Senior Citizen Technical Learning Made Easy! "assisted living learning comp

Title: Internet Basics for: Navigating the Online World

Course Description:

This course is tailored to help learn the fundamentals of using the internet. Participants will be introduced to essential online skills, such as browsing the web, using email, and understanding online safety. The curriculum will be supplemented with easy-to-follow reference materials and resources to provide ongoing support and guidance.

Duration: 4 weeks (2 sessions per week, 1.5 hours per session)

Week 1: Introduction to the Internet and Web Browsers

1.1 Understanding the internet and its components

1.2 Connecting to the internet

1.3 Introduction to web browsers

1.4 Navigating websites

1.5 Creating and managing bookmarks

Reference: Understanding the Internet

Week 2: Effective Web Browsing and Searching

2.1 Using search engines

2.2 Evaluating search results

2.3 Tips for effective web searches

2.4 Understanding and using URLs

2.5 Saving and downloading files from the internet

Week 3: Introduction to Email

3.1 Understanding email and its uses

3.2 Setting up an email account

3.3 Composing, sending, and receiving emails

3.4 Organizing and managing your inbox

3.5 Identifying and avoiding email scams

Week 4: Online Safety and Privacy

4.1 Understanding online privacy and security

4.2 Creating strong passwords

4.3 Identifying and avoiding online scams and phishing attacks

4.4 Using antivirus and firewall software

4.5 Tips for safe online shopping and banking "assisted living learning computers" "55+ community technology learning" "senior citizen technology training" North Andover