Prerequisites:  This course requires Microsoft Windows.  It's perfect for new users because it introduces the basic features of the Windows operating system.

Outline:
Turning the computer on and starting Windows
Using the mouse (left and right buttons)
The Windows Desktop
    Icons
    Taskbar
    Arranging icons
Working with Windows
    Window Elements
    Minimizing and maximizing a window
    Moving and resizing a window
    Scrolling through window contents
    Closing a window
    Switching between programs and windows
Using Menus and Toolbars in Windows Programs
    File menu (new, open, save, print, & exit)
    Edit menu (undo, select all, cut, copy, & paste)
    View Menu (Arranging files, large icons, small icons, list, & details)
    Using Windows Help (Using the Search function to find specific information)
Using the Start Menu - Starting Programs
    Settings
    Find
    Help
    Documents
    Run
Working with Disks, Files, and Folders
    Exploring "My Computer"
    Understanding the icons: A drive = floppy disk drive, C drive = hard drive, 
    D = CD Rom drive, F drive = network drive
    Creating folders
    Moving folders (dragging, cut, copy, and paste)
    Renaming folders
    Deleting files (Recycle Bin)
    Viewing file detail
Working with Documents - Saving and Printing
    Using the "My Documents" folder
Customizing the Desktop
    Changing the background
    Selecting a screen saver
Shutting the Computer Down Properly

Training Options Available:   

1.  Check with your campus librarian to check out a copy of the intersession technology camp training manual.

2.  Atomic Learning tutorials from http://www.atomiclearning.com/ .

Assessment:  Computer Based Assessment (CBA):  When you feel you are ready to be assessed, contact one of the following individuals to schedule a time to take the assessment: 

Jennifer Krnavek	High School Library	361-903-6700
Connie Seago	Middle School Library	361-903-6600
Libby McGee	Intermediate School Library	361-903-6550
Trish Yaklin	Primary School Library	361-903-6500
Celia Burris	Central Office Building	361-903-6415

 

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