Skills Needed

Submitted by jfalkofske on Tue, 07/21/2009 - 06:27
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What technical knowledge is expected of students in online learning courses?
 
You don't need to be computer guru in order to take an online class, however you do need to be comfortable with using your computer and dealing with any problems which may occur.
Online students are expected to complete the following activities:
  • access the Internet using a web browser.
  • write and edit documents using Microsoft Word.
  • read and send e-mail (including attachments) using the campus e-mail account.
  • describe and explain rules of netiquette.
  • manage files and folders on a computer, including moving and renaming files.
  • download and install software.
  • complete online forms and questionnaires.
  • follow a step-by-step instruction sheet for changing software or Internet browser settings. 
If you are not confident demonstrating the above skills, consider taking a short computer class prior to enrolling in an online course.