Log on to Learning: TY students teach local residents how to use the Web

Throughout October, TY students taught local residents how to use computers and the Web. Many local residents brought in their own androids and iPads, and used the upgraded school Wifi system very successfully with them. It was a most fruitful combination as the quotes from those who attended testify. (Click on blog title to see more photos.)

"I am now in the 21st Century thanks to Christina. Having an android it is a little more difficult than an iPod until one gets organised. I have now learned to delete emails on the android and have seen lots of lovely embroidery designs on the computer. The atmosphere in Stratford College is very welcoming, pleasant and helpful. I am enjoying the experience as well as learning. Thanks." Celine Walsh

"I thought Log on to Learn was really beneficial. I think it helped me learn to be more patient and understanding." Christina Green

"Back for my second year. This shows that I found my first session of lessons very helpful and friendly. I am a slow learner but Emer is very patient and helpful. I may have to return for another session. I hope the school will have me back! Thanks very much to all at Stratford College for giving us all so much of your time. Kind regards." Nuala Kelly 

"No matter how old we are, we have so much to learn. I have enjoyed the course very much and it reminds me of our great grandparents who couldn't read or write. I found the students a pleasure to be with and I have learned so much. I think the whole idea of 'log on to learning' is a brilliant idea for older people. I've looked forward to every week of it." Frank Crummey

"I enjoyed my experience here and look forward to the final session in two weeks time" The tuition is excellent. Thank you for setting up this school for enthusiastic adults." Niall Kerrigan

"A very good and informative class. I knew absolutely nothing when I came. But now I feel a whizz!" Noelle Cronin

"While I have used computers all my working life, since retiring recently technology has moved on and I feel totally lost in all the new applications. I have found the past 3 weeks most enlightening. Rory has explained many of the things that have baffled me, the simple things that have prevented me from using my laptop. He has taken me at my own speed, which is great and made many of the difficulties I had clear and understandable. He would make a very fine teacher." Frances Elliot

"I appreciate the program; I am now beginning to feel that I can use a computer to some degree which is a major improvement for me. Darren has been an excellent and patient tutor, it is now up to me to put in the work over the next two weeks at home and take in my laptop for the next class."

"I enjoy learning new skills on the computer. Very patient tutor. Look forward to the next time." Tony Cannon