Beginners/Equalskills
Equalskills is a fun and informal introduction to computers and the
Internet. It is designed to increase skills in basic computer literacy.
It introduces technology to all people, regardless of status, education,
age or ability. Equalskills is a flexible learning programme, with a
proven track record in equipping people with the basic computer skills
they need to become part of the information society.
The aim of the programme is to make people feel comfortable using a
computer, and to teach them the basic skills necessary to communicate
using the internet and email. It is well structured with excellent
training resources, and it has the added bonus of providing
certification to candidates who complete the programme.
The programme was developed by ICS-SKILLS, the organisation responsible
for ECDL in Ireland. It was piloted in Ireland and the UK during 2002.
Following the successful pilot phase, Equalskills has been extended and
improved and is now available nationwide.
Who is Equalskills for?
Equalskills is for anybody who wants to start from the beginning and
learn some practical ways of using a computer. It is particularly aimed
at people who might not normally come into contact with computers in
their everyday lives. People who are accustomed to living in a
non-digital world may feel intimidated by technology. By learning some
simple computer skills, they can quickly understand how technology can
improve their quality of life.
Equalskills is a very good starting point for inexperienced candidates
who aspire to ECDL, and test centres which offer Equalskills will have a
cohort of motivated candidates who may wish to advance to the full ECDL
programme.
EQUALSKILLS covers everything that a beginner needs to know to use the
computer in a meaningful way. The programme explains the different
components of a computer, and how to use the mouse and keyboard to give
instructions to the computer. Essential skills, like opening and closing
windows are included, as well as how to create a word processing
document. The central content of EQUALSKILLS is the use of the internet
and email. The learner will be able to use the internet to search for
information, and to send and receive emails.
The
EQUALSKILLS Syllabus is available at:
www.ics-skills.ie
Athenry Community Training
Centre
ADC House, Station Road,
Athenry, Co
Galway
Tel: 091-845422
Fax: 091-845496
Email: louise@athenryadc.com
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