Tina Posted August 16, 2008 Share Posted August 16, 2008 Lessons can be taught in a classroom-style setting, or as part of a self-paced learning program. The curriculum (available in 21 languages) provides eight step-by-step courses teaching skills in the following disciplines. Computer Literacy: * Computer Fundamentals. Provides a solid foundation in basic computer concepts and the essentials of hardware, software, operating systems, and the Internet. Information Literacy: * Using the Internet and World Wide Web. Covers exploring the Web using search engines, working with e-mail, and creating Web pages. * Digital Media Fundamentals. Teaches students how to get started with digital media, including music, photography, and video. Productivity Applications: * Word Processing Fundamentals. Teaches students to use a word processor to write and revise a variety of personal and business documents, from simple letters and memos to complex layouts containing graphics and tables. * Spreadsheet Fundamentals. Teaches students the basics of spreadsheet concepts and practices, including creating worksheets, editing data, building charts and graphs, and publishing spreadsheets to the Web. * Presentation Fundamentals. Covers everything students need to know about putting together persuasive electronic presentations, from creating basic slide shows to adding graphics, audio, and video for rich multimedia presentations. * Web Design Fundamentals. Takes students through the complete process of Web page design, from the basics of HTML to strategies for designing and building a complete Web site. * Database Fundamentals. Introduces students to the basics of using a relational database to create tables, forms, and reports. http://www.microsoft.com/About/CorporateCitizenship/US/CommunityInvestment/CommunityTechSkills/UPCurriculumDownloads.mspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ticklbee Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 Thanks for sharing this info Tina! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraL Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 Thank you--this looks like something our family can use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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