Introducing Computer to my little brother

By Azys Syaiful Anwar

Computer is one of useful gadget that man has ever made. It is able to helps us solving many problems, for example storing data, designing something, communicating even make money from your comfortable house. Besides, computer also becomes multipurpose tool that can be used in every place, whether it is in the office or school. Since computer literacy is very important, I introduce the basic of operating computer to my little brother, Diaz.

          Firstly, I use simple games containing educative feature, such as learning to read and recognizing alphabet to attract Diaz attention. I do it when he is still kindergarten student or about four or five years old. I also teach him how to use the mouse and operating the software through some shortcuts provided on desktop. He responds well and even he learns to turn on or turn off the computer by seeing the way I do that.

           Growing older, he prefers to play such adventure or entertaining games that may lead him to less of learning motivation. However, I still allow him to use my computer, but he is also need to learn. Through this way, I give him a lesson about how to draw a picture using Corel Draw. I only give him a basic of drawing such as creating boxes, circles and also coloring them. He enjoys it especially when coloring the object.

          Using Corel Draw, I also teach him the kind of colors in English. I think it is more effective rather than asking him to memorize colors and try to tell them in English. Besides, I can also teach him constructing new object by combining circles and boxes. Then, he is able to draw a robot and ship.