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Digital SkillsFree

Digital Skills for Daily Life

Email, smartphones, and staying safe online — explained slowly, kindly, and clearly.

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Taught by Daniel Chen

Lead English & Digital Skills Instructor

7 lessons · progress saved automatically

Level

Beginner

Duration

3 weeks

1–2 hours per week

Language

English

Certificate

Included free

Finish every lesson to earn it

What you'll learn

  • Create and use an email account with confidence
  • Spot phishing scams before they catch you
  • Use your browser's built-in safety features
  • Fill out online forms and applications

About this course

Computers and phones should work for you, not against you.

This course starts at the very beginning: setting up an email address, sending messages, and using your phone for daily tasks — then teaches you how to recognize scams and protect your information online.

Every lesson can be repeated as many times as you need. There are no silly questions here.

What you need

  • A phone or computer with internet
  • No prior computer experience needed

Who this course is for

Anyone who wants to feel confident and safe using technology.

Course content

3 modules · 7 lessons — preview lessons are open to everyone.

1Email Essentials1 lesson · 5 min
  • Setting Up Your Email Account Preview
2Staying Safe Online3 lessons · 14 min
  • Your Browser's Safety Features
  • Spotting Phishing Scams
  • Online Safety Quiz
3Everyday Apps That Help3 lessons · 29 min
  • Maps, Translate, and Your Camera
  • Filling Out Online Forms Without Fear
  • Everyday Apps Check

Ready to start learning?

Enroll free and every lesson unlocks — plus live classes and your certificate when you finish.