Links: Learning Area
The Learning Area is a conglomeration of information with different ways of exploring the TFS safe website content.
Applications
And here is a list of most of the topics included on the TFS Links for Seniors website. Use the search bar on the top of the table to search for topics of interest, like “justalk”, “gallery”, “Alexa”, or “Chess”. Let us know if you have any difficulty with using this functionality.
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| 2 – 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. |
| 7 Little Words | Game of the Week : 7 Little Words Introduction to 7 Little Words 7 Little … |
| Advanced Application Search | You can search for information by application type. By default all apps are shown, you … |
| 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 … |
| Exploring the World with Silk and MapQuest | This is a short overview of how you can use the Silk browser and/or MapQuest … |
| Game of the Week : 7 Little Words | Introduction to 7 Little Words 7 Little Words is a fun and engaging word puzzle … |
| How to Play Sudoku Works | Sudoku is a wonderfully engaging game for our community of learners. It is a global … |
| Intoducing Zoom Conferencing | The Benefits of Zoom for Video Calls Video calls allow you to use your table … |
| 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 … |
| Jehovah Witness app and online services | Information on Jehovah’s Witness meetings |
| JusTalk Help | This page lauches information directly from the JusTalk.com website so it will likely stay accurate … |
| 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 Links | New Links for Seniors post. Spring 2025 |
| Mahjong Master | There are a number of Mahjong games available on the Amazon App Store. Refer to … |
| MapQuest – Advanced Training | This is a detailed, more in-depth discussion about the functionality in MapQuest. |
| MapQuest 101 | This post is an intro to MapQuest |
| MapQuest Overview | Overview of MapQuest facilities |
| MapQuest, Silk Browser and Tablet Performance | A high level look at MapQuest, the Silk Browser and Tablet Performance considerations |
| Microsoft Translator Quick Start | Microsoft Translator is a useful communication tool that allows you to interact with other cultures. … |
| Play Solitaire | Have you ever played a game of solitaire using playing cards? The Solitaire game is … |
| Playing Chess | Learn to play chess with this app |
| 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 Weather app | Never Stop … |
| TuneIn App | TuneIn allows you to listen to an amazing number of radio stations across the world. … |
| Using Libby for Fun and Travel | The “Spark” here can be both for being able to remotely access a large number … |
| 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. |
| Weather App | Your 24 Hour Weather Source The Weather app can provide a weather forecast at any … |
| 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 … |
| Working with the Amazon App Store – Library | As part of opening up our tablets for more apps and such, we can unlock … |
| Zoom Training & Support | Zoom Meeting Link for Tech for Seniors Training and Support Tap the Button to Join … |
| Zoom Video Meetings | This course will teach you about Zoom and joining Zoom video call. |
Courses
This section lists the course material and some additional training available.
| Title | Description |
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| Week 1 – Getting Started with Your Tablet | This lesson identifies how to charge your tablet and how to start it. This reviews topics that are also covered on your printed Quick Start Guide |
| Week 2 – Using your Fingers to Navigate on your Tablet | This lesson will teach you basic gestures and actions for your tablet using the MapQuest app. We’ll also introduce you to typing using the onscreen keyboard. |
| Week 3 – Controlling your Tablet with your Voice and Alexa | You can use your voice to control your tablet. Amazingly, no tapping or typing is required. Just use your voice! This course will get your started. |
| Week 4 – Wikipedia & Seven Little Words | We want your tablet to add connection, fun, and learning to your life. So your … |
| Week 5 Joining a JusTalk Video Meeting & Links for Seniors | This course will teach you about Zoom and joining Zoom video call. |
| Week 5 Joining a Zoom Video Meeting & Links for Seniors | This course will teach you about Zoom and joining Zoom video call. |
| Week 6 – Games and Utilities | Welcome to the Week 6 Tech for Seniors Lesson. The Week 6 Lesson for the … |
| Week 7 – Camera & Calendar | Welcome to the Week 7 Tech for Seniors Lesson. The Week 6 Lesson for the … |
| Week 8 – Class Wrap up, Zoom, Links, Music | Welcome to the Week 8 Tech for Seniors Lesson. Thank you for participating in our … |
Sparks
This section shows the current topics that learners expressed an interest and possibly some topics you may not have considered.
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Interesting Learning Sites
Here are are a few external websites that you may find interesting. As a reminder, please be extra cautious once you leave the TFS Links for Seniors website. You can always return here by using the backarrow (the farthest left icon on the bottom of the tablet). Please let us know if you have a personal favorite that you thinik others might enjoiy.
AARP Fraud Watch Network How to spot, Who to call, How to recover from fraud
1440 News The knowledge company for the intellectually curious
NASA The National American Space and Aeronautics Agency
News Literacy Project Organization focused on helping students and the public discern fact from fiction and to critically evaluate news media, not to promote specific political agendas
Everything
This query returns all the student information on the TFS Website. That can be a lot of information but it your are sure none of the other queries address your needs, have at it…
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