| In April we followed up learning our about emails by exploring the email app and sending ourselves an email with a photo attached using Copy and Paste. We also used the Save Draft function. And then at the end we Deleted all of that hard work. The following week we all had another practise of our emailing skills. Email security was discussed as per the Be Connected unit ‘Email Safety and Security.’ We then launched into a new topic; ‘Introduction to buying and selling online.’ Elly was able to show everyone the Benalla Marketplace site and explain how the site works. I used the EBay site to demonstrate buying and purchased a new iPad cover online. I hope to be able to bring my new iPad cover to the next class. Jenny Sawyer |  |
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We had two sessions in March. Again, we discussed the Internet and made sure all participants were connected to the U3A Internet by looking for the appropriate network and then entering the passcode. If already connected previously then we checked that devices were set at automatically connect. To save time we added the Be Connected site to our Home Page as a direct link eliminating a Google search. The ensuing lessons were focused on ‘Using Email’:
Jenny Sawyer |
Be Connected'Be Connected'Attention all members with portable computing devices, be they smart phones, tablets, iPads or laptops. Benalla's Be Connected* courses are offered to members who would like to broaden their computing knowledge and increase their confidence using their smart phones, tablets, iPads and laptops. Internet access is provided by U3A. If you don't have a suitable device, U3A have a limited number of iPads and tablets for borrowing. Managing Money On-line - A new course in 2023 from the Be Connected team!
"Not sure about managing money online? Our new 'Be Connected - Managing Money Online' course in Semester 1 2023 uses Be Connected Modules to explore banking online - paying bills, setting up a banking app, using the bank website, checking balances and statements and transferring money. We'll also look at PayPal and making online purchases." Convenors and Contact Details
Jenny Sawyer
0409 545 182 
Robyn Lukey
0403 164 931 Meeting times and venue2nd and 3rd Mondays
11.30am to 12.30 pm Seniors Community Centre, 18 Fawckner Drive, U3A Room 1 Get Online WeekBe Connected also celebrates 'Get on Line Week' in October - usually at Meet and Mingle and involving lunch on the 'balcony' looking towards the lake.
LinksGet Online Week Celebrations at U3A Benalla 2018 - 2023
Be Connected Topic Library The Ultimate Safety Guide for Seniors Archives
October 2023
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