DO.4 Fix Technical Problems

Troubleshooting more complex technical problems

In My Life

I know where to go in my local community to take my device and access face-to-face support for technical issues.

In My Work

I can recognize device errors and report them to technical support.

In My Education

I can try basic troubleshooting techniques for technical problems and then request help from my teacher or my school's IT contact.

As a Teacher/Trainer

I can utilize diagnostic tools to identify and resolve common technical issues with my devices. (AI)

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Accessing Telehealth Appointments

Northstar Digital Literacy Assessment

This free assessment can be used to check you skills.

  • Quiz/Assessment
  • EF.3 Use Basic Browser Tools
  • OL.1 Find Services
  • EF.10 Create Safe Passwords
  • CO.3 Make Voice and Video Calls
  • CO.1 Communicate Effectively
  • EF.5 Understand My Computer
  • DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
  • OL.11 Access Help Features
  • MO.2 Understand Online Access
https://www.digitalliteracyassessment.org/#take-assessment
https://www.digitalliteracyassessment.org/go/?module=33
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iPhone Basics

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Learn the basics of operating and getting the most out of the popular Apple iPhone.

  • Course/Tutorial
  • DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
  • MO.4 Identify Basic Mobile Features
  • OL.10 Save and Manage Content
  • DO.2 Find Technical Support
  • MO.2 Understand Online Access
  • DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
  • MO.5 Practice Mobile Device Safety
  • DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLF61ED46632342CFF&si=puQOyKh867mEGHpB
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLF61ED46632342CFF&si=puQOyKh867mEGHpB
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Windows Basics

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Learn how to navigate, find and send files, use shortcuts, and do more in Windows.

  • Course/Tutorial
  • DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
  • EF.5 Understand My Computer
  • IS.6 Organize Information and Files
  • DO.2 Find Technical Support
  • EF.6 Save and Find Documents
  • IS.5 Use Search Strategies
  • DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
  • EF.1 Use Accessibility Features
  • DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpQQipWcxwt-AMXTVUZLE9s-XsyUtIsbw&si=t-XBClAtQViGrGAx
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpQQipWcxwt-AMXTVUZLE9s-XsyUtIsbw&si=t-XBClAtQViGrGAx
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macOS Basics

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Whether you're using macOS Mojave, High Sierra, Sierra, El Capitan, or Yosemite, you can learn some things from this free macOS Basics tutorial.

  • Course/Tutorial
  • DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
  • EF.5 Understand My Computer
  • IS.6 Organize Information and Files
  • DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
  • EF.4 Use the Mouse
  • EF.6 Save and Find Documents
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpQQipWcxwt_SeSKzH6kFPAnvDjaAQZ7x&si=6TTHGG17piwtzMcd
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpQQipWcxwt_SeSKzH6kFPAnvDjaAQZ7x&si=6TTHGG17piwtzMcd
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Windows 7

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Learn how to use this Microsoft operating system so you can customize it, find files and folders, and do more.

  • Course/Tutorial
  • DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
  • EF.5 Understand My Computer
  • IS.5 Use Search Strategies
  • DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
  • EF.6 Save and Find Documents
  • PS.4 Keep Kids Safe Online
  • DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL66F19FCE66442C17&si=EDoWdKwTo9n_0-fz
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL66F19FCE66442C17&si=EDoWdKwTo9n_0-fz
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Windows 8

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Learn how to use this Microsoft operating system so you can customize it, find files and folders, and do more.

  • Course/Tutorial
  • DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
  • EF.5 Understand My Computer
  • IS.6 Organize Information and Files
  • PS.4 Keep Kids Safe Online
  • DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
  • EF.6 Save and Find Documents
  • IS.5 Use Search Strategies
  • PS.5 Maintain Well-being Online
  • DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
  • EF.1 Use Accessibility Features
  • EF.12 Protect My Privacy on Shared Devices
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpQQipWcxwt9BQXaGY8D5etrq6f9aCw-Y&si=rvjoG18nMz7eq-dU
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpQQipWcxwt9BQXaGY8D5etrq6f9aCw-Y&si=rvjoG18nMz7eq-dU
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Windows 10

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Learn how to use this Microsoft operating system so you can customize it, find files and folders, and do more.

  • Course/Tutorial
  • DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
  • EF.5 Understand My Computer
  • DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
  • EF.1 Use Accessibility Features
  • PS.4 Keep Kids Safe Online
  • DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpQQipWcxwt-j_d4s8h3tLn-S1tKwmiRJ&si=55gqoQP9u9q3zatG
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpQQipWcxwt-j_d4s8h3tLn-S1tKwmiRJ&si=55gqoQP9u9q3zatG
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iPad Basics: Getting Started with the iPad

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Here's how to get started with an iPad.

  • Lesson
  • Video
  • DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
  • MO.4 Identify Basic Mobile Features
  • DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
  • DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/ipadbasics/
https://youtu.be/OQdC_hHlS7k
https://youtu.be/OQdC_hHlS7k
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iPad Basics

GCFLearnFree.org

Learn the basics of operating and getting the most out of the popular Apple iPad tablet.

  • Course/Tutorial
  • DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
  • MO.4 Identify Basic Mobile Features
  • OL.10 Save and Manage Content
  • DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
  • MO.5 Practice Mobile Device Safety
  • DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLF61ED46632342CFF&si=aXHFDTVOoh_-F8Qz
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLF61ED46632342CFF&si=aXHFDTVOoh_-F8Qz
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Computer Basics: Connecting to the Internet

GCFLearnFree.org

Learn how to get online and start using the Internet.

  • Lesson
  • Video
  • DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
  • EF.5 Understand My Computer
  • OL.10 Save and Manage Content
  • EF.11 Connect to Wifi
  • EF.7 Understand the Internet
https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/computerbasics/
https://youtu.be/93-3zmVvCGU
https://youtu.be/93-3zmVvCGU
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Computer Basics: Setting Up a Computer

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Learn know how to set up a computer.

  • Lesson
  • Video
  • DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
  • EF.5 Understand My Computer
  • DO.3 Keep Devices Safe and Secure
  • DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/computerbasics/
https://youtu.be/RnM3u99xIf4
https://youtu.be/RnM3u99xIf4
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Computer Basics: Inside a Computer

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Learn what's inside a computer.

  • Lesson
  • Video
  • DO.1 Maintain Tech Devices
  • EF.5 Understand My Computer
  • DO.4 Fix Technical Problems
https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/computerbasics/
https://youtu.be/HB4I2CgkcCo
https://youtu.be/HB4I2CgkcCo
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