Beginners module one

Unit One: Basic Concepts of IT. : 

Unit One: Basic Concepts of IT. What is a computer? Different kinds of computers How a computer functions Components of a computer The concepts: hardware, software, Information Technology (IT) Diskette and Hard disk drives CD-ROM drives Software: Data representation: binary numbering system Storage media: Computer Performance Information Networks: The use of IT in everyday life: A good workspace and health Security Copyright and the law

Unit Two: Life Skills : 

Unit Two: Life Skills Goals, Values and Attitudes Self esteem Decision making and making choice. Gender roles Understanding sexuality. Puberty and adolescence Child’s responsibilities and rights Relationships Family Peer to peer relationship Responsible teenage sexual decision making Risks of engaging in sexual activities as teenagers Sexual abuse HIV and AIDS Positive living.

Unit Three: Using a Computer and Managing Files. : 

Unit Three: Using a Computer and Managing Files. Basic Knowledge of a Windows Environment Dialog Boxes, the Control Panel Files and Filenames Managing Diskettes, Drives and Files (My Computer) Windows Explorer The Organization of Files in Folders Word Processing in WordPad Compressing files, Viruses

Introduction : 

Introduction In some cultures it is a taboo to talk about sex and therefore some parents don't find it easy to discuss it with their children. Young people end up getting wrong information, from the street, friends , magazines and TV. ’

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Talking about sex gives you no permission to get involved in sexual activities. It is to give you information to protect yourself from getting hurt and sexually abused. Information received from television, advertising, music videos, movies, magazines and books shows people in bed and kissing. They do not show that this can lead to getting contracting sexually transmitted diseases, unplanned pregnancy, and even HIV&AIDS. © Infohut projects 2008 ®

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Why is It important that one must learn about sexual Matters ? Many young people are increasingly getting engaged in sexual activities at a young age , many have several partners. This results in more becoming pregnant, having abortions and contracting sexually transmitted diseases, of which HIV is the most serious. . In a family factors such as caring , respect, affection, love, commitment and responsibility are important Talking about sexual matters will equip young people with skills to protect themselves from becoming innocent victim of sexual abuse, harassment, forced sex and rape. © Infohut projects 2008®