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  • Help and support for online learning


    Everyone who studies on our courses has different levels of knowledge and skills when it comes to the digital world. Brushing up on your digital skills will help you to get the most from your course here on PropaGate Learning.

    Scroll down the page and you will see a list of digital skills/topics. You will also see a section on using PropaGate Learning, our online learning platform. 

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A basic introduction to computers

  • A basic introduction to computers

    If you have little experience with computers and feel you need help getting started with IT, a basic introduction may suit your needs best.

    Below are two free online courses: the first is an introduction to computing in general, and the second is an introduction to using the internet. Access these courses by clikcing on the links, which are underlined and in a different text colour.


    Introduction to computing

    The website from Digital Learn has mini lessons on computing designed for beginners, and will take you through the basics of how to use computers and the internet.

    Click on the following link to access it: DigitalLearn website.


    Introduction to using the internet

    The website from GCF Global will take you through the basics of how the internet works and how to use it.

    Click on the following link to access it: GCF Internet Basics

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