1. Computer Basics & Hardware
• Introduction to Computers: Definition, working principles, and core functions.
• Generations of Computers: 1st to 5th generations, key technologies (vacuum tubes, transistors, ICs, microprocessors, and AI), and historical examples (e.g., ENIAC, IBM 1401).
• Computer Parts & Peripherals: Input and output devices, identification and uses of keyboards (function keys, modifier keys, shortcuts) and mice (left/right/scroll buttons).
• Basic OS & Desktop Management: Understanding the desktop, icons, taskbar, recycle bin, file naming, and file/folder management.
• Basic Applications: Using Paint (pencil, eraser, brush tools).
2. Microsoft Office Suite
• MS Word: Word processing basics, document formatting, screens, and menu bars.
• MS Excel: Spreadsheet creation, basic data handling, and formulas.
• MS PowerPoint: Creating presentations, inserting text, images, audio, and video, plus slide show animations.
• Shortcuts: Common keyboard shortcuts across MS Office applications.
3. Internet & Digital Communication
• Internet Basics: Introduction, necessity, connection requirements, web browsers, and search engines.
• File Operations: Downloading files from the web.
• Email: Creating and using email accounts.
• Online Meetings & Collaboration: Basic operation of virtual meeting tools like Google Meet and Zoom.
• Internet Ethics & Cyber Safety: Safe internet practices and online security basics.
4. ICT & AI in Education (Government Platforms)
• Digital Education Platforms: NISHTHA, DIKSHA, PM e-Vidya (SWAYAM), and Jharkhand-specific monitoring or learning tools like J-Guruji.
• ICT & AI Integration: Basic knowledge of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the teaching-learning process and personalized learning.
