Computer Skills
Title: Internet 101
Level: HS
Comment: Although this site was designed to attract advertisers, it contains an easy to read introduction to the Internet and World Wide Web. This 12-module course covers just the basics. The guide costs $2.00.
Title: Computer Simplified-Web Edition Canadian Site
Level: ABE
Comment: This site is a basic introduction to computers for new users. It uses clear diagrams and minimum words to illustrate. Visit http://www.maran.com/student/ for a list of other online books.
Title: The Living Internet Canadian Site
Level: HS
Comment: This Canadian site is easy to navigate and provides information on anything you want to know about the internet and the World Wide Web. The site author, Bill Stewart says: “The mission of this web site is to make comprehensive, in-depth information about the Internet available around the world.”
Title: Intute Virtual Training Suite
Level: C&U
Comment: This site contains “a set of online tutorials designed to help students, lecturers and researchers improve their Internet information skills.” The site is organized into subject specific, interactive tutorials designed to help develop academic research skills using the Internet. This site is an outstanding resource.
Title: Weron2u Canadian Site
Level: ABE
Comment: This site offers guidance on what to do if you suspect someone on the Internet is a victim of stalking. Although the layout is child friendly, it is useful for everyone.
Title: Jan’s Computer Literacy 101
Level: ABE
Comment: This site contains good information, includes step-by-step directions, and offers multiple choice quizzes and practice exercises. The organization and layout of the site could be improved. Paid lessons are offered.
Title: Stay Safe Online
Level: HS
Comment: This is a U.S. government site. The quizzes are excellent and supply useful information in a short time. The site covers a lot of material which is difficult to navigate through. You need time to find a specific topic.