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Louis Carrier

Sharing his love of technology, teaching, and design has powered Louis Carrier’s career. He is passionate about helping Mainers gain access to digital resources and once climbed a water tower on North Haven to show internet service providers they could bring wireless internet to the island from their towers on the mainland – which they did.

While growing up in Auburn, ME Louis first learned to speak French from his Canadian family, who still spoke it at home. After starting out as an architect, he and his wife Silvia changed course and moved to North Haven when Silvia was hired as a teacher. Louis set up the first Mac Lab at the school, and took on the role of Technology Coordinator and math teacher for the school district- positions he held for 27 years.

As a teacher, Louis focuses on helping students understand the practical applications of technology in everyday life.  “I believe the best way of learning is by doing,” he says.  Last year Lois taught Google Classroom to other teachers and used it with students when he was away for several weeks.  This meant that North Haven was able to pivot seamlessly to online education during the COVID-19 pandemic.

After retiring from teaching, Louis heard from the Island Institute that digital literacy instructors were needed at the National Digital Equity Center.  He now teaches all of the online classes on Apple/Mac OS products such as Iphones/Ipads and Apple Mac computers.  He is also developing new classes for parents & teachers to help them use Google Classroom for the coming school year. Before NDEC moved all classes to an online format due to the pandemic, Louis taught classes in Waldo, Knox, and parts of Sagadahoc County.

In his free time Louis helps Silvia grow “honey berries,” which are similar to blueberries, but elongated and even more flavorful, he says.  He loves all things Italian and is learning the language using the free app DuoLingo.  This has come in handy for his yearly trips to Italy where he and Silvia own a home.

Louis Carrier

Upcoming Classes taught by Louis Carrier

October Tue 31
This is a series of 3 sessions.
October 31 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 AM
November 1 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 AM
November 2 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 AM

Newport, ME: macOS Basics

RSU 19 Adult Education
266 Williams Rd, Newport ME
+12073683290

This course will cover the basics of how to use Apple’s operating system which works on Apple’s
popular line of laptops and desktops. This class starts with the basic functions of the MacOS
operating system and how to navigate through folders, files, and menus. Organizing, moving, and
saving files will be covered too.

Requirements for this class:

A MacOS computer connected to the internet.

Note: This class takes place on-site in Newport, ME at RSU 19 Adult Education.
Reserve Your Spot 6 spaces left.
October Tue 31
October 31 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 AM

macOS Intermediate (Not open to the public)

This course is the extension of the MacOS Basics class. The intermediate class covers in greater detail how to customize your Mac to better suit your work and personal style. System preferences are covered in greater detail which includes the ability to create user accounts for each member of the family.
Reserve Your Spot 10 spaces left.
October Tue 31
This is a series of 3 sessions.
October 31 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 PM
November 1 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 PM
November 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 PM

Bethel, ME: iPad Intermediate

MSAD 44 Adult Education
284 Walkers Mills Rd, Bethel ME

This course builds on the skills that are acquired in the iPad/iPhone Basics class. The primary focus of the Intermediate class is the exploration of the applications that Apple provides for free as part of the iOS. Applications such as Mail, Contacts, Calendar, Messages, FaceTime, and many others will be covered.

Requirements for this class:

An iPad connected to the internet and completion of
iPad Basics or equivalent knowledge

Note: This class takes place on-site in Bethel, ME at MSAD 44 Adult Education.
Reserve Your Spot 8 spaces left.
October Tue 31
October 31 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 PM

Thorndike, ME: Using Gmail Effectively

RSU #3 Adult and Community Education
577 Mount View Road, Thorndike ME
https://rsu3.maineadulted.org/
207-568-3426

Email is a means of communicating with others, throughout the world, in a fast and efficient
manner. This class will cover the terms and techniques necessary to use email in an efficient, safe
and organized manner.

Requirements for this class:

No devices are required; just bring yourself.

