Module 1: Basic Computing (Computer Hardware, Operating Systems and Basic Word Processing)
Teachers will be able to:

1. Identify and understand the significance of common computer components. (CPU, Monitor, Keyboard, USB, external devices)
2. Manage digital files: create, save, rename, move, copy and backup and transfer them digitally.
3. Use either the Mac or Windows Operating system to access programs, create content, gather information, and interact with other users.
4. Manipulate text between programs (cut, copy, paste)
5. Effectively use more than one computer program at a time in a workflow. (Example: extracting text and/or images from one program or resource and using it in another)
6. Create a basic, one-page document for use in an educational context which includes different styles of text, content derived from another program or resource, and has a least one image or graphic included. (Example: student handout, newsletter, poster or notice).
7. Back up their files to a secure location (flash drive or online backup)


Module 2: Communicating Online (Websites and Email)
Teachers will be able to:

1. Use the FirstClass email system to send, receive and manage email.
2. Send, receive and manage email attachments.
3. Create and maintain a basic one-page website for their classroom or department.
4. Use their website to communicate with their school community. (Posting information and documents as an alternative to paper-based communication)
5. Use a variety of effective strategies when using the internet for research.
6. Be able to teach effective internet research skills to their students.

 
Module 3: Collaborating Online (Blogging, Media Awareness and Information Literacy)
Teachers will be able to:

1. Use the FirstClass email system to collaborate with education staff and students. (Conferences, Instant Messaging, Shared Calendars)
2. Create collaborative online communities using FirstClass or anther online service.
3. Use online writing to develop and enhance student literacy. (blogs and wikis)
4. Teach students safe and ethical use of online resources, services as well as media.
5. Teach students Information Literacy Skills (see this resource for more information).