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Computer Basics
Lesson Plans
Adults | Computer Basics | Microsoft Office Skills | SeniorsCreated by Akron-Summit County Public Library in Ohio, these lesson plans cover computer basics, MS Office, internet and more!
Easy Computer Tutorials
Adults | Computer Basics | Internet Basics | Microsoft Office Skills | SeniorsThe CAAAELII Technology Project has developed a simple-language, low-literacy computer curriculum called Active Citizens Technology In Our Neighborhoods (ACTION). The 16 computer lessons guide students from identifying basic hardware to sending attachment using their own Yahoo e-mail account. The materials have been available free to download since 2004. In that time, users report ACTION has proven helpful for seniors, ESL students (SPL 2,3,4), nursing home residents, adults with limited reading skills, at-risk youth, and others.
GCF Global Learning
Adults | Computer Basics | Microsoft Office Skills | Spanish | Workforce DevelopmentLesson Plans for Everything
Adults | Computer Basics | Internet Basics | Microsoft Office Skills | SeniorsEverything you need to offer computer classes to the public! Hibbing Public Library in Minnesota has dozens of lesson plans, including instructor information and student handouts. There are lists with additional resources, books, websites and a glossary of terms.
http://www.hibbing.mn.us/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={61849E76-E592-4734-900E-B7AE1C453B89}
Reading Horizons Literacy Program
Adults | Children | Computer Basics | Literacy & ESL | YouthReading Horizons computer software program has taught hundreds of thousands of adults, youth, and children to read. In literacy programs nationwide, even non-readers have advanced several grade levels using this interactive, multi-sensory software that deals exclusively with basic reading and word attack skills. Our products have been used successfully in thousands of elementary schools, middle schools, junior and senior high schools, community college ABE programs, workplace and community literacy locations, and adult and youth corrections programs.
SeniorNet
Computer Basics | SeniorsSeniorNet's mission is to provide older adults education for and access to computer technologies to enhance their lives and enable them to share their knowledge and wisdom.
Computers and Technology How To Guides
Computer Basics | Internet Basics | SeniorsA list of educational activities about computers and technology geared towards seniors.
A guide to using the Internet
Adults | Computer Basics | Internet Basics | Seniors | YouthA great step-by-step guide on how to use the internet.
Calgary Public Library Tutorials
Adults | Computer Basics | Internet Basics | Microsoft Office Skills | SeniorsHere are basic lessons for people learning how to use the Internet. These tutorials have been developed by Calgary Public Library and CalgaryEducation.org as part of the Connect Calgary program. There is a narrated soundtrack for learning by listening as well as text balloons to read.
Microsoft Office Tutorials
Adults | Computer Basics | Internet Basics | Microsoft Office Skills | Small Business/E-commerce | Spanish | Workforce DevelopmentIn 2004, Microsoft released the Unlimited Potential (UP) Community Learning Curriculum. CTCNet proposed to test the curriculum by working with five CTCNet members to review, edit as needed, and field-test the curriculum at their centers. The project and the CTCs produced 14 modified curricula adapted for specific populations that commonly attend centers. Two of the curricula are available in Spanish.
