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Basic Computer Skills

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If you are new to computers, then this section is for you. If you are instead looking for training resources to help assist your patrons with computer literacy, then check out the Patron Training section.

Then browse the documents in the Using the Internet section, such as

Web Site Evaluation, which helps you determine whether a website is legitimate, and
Silver Surfing the Sunset Years, which describes a electronic literacy program for seniors.

The Office Applications section covers Microsoft Office and its applications such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Do you know what computer skills you need? Technology Competencies for Public Access Computing (PDF file) defines the basic skills, knowledge, and behaviors needed to keep your public computing program humming.The Patron Assistance section covers most of the foundational skills for any computer user, whether public or personal.

Most recently posted documents:

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Type	Title	Posted By
	Selected Curriculum for Computer Classes Links to computer class lesson plans and materials for teaching classes on basic computer skills.	Mary Ann Van Cura
	Silver Surfing the Sunset Years: electronic literacy classes for seniors Describes the metamorphosis of the Silver Surfers classes that Fort Collins Regional Library District developed for seniors, with details about the Internet class.	Pamm Clements
doc	Subject-Specific Classes A list of topic suggestions that can be used as incentives for learners to explore the Internet and build computer skills.	WebJunction Central
pdf	Poster: Never Used a Mouse A mouse tutorial for new computer users.	WebJunction Central
doc	Computer Comfort Class Instructor Guide An instructor guide for teaching a basic Introduction to Computers class. The guide is in English and is accompanied by a Spanish version for class attendees.	WebJunction Central

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