Learners should understand how computers and apps work, how to control them and solutions to simple issues, like resetting them.
They should be able to use common inputs, such as keyboards, mice and touchscreens, to find their way around the device, including opening and using apps and changing settings to make it easier to use.
This learning covers Experience and Outcome x-03a.
Where to start
BBC Bitesize has useful information on how computers and the internet work.
This section focuses on the basic knowledge and skills required to setup and get started with the most common devices and how to keep them more secure.
CyberFirst is the national cyber security education programme from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). Their CyberSprinters game and teaching resources is an easy place to get started with cyber.
Go to CyberSprinters
Our Cyber Toolkit provides more practical advice on teaching learners about staying safe and secure when online.
The SQA Academy has a series of FREE, simple and interactive guides for spending money online:
Got to SQA Acadamy Digital Learning Guides
Every secondary school has copies of Your Money Matters textbooks and resources:
Go to Your Money Matters Scotland
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