Learn IT in the Library
For more information call 0113 247 6016or visit www.leeds.gov.uk/libraries
Introduction
There are hundreds of computer learning sessions every month in Leeds Libraries.
We can show you how to:
• Use a mouse and keyboard
• Search the internet
• Sign up for an email account
Once you’ve mastered the basics, we can show you some of the other things you can do online:
• Search for jobs
• Explore local and family history
• Use the library catalogue and our online resources
Choose a session
Whether you need a one-off session or a short course, we can help. Contact any library to request any of the sessions in this booklet.
Choose a library
Some libraries have specialist software or specialist staff. Some run special sessions such as PC Clubs or Work Clubs. Contact any library to find out what’s available and where.
Your learning journey
Starting with computers… Using the internet…
Understand how to get more out of being online
Wherever you are on this journey, we can help. There is space for you to record your progress at the back of this booklet. Please bring your booklet to each session.
Starting
No experience necessary. If you’re completely new to computers and the internet, we can show you the basics.
Using
Once you’re comfortable with the basics, we can help you get to grips with everyday tasks such as searching the internet or using your email account.
Understanding
By this stage you’ll be exploring the internet and planning your next steps. We can show you some of the skills you’ll need to keep going on your learning journey.
The place to start if you’ve never used a computer before
If you can use the mouse and keyboard, move on to explore the internet
If you’ve started using the internet, sign up for an email account
First Steps
Learn the basic skills you’ll need to use a computer and get online
Basic computer skills
On this session you will:
• Learn how to use a mouse
• Learn basic keyboard skills
Basic internet
On this session we will show you how to:
• Find websites if you know their www address
• Search the internet for websites and information
• Use web links to surf the internet
Basic email
On this session we will show you how to:
• Complete an online application form
• Open a free email account
If you’ve already got an email account and want to know more
If you’ve already used the internet and want to know more
If you want to know how to organise your files and folders
Next Steps
Learn more about computers and the internet and increase your confidence
Next steps with email
On this session we will show you how to:
• Send attachments such as photos or letters
• Download and save attachments that you receive
• Use your address book or contacts list
Next steps with the internet
On this session we will show you how to:
• Use the library catalogue and our online resources
• Find IT help and support online
• Use the internet to continue your learning journey
Find your way around the computer
On this session we will show you how to:
• Use a memory stick to save your work
• Save your work on the computer and find it again
Use your internet and email skills to help you find a job
Learn the basics to get you started, learn how to find more help online
Skills for work
Learn skills that will be useful whether you’re in work or looking for work
IT for
employment
On this session we can show you how to:
• Attach or upload a CV you’ve already written
• Download an application form
• Use the internet to search for jobs
• Use your email account to register with employment-related websites
Office skills
On this session we can show you how to:
• Create letters or reports using word processing software
• Create spreadsheets to work with figures
• Create presentations
One-to-one session with a specialist adviser
Regular sessions, no need to book
Skills for work
Sessions on this page are only available in some
libraries at specific times. Ring 0113 247 8282 to find out where and when
Jobseeker advice session
On this session we can show you how to:
• Develop and write your CV
• Complete an application form
• Use the internet to search for jobs
• Prepare for an interview
Work club
On this session you can:
• Get support to help you back into work
• Get IT support to help with your search for a job
Explore thousands of symbols to support visual communication
Online course to prepare for the British Citizenship test
Special interests
Use the IT resources in libraries to pursue your interests
Boardmaker
On this session we will show you how to:
• Design your own boards and buttons
• Search for symbols and edit them
• Print and laminate your boards
Life in Great Britain
On this session we will show you how to:
• Log in and register with the Life in Great Britain website
• Find your way around the different sections of the site
Discover how Leeds has changed
Discover how your family has changed
Local and family history
Learn more about where you live and where you came from
Local history on the
internet
On this session we can show you how to:
• Search over 50,000 old and new images of Leeds on the Leodis website
• Search millions of pages of old newspapers online
• Search for local history societies in your area
Family history on the
internet
On this session we can show you how to:
• Search billions of genealogy records on the Ancestry website
• Search census records and the world’s largest collection of family trees
An audio visual media studio for anyone aged 16-30
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Services available exclusively at Leeds Central Library
Specialist resources, staff who are experts in their subject and sessions that aren’t available at any other library
Studio12
• Film and photography
• Music and video
• Animation
At Studio12 you’ll be using industry standard hardware and
software to work on your projects. You can also record vocals and voiceovers in the sound booth.
You get free access to a production studio, training and support and accredited qualifications. Your work can be critiqued by a panel of creative professionals working in design, music, video and media arts.
At Studio12 you can:
• Be creative
• Experiment with new technology
• Achieve personal goals
• Explore professional avenues Open Tuesday – Friday
afternoons. Call in or ring 0113 395 1593.
A comprehensive service to support all of your business and Intellectual Property needs
Use resources that are only available at the Central Library
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Explore your interests in even more depth at Leeds Central Library
Business and patents
Contact us to find out when these sessions are avaiable:
• Enterprise Club. If you’re running a business or thinking of
starting a business. A chance to network and get information, advice and support.
• Inventors Group. Meet other inventors, get advice from people involved in the business of protecting and exploiting new ideas and products.
• Patent Clinic. A confidential, one-to-one consultation with a registered patent attorney.
Local and family history
Collections of over 180,000 items including books, directories, maps, photographs, prints, playbills and microfilms.
Sessions include:
• Tracing your family history online
• Family history for beginners
• Maps and trade directories
Personal learning record
Tell us about your personal learning goals. What do you want to learn and why?
IT for
employment
Use these pages to record your progress. Tick the boxes when you are confident that you have learnt those skills. Library staff can add more information on the next page.
Basic computer skills
Learn how to use a mouse Learn basic keyboard skills Basic internet
Use the address bar Use a search engine Use hyperlinks Basic email
Complete an online application form Open an email account
Write, send and reply to emails Next steps with email
Send attachments with your emails Download and save attachments Use your address book
Date/Venue Library staff comments
Session What did you learn?
Personal learning record
Next steps with the internetUse the catalogue and online resources Find IT help and support online
Use the internet to continue your learning journey Find your way around the computer
Use a memory stick
Save your work and find it again Create new folders
Useful websites
www.leeds.gov.uk/librariesEverything you need to know about Leeds Libraries.
From opening hours and contact details to the latest news and events.
www.leeds.gov.uk/24hourlibrary
Links to our eBooks and eAudio collections, library catalogue and online resources.
www.businessandpatents.org
Work clubs in libraries, advice sessions for jobseekers, dates of meetings for business start-ups or inventors and lots more. www.leeds.gov.uk/boardmaker
Download the Boardmaker booklet and the dates for Central Library’s autism advice sessions.
www.leodis.net
A photographic archive of Leeds, including images of paintings and engravings dating back to the 18th century.
www.studio12.org.uk
Watch the videos created in Studio12, read about the latest projects and see how you can get involved.
www.leeds.gov.uk/localandfamilyhistory
Find out about the lunchtime talks, download the newsletter, get dates for the family history workshops.
For more information call 0113 247 6016 or visit www.leeds.gov.uk/libraries
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