. We'll cover practical troubleshooting techniques so you can solve common problems independently. Through hands-on demonstrations and guided practice, you'll transform from hesitant user to confident navigator. Whether you're new to Apple devices or looking to unlock features you've overlooked, this class provides the foundation for digital independence and comfort in today's connected world.

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Email Excellence

Transform your inbox from overwhelming to organized with proven email management strategies. Learn the Zero Inbox philosophy and discover how automated filters and sorting rules can work for you around the clock. Master attachment best practices, create an effective folder system, and finally take control of unwanted subscriptions. We'll explore techniques used by productivity experts to process emails efficiently while maintaining important communications. Through practical demonstrations, you'll set up systems that reduce stress and save time daily. Leave with a clear action plan to achieve and maintain an organized inbox that serves you rather than overwhelms you.

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Modern Communication Toolkit

Connect with loved ones using today's most popular communication platforms. Master texting through Apple Messages, WhatsApp, and Facebook Messenger, including group chats and direct messages. Learn FaceTime for video calls, explore voice messages and emojis, and gain confidence with Zoom and Google Meet for virtual gatherings. Discover screen sharing capabilities that let others help you remotely. We'll cover contact management strategies to keep everyone organized and accessible. Each platform is demonstrated live with time for questions and practice, ensuring you can choose the right tool for every conversation and stay connected with family and friends near and far.

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Online Retail confidence

Shop online safely and effectively with this comprehensive guide to e-commerce. Learn how to evaluate online retailers, recognize and avoid common scams, and use secure payment methods that protect your information. Discover delivery tracking systems, understand return policies, and navigate major platforms including Amazon, Shopify, Etsy, and eBay. We'll cover comparison shopping techniques, reading reviews critically, and knowing when online shopping makes sense. Through real examples and demonstrations, you'll gain the confidence to find better prices, access wider selections, and shop from home while protecting yourself from fraud. Leave equipped to make informed, secure online purchases.

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Modern Money Management

Take control of your finances in the digital age while staying secure from scams and fraud. Learn critical security practices, then explore mobile banking setup and features that put your accounts at your fingertips. Discover paperless billing systems, master payment apps like Venmo and Zelle, and explore budgeting tools that provide clear financial pictures. We'll navigate the Social Security website together, demystifying online government services. Through careful demonstrations of security best practices, you'll understand how to protect yourself while enjoying the convenience of digital financial tools. Leave with practical knowledge to manage money confidently and securely in today's digital economy.

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Navigation & Mobility

Never get lost again with modern navigation and transportation tools. Master Apple Maps and Google Maps for directions, real-time traffic, and discovering nearby places. Learn ride-sharing apps like Uber and Lyft step-by-step, from requesting rides to payment and tipping. Explore public transit apps that provide schedules, routes, and real-time updates. Discover location-sharing features that help families stay connected and coordinate meetups. Through live demonstrations, you'll see exactly how these tools work before trying them yourself. Whether traveling across town or across the country, you'll gain independence and confidence knowing you can navigate anywhere with your phone as your guide.

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Undertsanding AI

AI Demystify artificial intelligence and understand how it's already part of your daily life. Explore what AI actually is, how it works, and where you encounter it—from smartphone assistants to recommendation systems. Learn about practical AI tools like ChatGPT and how they can help with everyday tasks. Understand both the benefits and limitations of AI, including important considerations about accuracy and privacy. We'll discuss how AI is changing work, creativity, and daily life, addressing common concerns and misconceptions. Through clear explanations and live demonstrations, you'll gain a realistic understanding of this transformative technology and how to use it thoughtfully and effectively.

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Understanding Misinformation

Navigate today's complex information landscape with critical thinking skills and practical strategies. Learn what misinformation is, why it spreads so effectively online, and how it impacts democracy and public discourse. Discover techniques for evaluating news sources, recognizing manipulated content, and verifying information before sharing. Understand how misinformation affects different demographics, particularly young people forming worldviews. We'll explore reliable news sources, fact-checking tools, and red flags that signal unreliable information. Through real examples and analysis, you'll develop confidence distinguishing truth from fiction online, protecting yourself and others from misleading content while staying informed about the world.

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Undertanidng Gen Z

Gain insight into how social media shapes the lives of Millennials and Gen Z. Explore how algorithms determine what people see, understand influencer culture and parasocial relationships, and learn about documented mental health effects. Discover how platforms harvest data and impact privacy. Understand why screen time has become such a concern for families and society. We'll examine the generational anxiety younger adults face—from social media pressures to cost-of-living challenges, gig economy uncertainties, and changing relationship patterns. This class helps bridge generational understanding, explaining why your children and grandchildren experience the digital world differently and fostering more empathetic, informed conversations across generations.

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