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Knowing Technology I: Your Computer and Devices

Course Outline:

Home computing devices are changing the way we live daily life, work and play. This course is for home users of computers and digital technology. Get to know what home digital devices can do for you. Get to know how to save money and get the best use of these new technologies to enhance your life. This class is the first class in the Knowing Technology series.

Prerequisites:

Computer Basics, File Management Skills, or equivalent experience.

Required Textbook & Materials

  • None

Meeting Information:

  • Days:   Friday
  • Dates:   01/15/21
  • Number of Sessions:   1
  • Time:   01:00 - 03:00 PM
  • Location:   Online
  • Days:   Tuesday
  • Dates:   03/23/21
  • Number of Sessions:   1
  • Time:   6:30 - 8:30 PM
  • Location:   Online

Lesson Plan:

  • Course Introduction
  • Define digital technology
  • Identifying the key reasons why understanding digital technology in important today.
  • Identifying the impact digital technology has in your life.
  • Identifying how digital technology enhances your lifestyle.

In-Class Material:

Class Exercises

Exercise 1

Please list the three most important questions you have concerning digital technology.

Exercise 2

  • List the digital telecommunication devices your interact with daily.
  • List the primary telecommunication device you use?

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