COMPUTERS - WINDOWS 8 BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP

You will be introduced to the mouse, the keyboard and the touchscreen environment (where applicable), and how to use the computer.
You will be shown how to use the Windows 8 Start Screen and how to move around the screen with confidence.
You will use the Charms menu and the snap functions
You will surf the Internet using Internet Explorer version 10, test some search engines and look at specific sites of interest including local area information, shopping and research.
You will use some of the software that comes with Windows 8, for example the word processor.

The content and outcomes of the course will be discussed with you and may be adapted to meet your needs and those of the group. By the end of the course you should be able to:
Use a mouse and keyboard to confidently use a Windows 8 computer
Understand the touchscreen capability
Use that Start Screen
Use the Charms
Create a simple document and use some of the word processing tools
Switch between applications
Logout and shut down

Who is the course for?

This is an Entry-level course specifically for people who have not used a computer before or who have very limited experience of using computers with Windows 8 on.

What is your approach?

There will be demonstrations and explanations, followed by time for you to practise all the new techniques you are being shown.

You will have an opportunity to maintain an Individual Learning Plan and your tutor will discuss your progress and achievement with you throughout the course.

What can I do next?

You may wish to consider the Windows 8 – Beyond the Basics course. This course is designed to be a follow on course to the Windows 8 Learn to love your computer/laptop and aims to increase your knowledge and confidence when using Windows 8.
If you would like more information about progression opportunities, please speak to your tutor or other member of staff.
Further information about career opportunities can be found by visiting https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
For this course the computers will be using Windows 8 operating system.
If it is important for you to be using a particular version of software on your computer you must check with the centre at the time of booking your course, that the version you wish to learn is used on the course you are joining.
Use of removable Computer media
A number of Adult Education courses make use of computers and they allow for the use of removable media either provided as part of the course or brought in by students or tutors. This

What will I need?

You will need to bring a pen, notepad and your laptop.
Please bring your Laptop to all sessions with a fully charged battery.
Are there any other costs?
None