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Overview
Benefits
Main Features
System requirements
Module 1 - Concepts of Information Technology (IT)
Module 2 - Using the Computer and Managing Files
Module 3 - Word Processing
Module 4 - Spreadsheets
Module 5 - Database
Module 6 - Presentation
Module 7 - Information and Communication
Overview[Top]
The Best eLearning Solutions available for ICDL Certification with Open Source Software Open Source ICDL is an e-Learning course developed to allow users to achieve the Open Source ICDL certification (OS International Computer Driving License). Open Source ICDL training is being offered for the first time anywhere in the world!
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Benefits[Top]
Customized learning
Learning materials are presented in a format that enables users to select the learning mode they prefer. Multimedia lessons, interactive tutorials with feedback, printable inserts and exam simulations enable users to customize learning according to their needs and make their experience more interesting and appealing.
A flexible approach based on personal needs
The software has been designed to allow users to learn topics at their pace. The hints that display after each tutorial provide information on the topics that require more attention or are more complex. This makes learning quicker and more effective.
Greater productivity
The learning environment enables users to quickly acquire the knowledge and skills need to perform daily activities, thus improving their productivity. ______________________________________________________
Main Features[Top]
Structure
The course specifically includes theoretical lessons aimed at enabling users to learn new concepts and information, and tutorials and self-assessments with tests and simulated questions that allow users to track their progress.
The didactic contents of OSICDL are organized into modules. Each module is divided into sections and each section is divided into themes, which are organized by topics that correspond exactly to those specified in the OSICDL Syllabus.
Free access to all contents
The tree menu, which summarizes all the contents, enables to easily view all the related topics. Users can easily move to different parts of the course and quickly select the parts they are more interested in. Although it is possible to browse any topic, it is generally advisable to follow the order in which they are presented.
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System requirements[Top]
Open Source ICDL is supported on the following platforms:
- Windows® - Macintosh® - Linux® - Unuix®
Software requirements
Open Office
Browser:
- Internet Explorer 5.1 and later - Netscape 4.7 - Netscape 7.x - Mozilla 1.x - Firefox 1.x - Opera 7.x - Safari 1.x
Hardware requirements
- computer with sound card and speakers or earphones - video card, 1024 x 768 resolution, true color or higher - 56K Internet connection or higher
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Module 1 - Concepts of Information Technology (IT) [Top]
Targets
At the end of this course, users shall acquire familiarity with the main concepts of Information Technology (ICT).
Users shall be able to describe the structure of a personal computer both in terms of hardware and software and the basic ICT concepts like data storage and memory.
Users shall also learn how to use IT networks and software programs for their daily tasks and understand the main issues connected to the health and safety of use of PCs, and their environmental impact.
Users shall also learn how protect data and to deal with the legal issues connected with the use of PCs. At the end of the course, users shall be able to take the OSICDL exam related to Module 1 required to attain the Open Source International Computer Driving License
Contents
Concepts of Information Technology (IT)
• Basic concepts
• Hardware
• Software
• IT networks
• The use of PCs for daily tasks
• Safety, health and environmental issues
• Data protection
• Copyright and legal provisions
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Module 2 - Using the Computer and Managing Files [Top]
Targets
At the end of this course, users shall have acquired the knowledge and skills required to use a PC and its operating system.
More specifically, users shall be able to configure the main settings, use the online help and manage applications that do not respond. They shall also be able to skillfully use the icons of the desktop; manage and organize files and folders; copy, move and delete files and folders; compress and extract files from databases.
Users shall also learn how to use the basic tools of the operating systems to process documents and manage prints.
At the end of the course, users shall be able to take the OSICDL exam related to Module 2 required to attain the Open Source International Computer Driving License.
Contents
Using the Computer and Managing Files
• The PC environment
• Desktop
• File management
• Print management
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Module 3 - Word processing [Top]
Targets
At the end of this course users will have acquired the knowledge and skills required to use document processing applications.
Users shall be able to perform the ordinary tasks required to create, format and configure the layout of short documents, and prepare them for distribution.
More specifically, they will learn how to copy and move text within a single or several documents.
Users will also learn how to use the main features of document processing applications like those used to create tables, insert drawings and images in documents, and send a document to several recipients.
At the end of the course, users shall be able to take the OSICDL exam related to Module 3 required to attain the Open Source International Computer Driving License.
Contents
Word processing
• Basic concepts
• Main tasks
• Formatting
• Tables and charts
• Serial printing
• Preparation of documents for printing
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Module 4 - Spreadsheets [Top]
Targets
At the end of this course users shall have acquired the knowledge and skills required to use electronic data sheets.
Users shall be able to process, format, edit and use short electronic data sheets and prepare them for distribution.
They shall also be able to process and apply mathematical and logical formulas using simple formulas and functions, and create and format charts.
At the end of the course, users shall be able to take the OSICDL exam related to Module 4 required to attain the Open Source International Computer Driving License.
Contents
Spreadsheets
• Basic concepts
• Cells
• Worksheets
• Formulas and functions
• Formatting
• Charts
• Preparation of the sheets for printing
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Module 5 - Database [Top]
Targets
At the end of this course, users shall have acquired the knowledge and skills required to perform the most important tasks related to databases and manage them electronically.
Users shall be able to create and edit tables, queries, masks and reports and prepare printouts for distribution.
Users shall also learn how to create links between tables, and extract and use database information with the querying and sorting tools available in the software package.
At the end of the course, users shall be able to take the OSICDL exam related to Module 5 required to attain the Open Source International Computer Driving License.
Contents
Database
• Database usage
• Tables
• Masks
• Queries
• Reports
• Preparation of databases for printing
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Module 6 - Presentation tools [Top]
Targets
At the end of this course, users will have acquired the knowledge and skills required to use applications for the creation of presentations.
Users shall be able to create, format, edit and prepare presentations using different types of slides and share them on video or in print.
Users shall also learn how to copy and move texts, drawings, images and charts within a single or several presentations, Furthermore, users will learn how to perform the most common tasks associated to images, charts and objects, and how to apply special effects.
At the end of the course, users shall be able to take the OSICDL exam related to Module 6 required to attain the Open Source International Computer Driving License.
Contents
Presentation tools
• General concepts
• Creation of presentations
• Texts and images
• Charts and objects
• Special effects
• Preparation of presentations for printing
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Module 7 - Information and Communication [Top]
Targets
At the end of this course, users will have acquired the knowledge and skills required to use the Internet and protect systems from Web-based threats.
Users shall be able to search the Web with a browser or any other tool available; index and print Web sites and pages and search for data.
Users shall also be able to explore forms and complete them; understand the basics of e-mail programs and safety; use e-mail programs to send and receive messages; attach files and organize and manage mail folders.
At the end of the course, users shall be able to take the OSICDL exam related to Module 7 required to attain the Open Source International Computer Driving License.
Contents
Information and Communication
• Internet
• Web surfing
• Web searches
• E-mail
• E-mail messages
• Management of messages
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