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About Internet for
Beginners -- Master the Basics (English)
An introduction to World Wide Web fundamentals including how the Web
works, navigating the Web, hyperlinks, URLs, browsers, plug-ins, and
more. (12/11/02)
About Internet
for Beginners -- Master the Basics (Spanish)
An introduction in Spanish to World Wide Web fundamentals including how
the Web works, navigating the Web, hyperlinks, URLs, browsers, plug-ins,
and more. (12/11/02)
The
Basics
This section of The Basics offers advice and exercises
that will help adult education students learn how
to use the World Wide Web. In addition, there are
links to sections of the site that post student writings
as well as information about the GED. (4/3/02)
The
BayCon Group Microsoft Word Tutorial
An online comprehensive
tutorial that provides help in the use of Microsoft
Word with seven lessons in all the basic features
of the program. (4/3/02)
Choose
the Best Search for Your Information Need
This site graphically explains search strategies for
the information needed from the Internet. A tutorial
on search strategies is linked to this site. (4/3/02)
First
Find Info
Firstfind.info is a collection of web sites in plain and simple English
that covers a wide range of topics. Once you've entered the
firstfind.info library, go to the Computers and Technology link to
learn how computers work, how to use the Internet, how to use software,
and more. (3/18/03)
GCF Global
Learning
This free online service provides career and computer training with
self-paced courses and instructor-supported classes. Computer, Internet,
email basics, as well as career planning are among the courses included
in this site. This site has an extensive list of free online
courses. (9/4/02)
Getting
Started: Selecting a Tool for Your Search
This site offers general guidelines to get you started as you search for
information on the web. Query types are organized into clusters based on
search tools that support them. (9/12/02)
The
Help Web: A Guide to Getting Started on the Internet
This guide is intended to help people who are getting started on learning the
Internet. It covers the use of email, searching on the Internet, setting up a
web site, participating in newsgroups, and the safe use of computers for
children. (9/12/02)
The
Learning Edge
The Learning Edge is an online interactive newspaper for adult literacy
students. It has articles and quizzes for students at various levels. (9/24/02)
net.TUTOR: About Web Browsers
The About Web Browsers tutorial covers the following topics: setting up browser display options,
communication and advanced options, browser security, browser add-ons, and managing web
information. (8/19/03)
net.TUTOR: Getting Started on the Web
The Getting Started on the Web tutorial covers the following topics: web vocabulary,
hyperlinks, entering URLs, anatomy of a web browser, etc. (8/19/03)
net.TUTOR: Searching 101
The Searching 101 tutorial covers: identifying key concepts and search terms, building keyword
searches, screening search results, and refining your search. It provides examples for how to
narrow or broaden your search and includes activities and quizzes. (8/19/03)
net.TUTOR: Using Web Search Tools
The Using Web Search tools tutorial covers how to effectively browse search engines, web
directories and specialized online databases. It includes information about using the plus
and minus signs and quotation marks in searches. Also included are activities and quizzes. (8/19/03)
New
User Tutorial
An online basic tutorial designed to help those who
have never used a computer. It concentrates on using
the mouse and other basic skills. (4/3/02)
PBS
Literacy Link
An online multimedia instructional series featuring
the skills and knowledge needed to prepare for and
pass the newly revised GED exam. Requires registration. (4/3/02)
TechTrain:
Microsoft Access - Database
Tech Train's online tutorials offer an easy-to-follow, step-by-step approach.
The Microsoft Access tutorial covers: database creation, query and mail merge. (7/28/03)
TechTrain:
Microsoft PowerPoint 2000
Tech Train's online tutorials offer an easy-to-follow, step-by-step approach.
The Microsoft PowerPoint tutorial covers: creating, saving and printing slides,
using spell check, changing fonts, adding clip art, transitions, animations and
charts. (7/28/03)
TechTrain:
Overview of Microsoft Excel
Tech Train's online tutorials offer an easy-to-follow, step-by-step approach.
The Microsoft Excel tutorial covers: creating, saving and printing spreadsheets,
formatting a worksheet, formulas, functions, charts, graphs, sorting data, and
clip art. (7/28/03)
TV411
Online
TV411 Online features interactive lessons and articles addressing themes
of money, parenting, people, and health. Lessons improve reading,
writing, vocabulary, math, and learning skills. In addition the site has
a bulletin board to provide users with personalized support and a forum
to share their writing and ideas. (3/18/03)
Webmonkey
for Kids
This is a hands-on instructional tool for building
a web site, making projects, and playing games. It
includes a planning guide for use with children. (4/3/02)
WebQuests for Adult Learners
These WebQuests for Adult Learners are online activities which include: an introduction,
a set of jobs or tasks, a step-by-step guide, a page that tells you and your teacher how you
will be evaluated, a set of vocabulary activities and extra activities you can do with your
own children. WebQuests include: How to Find a Good Job, Eating Right for a Healthier Life
and Managing Your Money. A Teacher Page is included with each WebQuest that explains ways to
teach using the materials. WebQuests also include links to appropriate CASAS, EFF and SCANS
competencies. (5/25/2004)
Welcome
to Mousercise
Instructional exercise on how to use a mouse for beginning
computer users. (4/3/02)
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