Get Started Learning Basic Computer Skills

Gain valuable Tech skills and understanding online and at your own pace.  Modules are effective even for beginners, though novices may require additional support. Note also that some modules do not fully introduce all skills, so community trainers using the material should review each before assigning and consider the skill level of each learner individually.
These online training resources were originally prepared 
​as part of the New Mexico Broadband Program.
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Basic Computer Skills - Module 1: Computer types; hardware and software
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Basic Computer Skills - Module 2: Basic computer use; keyboarding; mousing
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Basic Computer Skills - Module 3: Windows use and navigation: Start menu, libraries, window sizing, drag & drop
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Basic Computer Skills - Module 4: Introduction to Word: creating, editing, and organizing documents
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Introduction to the Internet - Module 1: Basic concepts: Home page, menu, links; browsers; web addresses
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Introduction to the Internet - Module 2: Search engines, domains, evaluating and comparing websites
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Introduction to the Internet - Module 3: Email setup and use; attachments; Netiquette; security
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Introduction to the Internet - Module 4: Online sources for health, education, and employment information
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Selecting & Maintaining a Computer - Module 1: Computer standards and user needs; choosing a computer
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Selecting & Maintaining a Computer - Module 2: Internet access options; choosing an ISP; connecting to the InternetPowerPoint/ PDF PDF PDF Download/ View

Selecting & Maintaining a Computer - Module 3: Security software; operating system updates; housekeeping and backupsPowerPoint/ PDF PDF PDF Download/ View

Security & Safety in the Digital Age - Module 1: Guidelines for digital interactions; security for email, texting, and social mediaPowerPoint/ PDF PDF PDF Download/ View

Security & Safety in the Digital Age - Module 2: Privacy, secure websites, and passwords; hacking, phishing and identity theftPowerPoint/ PDF PDF PDF Download/ View

Security & Safety in the Digital Age - Module 3: Managing junk email (SPAM); browsing history, parental controls, and filtering softwarePowerPoint/ PDF PDF PDF Download/ View

Free Digital Skills Training MaterialsIf you need curriculum ideas and materials for any of these purposes, there are many free sources. Here are some places to start: ​

Public Library Association - Digital Learn
WebJunction - Digital Literacy Pathway
Goodwill Community Foundation - Learn Free
Mozilla Foundation - Web Literacy
Techboomers - Tech Boomers
Tech Goes Home - Tech Goes Home
Community Tech Network - Home Connect
Google - Applied Digital Skills
Cyber Seniors - Cyber Seniors
AARP - AARP
Chicago Public Library - Digital Learn
Denver Public Library - Community Technology Center
New York Public Library TechConnect