Learn Digital Skills

Digital literacy is a life skill we need to talk to friends on social media, share our photos, shop online, apply for jobs, use electronic banking and fill in government forms.

If you haven't used a computer at school or work as an adult, or if you don't have access to a computer or the internet, there are support services available to help you gain access and learn digital skills. These services will help you become more confident and stay safe online, while also providing ways to build your digital skills so that you can help others.

Digital Ready for Daily Life

Digital Ready for Daily Life Tas helps you get online safely and confidently so you can enjoy the opportunities digital tools and devices have to offer.  Follow along on facebook @digitalreadyfordailylife for useful tips.

Also check out these online resources that can help you get started with some digital basics.

• Why be online?
• Getting started with email
• Building confidence with technology and devices
• Internet banking - what you need to know
• How to avoid being scammed
• The importance of passwords

Be Connected Network and Good Things Foundation Australia

The BeConnected learning website was created for the eSafety Commissioner and contains online courses to top up your skills at your own pace: 

• Digital Skills Checker
• Setting up and using email  
• Useful apps
• How to choose mobile phones for seniors

The Good Things Foundation who manages the BeConnected website has also compiled a library of learning resources. You may choose a subject you're interested in or search the full list of resources.

Burnie Community House

burniecommunityhouse.com.au
24 Wiseman St, Shorewell Park

Office facilities:

Photocopying / Printing / Fax / Phone Service / Computer Access. Available during business hours at no cost.

Computers for seniors:

Need some help with learning how to use a computer? Book an appointment with Shandel on 6433 3219

Libraries Tasmania

libraries.tas.gov.au
30 Alexander St, Burnie
burnie.library@education.tas.gov.au
(03) 6477 7400

Libraries Tasmania have a great range of physical resources as well as eResources to help you learn, feel more confident, and have fun in this digital world.

Computers, Wifi and Tech Support at Burnie Library

• Go to the library to use a computer and get online – it’s free. Just ask the library staff or volunteers for help.
• You can also book online to use a library computer using your library membership card.
• Use the internet for free.  The library has free Wi-Fi for you to use with your mobile or laptop.
  If you need help connecting to the Wi-Fi network, again just ask.

eResources

Here are some things you can try:

• Read online for free with your library card: magazines-and-newspapers
• ebooks and audiobooks, comics, graphic novels and children’s stories 
• Learn a new language online for free with your library card
• Discover family history resources and support
• Get help with research and finding information
• Read online newspaper archives
• Complete Niche Academy tutorials on Google Docs, Linked In, Pinterest and more 
• For Students or their parents/caregivers Libraries Tasmania members have access to free online study and homework help, anytime, anywhere with their library card! 
  Studiosity lets users connect with qualified teachers, tutors and subject specialists in core Australian curriculum subjects.

Get help to do things online

Do you need help using your device?  Library staff and volunteers can help you to use a laptop, iPad, or mobile to:

• Fill in an online form
• Open an email account or check your email
• Watch movies and documentaries
• Stream and download music
• Create and format a document
• Search online for a job
• Help with MyGov app 
• Using social media, gumtree and google photos
• Researching your family history.

University of Tasmania

Cradle Coast Campus, 2/8 Bass Hwy, Burnie
(03) 6430 4949

• Can the general public use the library?
• How do I connect to wifi at University? (If you are a student, or a member of the public - UGuest)
• Do I need a computer and internet access to study?
• Where are the computer labs?
• Can I borrow a laptop from the Library? (students)

Unity Café welcomes students, staff and community visitors with beverages and light food options between 8.30am – 2pm, Monday to Friday.  Cradle Coast UniMap

Devonport Online Access Centre

Level 1, paranaple centre
137 Rooke St, Devonport
0444 525 434
Devonport OAC (NWTas)

A community-managed service, supported by Libraries Tasmania.

For a small fee, staff and volunteers at the Online Access Centre can help you to:

• Use your device, such as phones, tablets and digital cameras
• Help with email
• Search the internet
• Use social media
• Buying and selling online
• Scanning and CD burning

The centre charges $5 for technology support up to half an hour, and $12 for training and support up to 2 hours.

Digital help sessions include:

devonport.oac@education.tas.gov.au
https://www.facebook.com/Devonport.Online