Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

Internet/email: getting started

Learn how to surf the internet and email in a friendly and supportive group. Knowledge required: ability to use mouse and keyboard.

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Key course information

Dates
08/05/12 - 22/05/12

Day(s)
Tue+Wed

Duration
3 weeks

Time
14:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £115
Senior fee: £65
Concession: £45

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
CIN03

Availability
Available
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This course has started

It may still be possible to enrol. Please call 020 7831 7831 to discuss. Please note that you will have missed some of the course content and it may not be possible for the tutor to fully cover this with you.

Course outline

What is the course about?

Through simple, step-by-step instructions, this course is a chance to become more confident with your use of the internet and e-mail.

What topics will we cover?

Understanding web jargon: www, surfing, hypertext, spam etc.
E-mail
Setting up web based e-mail account.
Sending and receiving e-mail (the basics).
Forwarding and replying.
Downloading and saving attachments.
Attaching files to your messages (images and other documents).
Compiling an address book (contacts).
Deleting emails.

Web browsing
Accessing web sites and web pages and the use of web addresses and Hyper Text Links.

How to search the web
Using search engines to find specific information.
Downloading information from a web site.
Adding favourites.
Printing web pages.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Understand basic Internet terminology.
Accurately describe the composition of e-mail addresses.
Set up a web based e-mail account.
Create and send an e-mail.
Reply to an e-mail.
Forward an e-mail.
Send an e-mail with an attachment.
Download and save attachment.
Print an e-mail.
Delete unwanted e-mails.
Save contact(s) into an address book.
Navigate the web via hyperlinks and toolbar navigation buttons (forward, backward, home).
Accurately describe the composition of web addresses.
Use web addresses to access web sites.
Become familiar with the basic functions of web search tools.
Complete and submit a web based form.
Add a web page to favourites.
Print web pages.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is for complete beginners to using the Internet and email, but you should have some prior experience of using a computer or possibly have completed a beginners computing course. You should be able to follow spoken instructions, read written instructions and information, and discuss work with your tutor.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Each student has their own computer.
Presentations will be made using computers, whiteboard, overhead screen and printed notes.
Step by step instruction, with demonstrations where appropriate, will help you grasp the concepts.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2515

computing@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

Tuesday 17.30 - 18.30; Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30

You do not need to book an appointment, just come along on the days and at the times listed.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
08/05/12 to 22/05/12	Tue+Wed	14:00 - 17:00	3 weeks	£115	£65	£45	CIN03	Started	» Select
04/10/11 to 18/10/11	Tue+Wed	14:00 - 17:00	3 weeks	£115	£65	£45	CIN01	Finished	» Select
31/01/12 to 14/02/12	Tue+Wed	14:00 - 17:00	3 weeks	£115	£65	£45	CIN02	Finished	» Select

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