NFAR and The Microsoft Store Launch New Technology Workshop Series
NFAR and The Microsoft Store Launch New Technology Workshop Series
Good news! For the second year, we've teamed up with The Microsoft Store in Fashion Valle to offer an amazing new series of technology workshops for children with autism and their families. Even better new, it's all FREE!
Each workshop provides hands-on instruction and teaches the tools and tips your kids and you need to know in today's world of technology.
Please note that class size is limited to 10 participants per session on a first come, first serve basis, so be sure to sign up today!
Netiquette/Internet Safety
Sunday, May 18th
10:00 –11:30am
Basic skills and techniques for online communication. Hands-on practices to cultivate effective written communication. Basic tips of how to protect yourself and your loved ones on the internet
MakerBot®
Thursday, May 29th
6:30 – 8:00 pm
(Teens/ young adults)
Discover the world of 3D printing with MakerBot®, the leader in the desktop 3D printing industry. You will learn about the many uses of 3D printing, a brief history and terminology, then come away with ideas on how it can apply to your creative and business worlds. With demonstrations and hands-on explorations, you will discover the "Three Ways to Make." This workshop is intended for all who are curious about 3D printing.
Digital Movie Madness
Sunday, June 22nd
10 – 11:30 am
Unleash your creativity and take on the world of movie making! Become your own producer, director, animator, and designer. Choose a background scene, write a narrative for your story, develop characters, add filters, transitions, music, titles, and ending credits. Then get ready to share your masterpiece and impress your family and friends.
Game Masters
Sat and Sun 9 – 10am
Jul 12, 13 and 19, 20 (4 session series)
Become the master of your own gaming world. Learn how to program, design, and produce your own video games and then share them with friends. Get the satisfaction of creating, programming, and developing games for yourself while learning important skills that may inspire you to work with computers in the future.