Lesson 1: The Mouse, the Keyboard, and the Desktop



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Basic Computer Skills: Lesson 1

The Mouse, the Keyboard, and the Desktop

Course Description


Lesson 1: The Mouse, the Keyboard, and the Desktop This session is designed to cover the very basics of computer use to an audience who has never or rarely used computers. It is important for instructors to focus on repetition of both basic vocabulary and skills. Additionally, giving individuals confidence and encouragement to continue using computers beyond this class is the goal of this lesson.

Learner Objectives


After completing this class, the student will be able to:


  • Understand how computers impact their daily life. that computers are part of everyday life and the need to use them will be more commonplace

  • Identify major components of a computer (monitor, keyboard, mouse, CPU)

  • Understand the basics about how computers work

  • Differentiate between hardware & software

  • Turn a computer on

  • Identify the desktop

  • Use & understand different mouse functions

  • Understand basics of “Windows”

  • Use the start menu

  • Use the task bar

  • Manage “Windows”

  • Differentiate between logging off and shutting down a computer

Handouts


Handouts for the Basic Computer Skills class are from the Community Workshop Series at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Libraries (Carrboro Cybrary, Chapel Hill Public Library, and Durham County Public Library). These handouts are updated on a regular basis and are available for download at:
http://www.lib.unc.edu/cws/handouts/Computer_Basics.pdf

Skills List


The skills list for this module is based on the Basic Computer Handouts and lessons from

http://www.gcflearnfree.org/computerbasics.



Task

Completed

Understanding Computer Basics

Pre

Post

I understand the two basic parts of the computer







I understand the operating system and what it does







I know what an application is and some common applications to use for the things I want to do (word processing, web, games, etc.)







I know what is meant by “cloud” computing and web applications







Mastering the Mouse

Pre

Post

I can move the mouse around on the screen.







I can drag and drop an icon into the trash







I can double-click to open a program or document.







I can move an icon around on my desktop.







I can “right-click” with my mouse to bring up a menu







Keyboard Components

Pre

Post

I know what the Control, Shift and Function Keys do







I know what the Escape key does







I know the functions of the alphanumeric keys







I know the function of the cursor control keys (arrows, delete, page,)







I know what the Enter Key is used for







Desktop Basics

Pre

Post

I can turn on the computer







I know the Desktop Components







I know the icons in the Task Bar







I can access the Start Menu







I can add a gadget to the Windows Sidebar







I know the basic components of a computer







Start Menu (Windows 7)

Pre

Post

I open a program







I can pin a button to the task bar







I can see all programs on my computer







I can see the drives on “My Computer”







I can open the Control Panel







I can Adjust my Desktop Display







I can add a Gadget to my desktop







I can search for a program, document, or file







I can use “Help” and find an answer to my question






Teaching Guide

Lesson 1: The Very Basics—Mouse, Keyboard, and Desktop Preview


Class sign in

Sign-in Sheet

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Introductions

Instructor Intro

Student Introduction:






Schedule for our sessions. Each week we will present information and allow you to follow along and practice skills.

  • Don’t be afraid to ask questions

  • There is A LOT to learn, but don’t be intimidated—your interests and needs are different than “digital natives”; be proud that you are a life-long learner.




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