Jan's Illustrated Computer Literacy 101
This site is designed to introduce the beginner and intermediate user to many basic concepts of computer use and technology instruction. It contains information in areas that pertain to a large majority of the Technology Standards listed below.
http://www.jegsworks.com/Lessons/
PCSD ABLE Information Site
This site contains information relating to the Parma ABLE program and contains pages dedicated to each of the program components. The staff member can obtain valuable information by clicking on the instructor's resource page.
Goodwill Community Foundation Learn Free
Use the following to log in or
sign up for your own free account.
User Name: ParmaABLE
Password: parma (case sensitive)
Click on the “Computer Classes” or “Online Classes” to access tutorials
and activities to train you in all aspects of computer usage. Offering the
computer and technology training you need for life – absolutely free!
http://www.gcflearnfree.org/default3d.aspx
Is knowledgeable of basic computer components and their functions
1.1.1.1 Can identify hardware components and explain their functions
http://www.inetdaemon.com/tutorials/computers/
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/help/b7bf360d-67e7-4bad-976d-7623e6deb6dd1033.mspx
1.1.1.2 Can identify peripherals and explain their functions
http://www.inetdaemon.com/tutorials/computers/
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/help/b7bf360d-67e7-4bad-976d-7623e6deb6dd1033.mspx
1.1.1.3 Can identify storage components
http://www.inetdaemon.com/tutorials/computers/
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/help/b7bf360d-67e7-4bad-976d-7623e6deb6dd1033.mspx
Can perform basic computer operations
1.1.2.1 Can open and close programs
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/help/519656e8-f966-42d1-81eb-c89768f46c991033.mspx
1.1.2.2 Can save and manage files
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/Windows/en-US/help/b8f62a7d-381a-4253-a52e-04883e076bbe1033.mspx
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/Windows/en-US/Help/6fc8f2c3-b86d-4e3a-b538-c02658657dba1033.mspx
1.1.2.3 Can move between programs
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/help/519656e8-f966-42d1-81eb-c89768f46c991033.mspx
Can troubleshoot common problems
1.1.3.1 Can reboot a system
http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/r/reboot.html
1.1.3.2 Can search for files
1.1.3.3 Can find and utilize help menus
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/help/26c52250-8b83-4f97-95a8-cdc0924abd581033.mspx
1.1.3.4 Can use task manager to end an application
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/Windows/en-US/Help/a301db42-d72d-4493-8063-dc02891ac0e91033.mspx
Understands basic computer terminology
1.1.4.1 Understand the difference between text and graphics
Text refers to the use of letters and keyboard symbols. Graphics refers to pictures and artistic elements.
Productivity Software
Can use the functions of a word processing program....
1.2.1.1 Can create a simple document
1.2.1.2 Can change the format of a document
1.2.1.3 Can open an existing document
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/Windows/en-US/Help/046bae5b-44ba-4fd0-8c16-abd20ce6ee701033.mspx
1.2.1.4 Can close a document
1.2.1.5 Can save a document to multiple locations
1.2.1.6 Can print a document
1.2.1.7 Can use spell check
Has basic knowledge of spreadsheets
1.2.2.1 Can enter data into cells of forms and spreadsheets
http://www.jegsworks.com/Lessons/numbers/index.html
http://tech.tln.lib.mi.us/tutor/forms.htm
Information and Communication
Can connect to the internet
1.3.1.1 Can connect to the internet
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/help/f8510f73-6323-4700-9965-6e8f9cc67e491033.mspx
Can use a web browser application and search engine tools to access information
1.3.2.1 Understand features and the layout of a web browser
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/help/f8510f73-6323-4700-9965-6e8f9cc67e491033.mspx
1.3.2.2 Can utilize a search engine
http://www.learnwebskills.com/search/engines.html
1.3.2.3 Can access a website using a URL
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/help/f8510f73-6323-4700-9965-6e8f9cc67e491033.mspx
1.3.2.4 Can download a file
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/Windows/en-US/Help/6b046ae9-1434-4423-9303-400ff6fe686b1033.mspx#EI
1.3.2.4 Can download a file
http://windowshelp.microsoft.com/Windows/en-US/Help/6b046ae9-1434-4423-9303-400ff6fe686b1033.mspx
Can use email software to receive, send, and organize messages
1.3.3.1 Can compose an email
http://help.yahoo.com/tutorials/mmail/index.html
1.3.3.2 Can access and reply to an email
http://help.yahoo.com/tutorials/mmail/index.html
1.3.3.3 Can organize email based on preferences
http://help.yahoo.com/tutorials/mmail/index.html
1.3.3.4 Can save and delete email
http://help.yahoo.com/tutorials/mmail/index.html
Technology-Enhanced Programs and Classrooms
Can select, incorporate, and evaluate the use of technology in the program and classroom
1.4.1.1 Has a knowledge of how technology can enhance instruction
http://www.jegsworks.com/Lessons/
1.4.1.2 Is familiar with Distance Education options
http://www.able.parma-oh.com/distance_learning.htm
Can use computer-based assessments
1.4.2.1 Can open and run assessment programs
http://www.cal.org/bestplus/faqs/trouble.html
1.4.2.2 Can troubleshoot problems within the program
http://www.cal.org/bestplus/faqs/trouble.html
1.4.2.3 Can assist students with assessment usage
http://www.cal.org/bestplus/faqs/trouble.html
1.4.2.4 Can assist students to access the Ohio GED web page
http://www.ode.state.oh.us/GD/Templates/Pages/ODE/ODEPrimary.aspx?page=2&TopicRelationID=153
http://www.able.parma-oh.com/indexGED.htm
Is able to make technology accessible for adults with special needs
1.4.3.1 Can adjust the display for special needs students
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/accessibility/opsblind.mspx
1.4.3.2 Can adjust the sound for special needs students
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/accessibility/opsdeaf.ms
1.4.3.3 Can adjust the keyboard/mouse for special needs student
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/accessibility/opsmobility.mspx
Professional Development
Can model technology to lifelong learning
1.5.1.1 Model use of technology in personal/professional lives
http://www.neable.org/resources/websites/technology/
1.5.1.2 Can access information on new technologies
http://www.neable.org/resources/websites/technology/
1.5.1.3 Learns how to incorporate technology into the program/classroom
http://www.neable.org/resources/websites/technology/
1.5.2.1 Can utilize media options for obtaining Professional Development
http://mercury.educ.kent.edu/database/rcn/northeast/calendar_results.cfm
1.5.2.3 Takes PD to learn alternative PD delivery methods
http://mercury.educ.kent.edu/database/rcn/northeast/calendar_results_alternative.cfm