Digital Foundations™A program of The Luc Cochran Foundation
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YouTube Basics

Search, watch, subscribe, and use captions and playback speed. This course is written in plain language, moves at your pace, and never assumes you have used technology before. Every lesson includes clear steps, examples and a short knowledge check so you can be sure the skill stuck.

Duration
40 min
Lessons
6 lessons
Quizzes
1 quiz
Instructor
The Luc Cochran Foundation
Last updated
Updated August 31, 2026

What you’ll learn

  • Find and watch a helpful video

Course curriculum

Finding and Watching Videos

Learn to search YouTube and control how videos play.

  1. 1Searching for a VideoSearch for and open a video on YouTube.8 min
  2. 2Video Playback ControlsUse pause, volume, captions, and playback speed while watching a video.9 min

Managing Your Account and Subscriptions

Sign in, subscribe to channels, and save videos for later.

  1. 1Signing In and Subscribing to ChannelsSign in with a Google account and subscribe to a channel.8 min
  2. 2Saving Videos and Building PlaylistsSave videos to watch later and create a playlist.8 min

Staying Safe and Comfortable on YouTube

Manage recommendations, ads, and privacy settings.

  1. 1Understanding Ads and RecommendationsExplain how YouTube ads and recommended videos work.7 min
  2. 2Privacy and Parental ControlsAdjust privacy settings and set up restricted mode when needed.7 min

YouTube Basics Quiz

Passing score 70% · unlimited attempts

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Who this course is for

  • Adults new to technology
  • Seniors building confidence
  • Job seekers
  • Students and families