Making connections count with technology
A natural teacher and a cancer survivor, Tom Weaver is meeting needs for adults learning technology skills and cancer patients who need a pick-me-up.
Making smart phones and tablets more kind and friendly
"I no longer have to rely on my reading glasses to see text messages on my new phone," says Kathy Eckrich, who got help by taking a Connections class, “Better Seeing and Better Hearing with Smart Phone and Tablets."
Staying connected on Mother’s Day and all year through
Forget email--Ernestine Mathis has moved on to Skype, Gmail chat and more
American adults still unfamiliar with online learning options
Online learning options have grown dramatically in the past decade, but this Pew Research poll shows that American adults are still largely in the dark about Internet learning
Got a tech question? Ask a techie.
Jim is a "techie" and he knows it. He loves guiding new technology users in a one-on-one way through the Connections Ask a Techie program.
Looking for and keeping a job at any age
Older workers need to understand and embrace a new language--the language of technology--to be successful in today’s job market. Oasis Connections can help.
With technology and gratitude, Suzanne Tobin navigates life with disabilities
Writer Suzanne Tobin describes how technology and the Americans With Disabilities Act have shaped her “new normal.”
Removing the language barrier translates to success with technology
Learning to use the computer has impacted every aspect of life for Laura Moreno, who has brought herself up to speed by taking Oasis Connections classes at the Grauwyler Park Library in Dallas, TX. She is thrilled that so many others in her Spanish-speaking community can turn to Oasis for technology training.
Developing computer skills: a bonding experience
For Oasis blogger Julie Blow, technology has turned into a great way to build a relationship with her grandchild. And it all started with Skype and a kiss.
Celebrating a 50th college reunion with a memorable keepsake
When Julie Blow volunteered to create a memory book for her 50th reunion memory book she beefed up her skills in research, visual design and applications to tell the story of her classmates.