Unison - Using the Internet and Email

Course aim

To develop skill in using the internet effectively and safely. Setting up email accounts and how to make passwords more secure, download and send attachments.

Do I need any particular skills or experience?

• This course is suitable for beginners and improvers
• This course is open to Unison members only

By the end of the course I should be able to:

• Search the internet - select, copy and paste information and images.
• Keep themselves more secure and be more confident using the internet/online service.
• Set up an email account - know how to set up secure passwords.
• Email, reply and send and download attachments.

How will I be taught?

• The WEA tutor will use a range of different teaching and learning methods and encourage you and the group to be actively involved in your learning

What kind of feedback can I expect?

• A range of informal activities will be used by the tutor to see what you are learning which may include quizzes, question and answer, small projects and discussion
• You will have opportunities to discuss your progress with your tutor
• You will be encouraged to share your work with the group and discuss your learning

What else do I need to know?

• All materials will be provided
• It would be helpful if you had access to the internet (Mobile phone, tablet or computer at home or through a library etc.)

Pre-course work, reading and information sources

• No pre reading or pre course work is required

What can I do next?

• Progress to another WEA course
• Progress to a course with another provider
• This course could lead to a range of job opportunities. Follow link to National Careers Service for more details https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/
• Become involved with the WEA in a range of voluntary work and other activities including campaigning as a WEA member
• Become involved as a volunteer for a WEA partner or another organisation
• Access the WEA What Next? booklet here http://www.wea.org.uk/learn-wea/what-can-i-do-next