I use this activity when teaching adults about the internet. Students find websites, get information, get printouts, send recieve emails.

I use these activities when teaching adults Powerpoint. There is data inputting,alteration and image use. They are useful as extra resources for those that are getting well ahead or for just getting them to do the same tasks until they are comfortable.

Normally if a workbook is open, no other user can open it until it has been closed. It is possible however to share workbooks so that they can be seen and amended simultaneously by several users. This is useful for complex workbooks where different users are responsible for different areas, or data lists where changes can be entered from several sources. This activity is around this function

I use this activity when teaching adults Word Processing. There is text inputting and alteration and also using passwords and deleting files.

The Gunpowder Plot: A collection of contemporary documents (Jackdaw series;no.6) a set or facsimilie documents and fact sheets around the plot

This is a range of poetry created by an elderly lady who was kind enough to allow her work to be used as examples of text for students to manipulate. I thought it may be useful to use in an English setting.

Chalkboard Math is an old software game designed to polish the math skills of children ages 5-12 with colourful animation that makes learning fun. There's a mouse loose in the classroom that will delight children and there are 5 different levels to help monitor progress. The programme tracks correct answers and features a roll of honour. This is downloadable to play on a lap top or PC

This Excel Task provides a structured exercise for students to practice their spreadsheet skills using a real-world scenario from The Retired Greyhound Trust. The task involves creating and managing a spreadsheet to track merchandise orders for the charity, including calculations and data management. Classroom Application: Introduction to Spreadsheet Applications: Start with a brief overview of spreadsheet functionalities, such as entering data, formatting cells, and using formulas. Step-by-Step Instructions: Follow the task’s step-by-step instructions to guide students through the creation of a spreadsheet that includes column headings, data entry, and formula applications. Real-World Relevance: Explain the context of the exercise, emphasizing how spreadsheets are used in non-profit organizations for data management. Assessment and Review: Review students’ spreadsheets for accuracy, proper formula use, and data entry. Provide feedback based on the clarity and correctness of their work. Key Features: Spreadsheet Creation: Students will learn to set up a spreadsheet with titles, column headings, and data entry. Formula Application: Emphasises the importance of using formulas to calculate totals, manage costs, and update data dynamically. Formatting Skills: Focus on formatting cells for currency and ensuring data visibility. Data Management: Practice adding, updating, and deleting data as required, including handling voluntary donations. Description: Create a detailed spreadsheet for The Retired Greyhound Trust, focusing on merchandise orders. Learn to enter data, apply formulas for cost calculations, format cells for currency, and manage customer details. This task includes creating columns for item descriptions, quantities, designs, prices, and more. Ideal for practicing spreadsheet skills in a real-world context. Includes steps for calculating totals, handling donations, and formatting. Perfect for Excel assignments and data management practice.

TEAM TASK: Entrepreneurial Thinking CHALLENGE Engage students in a hands-on product development and evaluation exercise. In this collaborative activity, students rank laundry pegs based on chosen criteria, simulating the R&D process to develop critical thinking and teamwork skills. Resource Includes: Task Sheet: Detailed instructions and rules. Product Analysis Score Chart: Tool for ranking pegs. Role Descriptions: Guidelines for team roles to ensure structured collaboration. Assorted Pegs: (not provided) Samples for evaluation. Classroom Use: Introduction: Set the scene—students are part of a start-up team. Criteria Selection: Teams discuss and choose five criteria. Ranking: Teams evaluate and rank the pegs using the score chart. Presentation: Teams present their findings and ranking process. Keywords: Product development, critical thinking, teamwork, classroom activity, student collaboration, R&D simulation, evaluation criteria, hands-on learning.