Level 1 Computer Skills

This is an introduction to **Computer Skills **for teenagers and adults with additional educational needs. It is a full course and includes student worksheets, teaching slides and extras.

The resource is intended to introduce students to basic computer skills, including:

• Parts of a computer, e.g. monitor, keyboard, mouse, printer, computer tower, etc.
• Using a computer
• Using software, e.g., Microsoft Word, Windows Media Player
• Logging onto the Internet
• Using Google Search
• Computer safety

These worksheets are designed to cover the following learning outcomes:
(CS1) Identify significant components parts of a computer, e.g. mouse, monitor, keyboard, printer
(CS2) Use a mouse/joystick/input device for simple functions, e.g. to click, double click, click and drag, use different pointer shapes
(CS3) Use a software package, e.g. a game, educational/personal software
(CS4) Enter short text/graphics with appropriate input device
(CS5) Name possible uses for selected software package

Topics include:

• Some features of the keyboard
• Types of software and their uses
• Switching the computer on and shutting it down
• Using the mouse
• The desktop
• Opening and closing a word processing program
• Opening and editing a document (basic)
• Printing a document
• Browsing the Internet

Can this resource be used online?
Yes, it is a digital resource. If you have purchased this resource and would like to use it for online teaching, you have permission to do so. A fillable and printable version is included. Students can type in their answers online, or worksheets can be printed. Teachers can also use the resources for whole-class teaching using a projector or interactive whiteboard.

What is included?
All components are available in the zipped folder, i.e. student worksheets, teaching slides and extras…
Student Worksheets: 79 Pages
Teaching Slides: 48