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On the heels of President-elect Barack Obama’s promise to make broadband access a priority, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has funded a new initiative to improve internet connections for public libraries across seven states.
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The mobile device basics materials are intended for learners who have a new Android or Apple mobile device or are considering getting one. Topics include: getting connected, learning the basic functions, common apps, and using the device safely.
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The computer basics materials are intended for learners that are new to using a PC or Mac or want to build confidence using the Windows 10 or Mac operating system. Topics include: managing applications, files, and folders, and saving/deleting files.
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The video conferencing materials are intended for learners who are interested in confidently using the popular video conferencing platform Zoom to conduct and participate in online meetings.
(provided AT&T Connected Learning course as written will run approximately 60 – 90 minutes and can be delivered virtually or in-person)
The email basics materials are intended for learners who are new to using email. It focuses on using Gmail, one of the most common email platforms. Topics include: creating a Gmail account, performing basic email functions such as sending, receiving, replying, organizing, deleting, and searching emails, and how to recognize suspicious communication.
(provided AT&T Connected Learning course as written will run approximately 60 – 90 minutes and can be delivered virtually or in-person)
The cybersecurity materials are intended for learners who are interested in internet safety and want to protect themselves from cyber criminals. Topics include: safely visiting websites, identifying suspicious communication, and creating long and strong passwords.
(provided AT&T Connected Learning course as written will run approximately 60 – 90 minutes and can be delivered virtually or in-person)
The internet basics materials are intended for learners that are new to the internet and want to build confidence in finding information online and navigating websites. Topics include: web browsers, search engines, internet navigation, and tips/tricks for basic and advanced online searches.