Essential Digital Skills: Next Steps

About this course

This course develops the basic IT skills needed for progression to an EDS E3 qualification course, focusing on areas that may remain between an introductory course and E3 study. Sessions combine explanations, demonstrations, discussions and practical tasks. Learners receive feedback as they work, complete tutor-set homework or other assessment tasks, and review their progress regularly. Classroom activities are intended to help identify topics requiring further learning or practice.

What you'll learn

• Apply and practise basic IT skills through structured classroom tasks
• Identify gaps in knowledge between introductory digital skills study and EDS E3 level
• Review progress using classroom activities, tutor feedback and set assessment tasks
• Recognise areas requiring further independent practice before progressing to an EDS E3 qualification course

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners who already have basic IT knowledge, possibly including those who have completed an introductory Essential Digital Skills course. It involves group discussions, demonstrations and practical tasks, with additional reading and practice between classes.

• Regular attendance and completion of the course are expected
• Independent study and practice between classes are encouraged

Before you go

• Learners may bring a pen and notebook for taking notes, plus a folder for handouts.
• Computer access is available at local libraries to support study outside class.
• The tutor can help learners find and access online resources.