These instructions are meant to be a general guide. Your steps may differ, depending on web browser used, version of web browser, any zipping software installed on the computer, and other factors.
Microsoft Internet Explorer / Edge:
A window will open, asking what you want to do with the file.
Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox
After completing step 1, the file should begin downloading to your computer. You may see the file in the lower-left corner of the browser window. The file is saved to the location specified in your settings for downloads (often the Downloads folder).
Unzip the Files
A pop-up box opens to show the progress. When the files are unzipped, the pop-up box will close and the files will be available in the location you specify.
Remember, there’s usually more than one day to do something on the computer. If you prefer a different method, feel free to use it.
Silver Series Welcome to Computers for ESL Students, 6th Edition
BackComputer Objectives
- Turn the computer on and off
- Name the major parts of the computer
- Use the mouse
Language Objectives
- Use vocabulary words to describe parts of the computer
- Use computer verbs to describe actions
- Talk with a partner about the computer
Computer Objectives
- Identify the parts of a program window
- Use the Start menu to open a program
- Move a window using the mouse
- Minimize, maximize, restore, and close a window
Language Objectives
- Talk with a partner about the different parts of a window
- Talk about how to find and use different buttons, bars, menus, and the Ribbon
- Describe how to move a window and use the sizing buttons
Computer Objectives
- Use computer hardware and software
- Use a program Ribbon
- Open a dialog box and work with a drop-down list
- Draw a picture in the Paint program
- Use the Calculator program
- Play a computer game
Language Objectives
- Use vocabulary words to describe parts of different programs
- Use computer verbs to describe actions you can do with different programs
- Talk with a partner about drawing a picture in the Paint program
- Talk with a partner about the different kinds of tasks you can do with programs
Computer Objectives
- Use the computer keyboard
- Create and edit a Word document
- Print a document
Language Objectives
- Use vocabulary words to discuss using Word and the keyboard
- Use computer verbs to describe how to use Word and the keyboard
- Use computer language to talk about how to create a document
Computer Objectives
- Save and name a file
- Format and align text in various ways
- Add bullets to a list
- Use a USB drive
Language Objectives
- Use appropriate words to describe saving and naming files
- Describe how to format and align text
- Tell a partner how to perform tasks learned in this chapter
Computer Objectives
- Open and use Google Chrome
- Use a search engine to find information
- Type an Internet address to go to a website
- Apply for a job online
Language Objectives
- Use vocabulary words to describe opening and using Google Chrome
- Describe actions to take when using a search engine
- Use appropriate verbs when describing how to find information on the Internet
- Talk about typing addresses in the address bar
- Tell a partner how to go to a website
Computer Objectives
- Sign in to email and send a message
- Reply to an email message
- Forward a message
Language Objectives
- Use vocabulary words to describe signing in to email
- Use computer verbs to describe actions taken with email messages
- Describe how to reply to and forward a message
Computer Objectives
- Use Windows Search to find files and information
- Work with the File Explorer window and basic file management
- Save a file and then find and open it later
- Use double-click to open computer files
Language Objectives
- Use vocabulary words to describe using files and folders
- Use vocabulary words to describe parts of the File Explorer window, including files and folders
- Use computer verbs to describe how to find things using Windows Search
- Talk with a partner about saving files
- Talk with a partner about how to play sound files on the File Explorer window
Computer Objectives
- Use Microsoft Word
- Write personal and business letters
- Use the Word Ribbon
- Check spelling
Language Objectives
- Use vocabulary words to describe personal and business letters
- Use computer verbs to describe letter writing
- Use computer language to talk about writing letters
Computer Objectives
- Use Undo
- Use Copy and Paste
- Move from one open program to another
- Create a simple resume
Language Objectives
- Use vocabulary words to describe how to copy and paste
- Use computer verbs to describe drag and drop, and undo actions
- Explain the parts of a simple resume to a partner
- Talk with a partner about how to copy and paste