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Lesson

Rev. 11/16
Plan
Computers for Beginners

I. Introductions

II. Class Learning Objectives

By the end of this class, you will be able to:


1. Identify the basic parts of a computer.
2. Define hardware & software.
3. Minimize, maximize, restore and close windows.
4. Use a mouse confidently.

III. Types of Computers

Netbook Laptop Tablets Desktop


Computer

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IV. Parts of the Computer

V. Using a Mouse

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VI. Using Microsoft Windows

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VII. Wrap Up

a. Practice, Practice, Practice!

To succeed in our other computer classes, it’s important to feel comfortable and
confident using a computer, mouse, and keyboard. Below are recommended
resources for practicing your skills before signing up for another computer class.

Using a Mouse: Gain confidence in your mousing skills by practicing on your


own using any of the following websites. If you are using a Library computer to
practice, please ask staff if you need assistance getting started.

 http://pbclibrary.com/mousing

 http://seniornet.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1048:
mouse-exercises-seniornetorg&catid=49:helpcategory

 http://mouseprogram.com/words.html

Opening and Closing Programs

1. Log in to a Library computer

2. Double-click on any of the icons on the desktop. A new program will open.

3. Close it by clicking the X in the top right-hand corner.

4. Open and close four different programs to practice this skills.

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Minimizing and Maximizing Windows

1. Log in to a Library computer

2. Double-click on any of the icons on the desktop. A new program will open.

3. Minimize the window by clicking on the first of


three buttons in the top right-hand corner that
looks like a minus symbol.

4. Look at your taskbar (along the bottom of the screen). There will be an icon
for the program you just opened. Click on it to bring the program back to
the screen.

5. Click on the middle button in the top-right hand


corner, which looks like a box. What does it do?
Click on it one more time. What does it do now?

Learn more about computer hardware and software

1. Log in to a Library computer

2. Double-click the Google Chrome icon on the desktop and, after it opens,
left-click in the address bar at the top of the screen (it will say
vbpl/electres.html)

3. Type in gcflearnfree.org and push Enter on the keyboard. This will take
you to the Goodwill Community Foundation Learn Free website.

4. Click on the button that says Technology, then click on the link that says
Computer Basics. Click on the name of any of the lessons to read more
and watch videos!

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b. Other resources

 VBPL Technology Education webpage


http://www.vbgov.com/tech-ed
o Information about the VBPL Tech Help service
o Upcoming classes
o Resources for practicing and learning more on your own
o Materials for all our computer classes

 Mouse Exercises
http://www.seniornet.org/howto/mouseexercises/mousepractice.html

 Palm Beach County Library – Mousing Tutorial


http://pbclibrary.com/mousing

 Selecting Text http://mouseprogram.com/words.html

 Power Typing: QWERTY Practice


http://www.powertyping.com/qwerty/lessonsq.html

 Goodwill Community Foundation – Mouse Tutorial


http://www.gcflearnfree.org/mousetutorial

 Goodwill Community Foundation – Typing Tutorial


http://www.gcflearnfree.org/typing

 Technology Buying Guide - http://www.gcflearnfree.org/technology-buying-


guide/

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