ECCONY ACADEMY PROGRAM

Digital Independence & Introduction to AI

Build basic digital confidence, recognize common risks, and complete simple online and AI-assisted tasks.

Next sessionAugust 4, 2026 at 6:30 PM ET

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Program at a Glance

Next session: August 4, 2026 at 6:30 PM ET
Duration: 2 hours per session
Number of sessions: 1 session
Total instructional hours: 2 hours
Format: In person + live online
Languages: English and Spanish
Price: $17.99
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What You Will Learn

Internet and browser basics
Password and scam awareness
Basic AI instructions
Safe information checking
Everyday digital tasks

Practical takeaways

What You Will Leave With

Build basic digital confidence, recognize common risks, and complete simple online and AI-assisted tasks.
Internet and browser basics
Password and scam awareness
Basic AI instructions
Safe information checking

Instructor authority

Joel Villacis

Digital Confidence and Beginner AI Instructor

Joel Villacis has spent more than 20 years helping Queens small businesses understand and use practical technology. His teaching makes digital tools less intimidating and connects each concept to real daily needs.

Who is this program for?

Adults feel excluded by technology, fear scams, and do not know how to begin using AI safely.

Where are in-person classes held?

Published in-person sessions are held at ECCONY, 101-14 Astoria Boulevard, East Elmhurst, New York 11369.