Computer basics – confidence and independence in everyday digital life
Use a computer, find your way online and handle everyday digital tasks independently: this Januam course teaches you the basics step by step. Clear presentations, practical exercises and short quizzes help you build confidence with digital applications.
Who is this course for?
Adults with little or no computer experience. No prior knowledge is required. The materials support classroom learning and help you review what you have learned at home.
What you will learn
- Use a computer, mouse, keyboard and web browser.
- Save files, find them again and organise them in folders.
- Search for information online and browse safely.
- Write emails and handle attachments.
- Create simple documents, spreadsheets and presentations.
- Use online services and cloud storage responsibly and discover technologies such as AI.
How the course works
The course has eight units. Each unit includes a presentation with examples and exercises, available as a PDF to read directly in your browser. Downloading the PowerPoint file is optional. At the end of each of the first seven units, you can check your understanding with five questions. You can repeat the short quizzes for practice and use the feedback to keep learning.
Unit 8 reviews the course content. You then take the final quiz with 30 questions. You can share your experiences and suggestions in the course feedback.
What do you need?
A computer or laptop with internet access and an up-to-date web browser. You do not need PowerPoint to read the PDF presentations. Word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software is helpful for the practical exercises.
Course language: German (presentations and quizzes) · Level: Beginner, no prior knowledge required
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