Online Basics for Everyday Life: Upskilling Citizens for the Digital Age

• September 2, 2025
• Andrew

Training Provider

Eman Mangion

Target Group / Theme

Support the Digital Literacy of the General Public

Course dates

27th October 2025 from 14:30 –16:00

3rd November 2025 from 14:30 –16:00

10th November 2025 from 14:30 –16:00

17th November 2025 from 14:30 –16:00

24th November 2025 from 14:30 –16:00

Sessions

5

Course Description:

This five-week course introduces adult learners to essential online tools that support productivity, communication, creativity, and accessing digital services. Through live demonstrations, guided practice, and interactive tasks, participants will develop practical skills using free and accessible platforms for real-life applications.

Weekly Breakdown

Week 1

Using Microsoft Office Online Objective: Learn how to create, format, and share basic documents and spreadsheets using free, cloud-based tools. Learners will be introduced to Microsoft Word Online and Excel Online. The session will cover how to create and save documents in OneDrive, apply formatting, and share files digitally. This forms the foundation for writing, record-keeping, and professional communication.

Week 2

Shopping Online Objective: Understand how to navigate e-commerce websites safely and effectively. Learners will explore how to browse, compare, and purchase items online using popular platforms like Amazon. Topics include reading reviews, understanding delivery terms, using payment options, and recognizing common scams. Tools: Amazon, Jumia, Google Search, email for account setup Practical Task: Search for and compare two items; create a sample shopping cart (no purchase required)

Week 3

Marketing Strategies Online Using Canva Objective: Design simple digital content for personal promotion, small business, or community use. This session focuses on visual communication. Learners will use Canva to create basic flyers, social media graphics, or posters. The lesson introduces simple design principles and demonstrates how visuals can be used for outreach, events, or personal branding. Tools: Canva Practical Task: Design a flyer or post promoting a small event, service, or product

Week 4

Using AI Online (e.g., ChatGPT and Gamma App) Objective: Explore how AI tools can support productivity and creativity with minimal technical skills. Learners will be introduced to user-friendly AI platforms like Gamma, which generate slide presentations and visual content from short prompts. The session will also touch on AI best practices and responsible use. Tools: Gamma.app (or similar AI tools), internet browser Practical Task: Use AI toolsto create a visual presentation based on a topic of interest

Week 5

Using Online Services Objective: Build confidence in accessing essential services online for everyday needs. This session covers how to navigate government websites, book appointments, use cloud storage, and complete simple online forms. Learners will also discuss online privacy and how to protect personal information while using digital services. Tools: Google Drive, government/public portals, Gmail, health/booking websites Practical Task: Fill out a sample online form and upload a document to cloud storage

Delivery Method

Online Session

Registrations for this course are now fully booked