It has been an incredible learning experience being a part of the Encore computer class. This class has met the skill levels from true beginners to those with mid-level abilities. Being self-paced has allowed us to proceed through the skills with a minimum amount of frustration. The end of the units’ completion certificates were very effective ways to reward our efforts and success.
I was very impressed with how well you taught this class. You were very clear in your instructions. You frequently went out of your way to provide extra, valuable lessons in other related topics such as useful websites and email basics. Most important and most helpful to me was how approachable you always were whenever we needed advice on whatever lesson we were doing.
In this day of computer driven everything, it is a true gift to the senior population of Ventura County. We not only have an opportunity to learn or update our computer skills, but if necessary, have gained some valuable skills to re-introduce us into the work force.
I am very grateful for the opportunity to have taken this course. Thank you, Kari, for a job well done!!
Pat Chaney, Encore Graduate
Kari is a great teacher - always positive, helpful and encouraging. Now I am losing my techno-phobia!
-Sue Newton, Current Encore Student
"Before I took the Encore class I wasn’t confident with my computer skills. Now thanks to Kari I have learned there is so much more to do with computers.
I will be taking my new found skills to VACE to take Administrative Assistant class and will be learning a lot more to take to my new career"
-Joann Hogue, Encore Graduate
“Thank you for a great learning experience. It was a great confidence booster!"
Cabasug is an excellent example of a person who had minimal job skills, describing herself as a “domestic engineer” of a military family.
-Paige Cabasug, Encore Graduate
"I never wanted an email but now I have learned how to send videos, pictures, job resumes and cover letters. It has helped me to see life and technology in a different way and has helped me to go look for work with a lot more confidence"
-Starla Binger, Current Encore Student
"The Encore program has brought my tech skills up to date. Mastering Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint 2010 was invaluable.
Kari Payan's lectures on how to create an E-mail account, download a photo from the Internet and Email it were excellent."
-Ruth Elwood, Current Encore Student
"Yay for Encore!! I have learned so much. I would recommend this class to everyone. Kari is such a great teacher, especially with everyone working at their own speed"
-Jeanette LeBlanc, Current Encore Student