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Class 1 – Absolute Basics
This course will teach you the absolute essentials of using your device, whether it is a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone.
You will learn:
The difference between a desktop, laptop, tablet and smartphone
The location and name of key parts of your technology including the screen, mouse, trackpad, touch screen, speakers, power button, charging port
The meaning of connectivity terms including wifi, bluetooth, NBN, router, SD card, USB, the cloud and sharing
BeConnected Course Links
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Desktop Worksheet
Download the worksheet for Laptop users
Laptop Worksheet
Download the worksheet for Laptop users
Device Worksheet
Download the worksheet for tablet or smartphone users
Connectivity Worksheet
Download the worksheet for connectivity terms
Class 2 – Getting to know your device
This course will teach you the basic functions of a keyboard, a mouse and a computer, including how to change settings and manage your files.
You will learn:
A variety of computer related terms, bundled into the Computer Glossary
The function of certain buttons on the keyboard including Caps Lock, Space Bar, Enter or Return, Tab, Shift, Delete
How files are saved on a computer inside folders
BeConnected Course Links
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Computer Glossary Booklet
Download the computer glossary booklet with associated activities
Best printed in a A5 booklet
Class 3 – Getting started online
Navigating the online world can be a little tricky at first, but this course will teach you some essential skills to getting started online.
You will learn:
What key online terms mean including website, webpage, web browser, cookies, search engine, web link
The parts of a web browser toolbar including back, refresh, favourites, search, settings, bookmarks bar and tabs
How to be safe online by using your instincts
BeConnected Course Links
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Getting Started Online Worksheet
Download the worksheet for getting started online
Class 4 – Online Hobbies
This topic has courses on some of the fun hobbies you can do online.
You will learn:
How to explore your family history online
How to use Google Earth to visit places around the world
How Google Arts and Culture can show you galleries from around the world
What a blog is and how you can make a free one
BeConnected Course Links
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Online Hobbies Worksheet
Download the worksheet for online hobbies
Family History Links
Click here to find a variety of family history tools
Class 5 – Digital Entertainment
This topic has courses on entertaining things you can do online or off.
You will learn:
Digital camera terminology including optical zoom, digital zoom, megapixels and SD cards
How the buttons on a digital camera work
How to transfer photos from your camera to your computer
How to access catch up television using apps such as iView, SBS On Demand, 9Now, 10Play, 7Plus, FreeView, Kanopy and YouTube
How to stream music using apps like Apple Music, Spotify and Freegal
How to listen to podcasts using apps like Podcasts and Radio Public
How to have a basic understanding of data usage to make sure you have the right internet plan
BeConnected Course Links
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Digital Entertainment Worksheet
Download the worksheet for digital entertainment
Class 6 – Video Calls
This topic explores video calling from what you need, how to get setup and making your first call!
You will learn:
What you need to make a video call, including camera, microphone, speakers, tablet or smartphone
What apps you can use to make video calls including FaceTime, Skype, WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger
How much data popular apps use to make video calls
BeConnected Course Links
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Video Calls Worksheet
Download the worksheet for video calling
How to: FaceTime
Click through to learn how to use FaceTime
How to: Skype
Click through to learn how to use Skype
How to: WhatsApp
Click through to learn how to use WhatsApp
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Looking for a facilitator?
Jess Jones brings the course content to life with engaging stories, interesting facts and hands-on activities. She is available to run just one of the above courses, a selection of your favourites or the whole thing in the Newcastle, Hunter and Lake Macquarie area.
Jess Jones