Week 1: Introduction to Computers (Days 1–5)
Day 1: What is a Computer?
Definition and types of computers (Desktop, Laptop, Tablet)
Basic components: CPU, monitor, keyboard, mouse
Day 2: Turning On and Off a Computer
Powering up and shutting down a computer properly
Understanding the importance of saving work
Day 3: Understanding the Desktop Environment
Icons, taskbar, start menu
Files and folders
Day 4: Keyboard Basics
Introduction to keys (letters, numbers, special characters)
Typing practice and shortcuts (e.g., Ctrl+C, Ctrl+V)
Day 5: Mouse Skills
Clicking, double-clicking, right-clicking, scrolling
Drag and drop
Week 2: Basic Operations (Days 6–10)
Day 6: Understanding the Operating System
What is an operating system? (Introduction to Windows)
Logging in, navigating the desktop
Day 7: Basic Windows Operations
Opening and closing applications
Task Manager, minimizing/maximizing windows
Day 8: Introduction to File Management
Creating, renaming, deleting files and folders
File extensions (e.g., .docx, .jpg)
Day 9: File Storage and Organization
Understanding storage locations (e.g., desktop, documents)
External storage devices (USB drives)
Day 10: Basic Troubleshooting
What to do if a program freezes
Restarting and safe shutdowns
Week 3: Introduction to Office Software (Days 11–15)
Day 11: Introduction to Word Processing (Microsoft Word/Google Docs)
Opening a new document
Typing, editing text
Day 12: Basic Formatting in Word Processing
Font styles, sizes, colors, alignment
Bold, italic, underline, bullet points
Day 13: Saving and Printing Documents
Save, Save As, file formats (PDF, DOC)
Connecting to a printer and printing documents
Day 14: Introduction to Spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets)
Rows, columns, and cells
Entering data
Day 15: Basic Calculations in Spreadsheets
Simple formulas (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
Formatting cells
Week 4: Internet and Email (Days 16–20)
Day 16: Introduction to the Internet
What is the internet?
Opening a browser (Chrome, Edge)
Day 17: Navigating the Web
Web addresses (URLs), using search engines
Safe browsing tips
Day 18: Introduction to Email (Gmail/Outlook)
Creating an email account
Sending and receiving emails
Day 19: Attaching Files to Emails
Uploading and downloading attachments
Sending pictures and documents
Day 20: Basic Internet Security
Understanding viruses, phishing, and scams
Using antivirus software
Week 5: Advanced Office Software (Days 21–25)
Day 21: Advanced Word Processing
Tables, headers/footers, page breaks
Day 22: Working with Templates in Word Processing
Using document templates for resumes, letters
Day 23: Advanced Spreadsheets
Charts and graphs
Conditional formatting
Day 24: Introduction to Presentations (Microsoft PowerPoint/Google Slides)
Creating a new presentation
Adding slides and text
Day 25: Adding Multimedia to Presentations
Inserting images, videos, and audio
Transitions and animations
Week 6: File Sharing and Cloud Storage (Days 26–30)
Day 26: Introduction to Cloud Storage
What is cloud storage (Google Drive, OneDrive)?
Creating an account and uploading files
Day 27: Sharing Files through Cloud Services
Sharing documents via Google Drive/OneDrive
Managing file permissions
Day 28: Collaboration Tools
Real-time editing in Google Docs and Sheets
Sharing and collaborating on presentations
Day 29: Backup and Data Recovery
Importance of backing up data
Using cloud storage for backup
Day 30: Synchronizing Devices
Syncing files between computer and mobile devices
Using cloud storage apps on phones
Week 7: Introduction to Graphic Design and Media
(Days 31–35)
Day 31: Introduction to Basic Graphic Design (Canva/Paint)
Drawing shapes, adding text, resizing images
Day 32: Working with Images
Resizing, cropping, and adjusting photos
Day 33: Basic Video Editing
Introduction to simple video editors (e.g., Windows Video Editor)
Cutting, adding music, and exporting videos
Day 34: Creating Posters and Flyers
Designing simple posters using templates
Day 35: Introduction to Social Media (Optional)
Overview of Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter
Posting and managing social accounts
Week 8: Basic Programming and Final Projects (Days
36–40)
Day 36: Introduction to Programming (Optional)
What is coding? Basic concepts
Introduction to Scratch or simple HTML
Day 37: Hands-on Programming Activity
Creating simple animations in Scratch or basic HTML web pages
Day 38: Final Project Introduction
Students choose to create a Word document, presentation, or spreadsheet as a final project
Day 39: Final Project Work
Students work on their final projects with instructor guidance
Day 40: Project Presentations and Course Review
Students present their projects to the class
Final course review and Q&A
This outline is designed to provide a structured yet flexible learning path, allowing
your students to gain confidence with computers from the very basics to more
advanced skills.
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