Note: This class takes place on-site in Thorndike, ME at RSU #3 Adult and Community Education.
Reserve Your Spot 7 spaces left.
November Tue 7
This is a series of 3 sessions.
November 7 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 AM
November 8 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 AM
November 9 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 AM

Newport, ME: iPad Basics

RSU 19 Adult Education
266 Williams Rd, Newport ME
+12073683290

This course covers the basics of how to use Apple’s popular iPad. The class starts with the basics of
how to log on using multiple methods from passcode to touch id to face recognition technology.
Apple’s iCloud service will be discussed, including how it will help secure your data and allow your
data to be used across multiple Apple devices. The App Store will be covered to find additional
applications that may meet your varied interest and needs.

Requirements for this class:

An iPad connected to the internet.

Note: This class takes place on-site in Newport, ME at RSU 19 Adult Education.
Reserve Your Spot 1 space left.
November Tue 7
This is a series of 3 sessions.
November 7 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 AM
November 8 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 AM
November 9 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 AM

macOS Basics (Not open to the public)

This course will cover the basics of how to use Apple’s operating system which works on Apple’s
popular line of laptops and desktops. This class starts with the basic functions of the MacOS
operating system and how to navigate through folders, files, and menus. Organizing, moving, and
saving files will be covered too.
Reserve Your Spot 10 spaces left.
November Tue 7
This is a series of 3 sessions.
November 7 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 PM
November 8 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 PM
November 9 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 PM

York, ME: iPad Basics

York Adult Education
30 Organug Rd, York ME
https://york.maineadulted.org/
207.363.7922

This course covers the basics of how to use Apple’s popular iPad. The class starts with the basics of
how to log on using multiple methods from passcode to touch id to face recognition technology.
Apple’s iCloud service will be discussed, including how it will help secure your data and allow your
data to be used across multiple Apple devices. The App Store will be covered to find additional
applications that may meet your varied interest and needs.

Requirements for this class:

An iPad connected to the internet.

Note: This class takes place on-site in York, ME at York Adult Education.
Reserve Your Spot 9 spaces left.
November Tue 14
This is a series of 3 sessions.
November 14 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 AM
November 15 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 AM
November 16 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 AM

Sullivan, ME: iPad Intermediate

RSU 24 Adult Education
1888 US Highway 1, Sullivan ME
https://www.rsu24.org/
207-422-4794

This course builds on the skills that are acquired in the iPad/iPhone Basics class. The primary focus of the Intermediate class is the exploration of the applications that Apple provides for free as part of the iOS. Applications such as Mail, Contacts, Calendar, Messages, FaceTime, and many others will be covered.

Requirements for this class:

An iPad connected to the internet and completion of
iPad Basics or equivalent knowledge

Note: This class takes place on-site in Sullivan, ME at RSU 24 Adult Education.
Reserve Your Spot 6 spaces left.
November Tue 14
This is a series of 3 sessions.
November 14 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 AM
November 15 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 AM
November 16 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 AM

Falmouth , ME: macOS Intermediate

Falmouth Memorial Library
5 Lunt Road, Falmouth ME
https://www.falmouthmemoriallibrary.org/
2077812351

This course is the extension of the MacOS Basics class. The intermediate class covers in greater detail how to customize your Mac to better suit your work and personal style. System preferences are covered in greater detail which includes the ability to create user accounts for each member of the family.

Requirements for this class:

A MacOS computer connected to the internet and completion of MAC OS Basics or equivalent knowledge

Note: This class takes place on-site in Falmouth , ME at Falmouth Memorial Library.
Reserve Your Spot 4 spaces left.
November Tue 14
This is a series of 3 sessions.
November 14 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 PM
November 15 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 PM
November 16 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 PM

York, ME: iPad Intermediate

York Adult Education
30 Organug Rd, York ME
https://york.maineadulted.org/
207.363.7922

This course builds on the skills that are acquired in the iPad/iPhone Basics class. The primary focus of the Intermediate class is the exploration of the applications that Apple provides for free as part of the iOS. Applications such as Mail, Contacts, Calendar, Messages, FaceTime, and many others will be covered.

Requirements for this class:

An iPad connected to the internet and completion of
iPad Basics or equivalent knowledge

Note: This class takes place on-site in York, ME at York Adult Education.
Reserve Your Spot 8 spaces left.