There are four different levels to this curriculum. They are described below.

Introduction - Newbie Know How
Newbie Know How - Getting Started with Computers...For beginners with little or no experience with computers, this guide is an introduction to hardware, software and applications and is supported by an interactive website. Youth use this activity guide to learn all about computers - how they work, what their components are, use of features, programs and more. This piece can also be used as a lesson plan by teens to teach others about technology and computers.

Computer 1 - Inside the Box
Youth build and repair computers, identify the components inside a computer, learn to enhance connectivity potential and explore how components work together. Youth learn-by-doing how to maintain peripherals, upgrade and create connections, install operating systems and create a "dream machine."

Computer 2 - Peer to Peer
Advanced youth go in depth with this guide as they discover how to create and manage networks. They explore the issues of responsible computer use, and make decisions about network management, security issues and trouble shooting.

Computer 3 - Teens Teaching Tech
Older teens or adults will find this guide essential for learning how to teach others about computers. Teens enhance their leadership skills while organizing a computer club or technology team, establishing a computer lab and more!

Illinois State Goals & Learning Standards Addressed

• Goal #3A, B, C
• Goal #5A, B, C
• Goal #6A
• Goal #7C
• Goal #11B, B3, B4
• Goal SEL #2C
• Goal SEL #3A, 3B

Instructional Materials:

Includes the guides listed above. Materials are available on a loan basis only.