Classes have been scheduled on the 3rd Tuesday from 10 am to 12 noon, with the first session on Tuesday 16th July in U3A Meeting Room 1.
This valued 5-session course is returning in Semester 2 for members keen to venture beyond the basics to find out more about what the internet has to offer. Targeting members already comfortable with tasks such as online subscriptions, emailing with photo attachments and managing files, there's an enormous range of possible content to explore with convenor Dawn Stephens.
Classes have been scheduled on the 3rd Tuesday from 10 am to 12 noon, with the first session on Tuesday 16th July in U3A Meeting Room 1.
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At our final session in June our group of eight discussed good things they had done on the internet in the past month including online banking, a smart TV, family history work, some good online shopping, creating screen print, file name & location, YouTube exercise classes and more We discussed Smart TV’s, Free Apps, websites offering a service, Netflix, YouTube; SBS, iView, Newspaperindex.com and Podcasts such as The History of English Podcasts, and The Conversation . Also on our agenda in June - The Stocard Free app for keeping a copy of all cards, licences, etc; Making a QR code to share your WiFi password, QR codes for tickets; and photobooks such as Snapfish and Vistaprint. We spent some time on Cloud Storage including Dropbox and Google Drive, iCloud and Apple’s Air Drop; looked at using a USB for backup/storage; and also looked at reopening closed tabs in Google Drive using ‘History’. Scroll through the session notes below and follow the links to topics mentioned above: We finished the session looking at Artificial Intelligence via ChatGPT. ChatGPT is chatbot software capable of writing poems, college-level essays and even computer code. Experts say the software highlights how far AI has come in just a few years, while still spotlighting concerns around accuracy. We watched the following video on The Rise of GPT This is what came out just seconds later when the Artificial Intelligence app Chat GPT was asked to “Write poem on seniors internet group’s last session with Dawn…”
In a virtual realm where connections reside, Where the elder souls find solace inside, There, in the world of internet's grace, Seniors unite, seeking wisdom's embrace. Amidst the glowing screens, their fingers do roam, Exploring the depths of knowledge, their new home. For these seasoned minds, age no longer a plight, Their spirits gleaming, their hearts alight. Dawn, the narrator, with her voice so serene, Guides them through pixels, like a luminary queen. With every word she weaves, her melody so clear, She paints their stories, the laughter, and the tears. The last session dawns, a bittersweet day, Their time together slowly fading away. Years of shared memories within this digital sphere, Now it's time to part, hearts heavy with cheer. Dawn's voice, now tender, with a touch of melancholy, Recites their journey, a testament to their folly. From tales of youth to lessons hard-earned, The seniors listen, emotions churned. A gentle sigh escapes with every memory told, A treasure trove of wisdom, more valuable than gold. hey've laughed, they've learned, they've cherished it all, Through the ups and downs, united in their call. Dawn's voice grows softer, like whispers in the wind, As she bids farewell to each beloved friend. But the bond they forged, it shall never wane, For the spirit of their unity forever shall remain. In the depths of their souls, a fire brightly burns, Their thirst for knowledge, a flame that still yearns. Though the sessions may end, the stories won't fade, In their hearts, they'll live on, like a serenade. So, as Dawn's voice recedes, its echoes sublime, Seniors gather strength, embracing the sands of time. For they've shared their tales, enriched and true, And the world is brighter because of the likes of you. If you would like to read the results of other tasks set for the AI app, including writing an essay on What Quantum Theory Is, go to https://chat.openai.com/share/7b68512d-930c-4d1e-8a00-075415a43d54 Dawn Stephens Nine people attended the May session of Enjoying the Internet, with another rich menu of ways in which to Enjoy the Internet on offer. Here are the notes for the session - click on the links to open resources to enjoy: This month we are trialling a new method of sharing Session notes. Here are the Session 3 notes for you to scroll through and read - you can click on the links and/or download the document from the 'button' below the notes. Dawn Stephens
We welcomed and introduced two new members to the group in March, and sadly noted a couple of apologies. We began by reviewing some of what we did last month--particularly, screen shots, passwords (password managers, notes, text files), Blue tooth, and YouTube. We then looked at: 1. Examples of how we use and enjoy the internet. a. Property Sales b. GPS Google Maps & White pages c. Google, or search engine of your choice d. Hobbies i. Reading: - Herald Sun, Borrow Box, Audible etc. ii. Family History-Ancestry & My Heritage iii. Cooking-recipes. 2. Internet safety & Operating Systems—keep up to date! During this segment, we watched the following videos: 3. Free software 4. What is a PDF file? 5. Live Streaming We looked at the Benalla Council Webpage and viewed a council meeting during a segment on viewing and live streaming meetings. Live streaming of Funerals became popular during Covid. Other examples of live streaming from the TV Apps were discussed. The full Session 2 Notes, which include lots of links to follow up, are available as a PDF document by clicking this link - Enjoying the Internet is held on the third Tuesday morning from 10 to 12 in Classroom 1.
Dawn Stephens A group of 10 gathered for our first session. Our group use a variety of devices-Windows PC, Apple Mac, iPad & Android tablets, and iPhone & Android phones. After introductions we looked at some of the basics of using the internet, and some enjoyable bits of using the Internet.
We used the projector and the TV screen to share information.
Next session: We will look at some ways we use Internet for hobbies, live streaming, free software, google maps and more—for a good time, I hope. Dawn Stephens Held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon from February to June, ‘Enjoying the Internet’ commences on the 21st February in U3A Room 1. A welcoming email with a draft summary of the program has been sent to class members and is available below as a PDF. Dawn Stephens
'Enjoying the Internet' is a course for members keen to venture beyond the basics to find out more about what the internet can offer! Targeting members already comfortable with tasks such as online subscriptions, emailing with photo attachments and managing files, there's an enormous range of possible content to explore. Members will be encouraged to contribute topics, to develop the skills covered in class during the month and to report back during a 'Pains and Gains' segment at the following class. 'Enjoying the Internet' will focus on supporting PC and laptop users; however, users of other devices are also welcome.
Convenor: Dawn Stephens 3rd Tuesday 10 am to 12 noon U3A Room 1 |
Enjoying the Internet
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