Digital skills for deaf people: express your hobbies and interests via Instagram (mixed levels)
Time: 10:00 - 13:00
Location: Online
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
This course has now finished
Course Code: YC003
Duration: 10 sessions (over 11 weeks)
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What is the course about?
This course will help you to set up a new profile on Instagram and you will be able to share and express your hobbies and interests to friends, family and the wider world.
This is a live online course. You will need:
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone if you don't have a computer.
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.
What will we cover?
Identifying how Instagram differs from Facebook
Creating a new profile on Instagram
Uploading photos
Editing and sharing photos
Making connections
Maintaining your privacy on Instragram.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
Identify how Instagram differs from Facebook
Create a new profile on Instagram
Upload photos
Edit and share photos
Make connections
Maintain your privacy on Instagram.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
To find out your level of skills, you will need to complete the initial assessment & the interview before enrolling. To book the assessment & the interview, please contact: e-mail: universal.skills@citylit.ac.uk; phone (sms): 07307 810118; phone (voice): 02074922511.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Presentations will be made using computer, interactive whiteboard, overhead screen and printed notes. Step-by-step instruction, with demonstrations where appropriate, will help you grasp the concepts. Classes are taught in British Sign Language, and written English.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Please bring a folder, pens, paper and your mobile phone.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Your attendance and punctuality is expected to be at 85% or above. At the end of this course, your course tutor will review your learning progress including your attendance/punctuality and will advise accordingly.
