The Learning Area
Whether you’re want to study anatomy, or want a quick refresher before an exam, or
are simply interested in looking at stunning, state-
A site for people who aren't really familiar with how to use a keyboard, mouse or
computer screen. If you're a friend, family member or tutor helping someone learn,
all you need to do is choose your connection speed and press 'Start'. That's all
there is to it! Computer Tutor presenter Amani is then on hand to take computer novices
from start to finish
step-
Make sense of the past, this BBC site is dedicated to bringing history to life, for the casual browser and the total enthusiast. Experience history through animations, games, movies and virtual tours, or delve into more than 450 feature articles by leading writers. Explore the site using the index.
Explore the popular BBC Timewatch programmes from previous series, view clips and peruse the reading list.
Learn how to browse the internet safely and usefully, step-
This is one of several BBC courses in basic language skills designed for the beginner or improver.
This is one of several BBC courses in basic language skills designed for the beginner or improver.
If you have a problem remembering your maths lessons from years ago, then this is a good place to get help.
This site is more advanced computer tuition e.g. how to get the best out of Microsoft Word, learning programming and a whole lot more.
This is a huge collection of technical knowledge and explanation on just about every subject. It makes fascinating reading, and is liable to keep you absorbed for ages. Get ahead of the grandchildren.
If you have difficulty following instructions from a book, then this site may have
the answer. In Pictures Online, tutorials are based on pictures, not words. They're
the easiest way to learn computer subjects. There's no complicated multimedia, just
pictures that show exactly what to do. Microsoft Office 2003 and 2007 -
Learning a musical instrument is good for the brain. Here's a site with lots of free resources for those keen to learn the piano/keyboard. They've been written for mature age students and include notes, examples and exercises and also advice on what to look for in a teacher.
Generally there appear to be no courses online that don't require a subscription. One exception, however, is the one above. Here you can learn to paint in watercolour, oils, or mixed media. Follow the courses or look at the work of established artists.
This site is for people that want to learn more about the widely used Microsoft Word program, and is devoted to just that one program.
Personal Computer Technical Guide
If you are curious about, or require guides or tutorials on the internal workings of computers, then here’s a good source of information.
This is the place to to learn how to enter data, manipulate data and formulae in
any type of spreadsheet. Microsoft Excel is used here as an example, but covers any
spreadsheet. A Spreadsheet can be a very valuable tool in businesses, or clubs for
managing operating accounts. They can be used to play out a series of what-
The OU (see below) has provided over 5000 hours of study material free via the internet. There are currently over 400 units arranged in 13 topic areas. Click on link above to find out more.
The OU needs little introduction. Click for the main page, listing the many courses which are available.
This is the gateway to virtual U3As around the world providing informal courses and information for older people. To get more information on these courses click here.
This is an online encyclopaedia which is constantly being updated and is therefore a very good place to get the latest information on just about any topic. One needs to use a little caution when accessing pages that refer to controversial topics, particularly biographies of political figures as arguments may ensue between contributors, for and against, with content changing daily. But don’t let that stop you browsing around, it’s a mine of information, and has only been made possible since the invention of the internet.
Although XP has recently been superceded by Vista, there are many people who still have a computer using the XP interface. This site will give much helpful information on using XP and should be your first place to look if you want to know more.
