TFS – Topics

This Post lists all the Topics in the website. It can be used to create flexible a curriculum for our Learning Communities. To use this highlight and copy the name of the Post and paste it into the Learning Center curriculum area list for the particular week.

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7 Little Words

Game of the Week : 7 Little Words Introduction to 7 Little Words 7 Little …

Adding a website shortcut to your Home Screen

This Post describes how you can create a shortcut on your tablet Home Screen to …

Brief Introduction to the Internet

What is the Internet?  The Internet is a global network of billions of computers and devices.  With …

Calculator

Everyone occasionally needs a calculator. Whether you are doing basic math, conversions in the kitchen, …

Calendar

Introduction to the Calendar App Use your tablet as a calendar that never run out …

Camera App Reference

This lesson covers the Camera App. It couples with the Gallery App to provide a …

Essential Alexa Commands

There are many Alexa commands for many different types of people.  Now that you know …

Exploring the World with MapQuest

Do your travel virtually? One of the objectives of the Gifts for Seniors/Tech for Seniors …

Game of the Week : 7 Little Words

Introduction to 7 Little Words 7 Little Words is a fun and engaging word puzzle …

Getting Started with Your Tablet

Quick Start to Your Tablet We hope you have been able to read the printed …

Getting Started with Your Tablet – Homework

Quick Start to Your Tablet – …

How to Play Sudoku Works

Sudoku is a wonderfully engaging game for our community of learners. It is a global …

Internet Hygiene 101

Overview of what to watch out for in leaving the TFS secure environment.

Introducing JusTalk

JusTalk allows you to use your table to connect with friends, families and events remotely. …

Introducing the MapQuest App

Most of us can think back in time to remember printed maps and even the …

Introduction to Alexa

You can use your voice to control your tablet. Amazingly, no tapping or typing is …

JusTalk Review

JusTalk allows you to use your table to connect with friends, families and events remotely. …

Lesson 1 – Summoning Alexa

Summoning Alexa In this lesson, we will show you how to summon Alexa so that …

Lesson 2 – Essential Alexa Commands

Essential Alexa Commands There are many Alexa commands for many different types of people.  Now …

Links for Seniors App

Links for Seniors is an app on your tablet that will introduce you to the …

Links For Seniors Class Notes

Learn to use the internet in a safe environment. An overview of the Links for Seniors Links area of the website.

Links for Seniors Review

Links for Seniors provides a safe internet environment to access material relevant to using the …

Links: Navigating the Internet

Links for Seniors is your safe introduction to the Internet and all of the information …

Mahjong Master

There are a number of Mahjong games available on the Amazon App Store. Refer to …

MapQuest 101

This post is an intro to MapQuest

Microsoft Translator Quick Start

Microsoft Translator is a useful communication tool that allows you to interact with other cultures. …

Navigating on your tablet

Now that you have gained some experience with your tablet, let’s identify the actions that …

Play Classic Solitaire

A game of Solitaire is a good way to practice your tablet skills. This lesson will get you started on the classic game of Solitaire. The lesson includes includes a video, step-by-step description of play and more.

Playing Chess

Learn to play chess with this app

Sparks – Future Topics

Sparks Below are additional topics to explore. These are lessons that we may not have …

Summoning Alexa

In this lesson, we will show you how to summon Alexa so that you can …

Talk to your Tablet with Alexa

Your tablet will respond to you when you call her Alexa. So instead of tapping …

The Calculator

The Camera and Gallery App

This lesson is an quick introduction and overview of the Camera and Gallery Apps. These …

The Clock App

The Clock app on your tablet offers several functions that help you manage time effectively. …

The Clock App

Never Stop …

The MapQuest App

NOTE: The Maps application is no longer supported and is replaced by MapQuest.  The two main …

The Periodic Table App

If you enjoy science, especially Chemistry, this app is definitely up your alley. If not, …

The Senior Linkage Line

MinnesotaHelp.info in a statewide website you can use to find resources and providers that will provide the help you need.

The Weather app

Never Stop …

TuneIn App

TuneIn allows you to listen to an amazing number of radio stations across the world. …

Using the Camera Application

The Camera Application is a reasonable quality still and video camera you can use to …

Using the Gallery App

This article provides a more in-depth look at the Gallery App. The Camera App and …

Using your Fingers to Navigate on your Tablet

This lesson will teach you basic gestures and actions for your tablet using the Maps app. We’ll also introduce you to typing using the onscreen keyboard.

Week 8 – What do we do now? – Class Notes

Links for Seniors provides a safe internet environment to access material relevant to using the …

Wikipedia

Wikipedia – Your online encyclopedia When most of us were growing up, many families had …

Wikipedia – Your online encyclopedia

We want your tablet to add connection, fun, and learning to your life. So your …

Zoom Video Meetings

This course will teach you about Zoom and joining Zoom video call.