Technology equipment and computer skills are necessary elements needed in an online course.

This computer skills assessment pertains to any course that requires basic word processing, and internet skills. The following statements can help you assess your computer skills and determine if you are a good candidate for Online courses and for courses that use a web-based component.

Check off the answers to the following questions to help you decide if your computer skills support your desire to participate in Murray State College courses that have web-based components..  MSC provides excellent computer skills training in a variety of credit hour Computer Applications and Concepts classes. 

Be sure to complete this online orientation regardless of your computer skills assessment analysis..

Computer Skills Assessment

 

YES

 

NO

 1.

I can use a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Netscape Communicator or Navigator, or AOL.

 2.

I'm comfortable using a word processing program such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Works, or WordPerfect.

 3.

I can use more than one program at a time or view more than one web page at a time.

 4.

I can send e-mail with an attachment.

 5.

I can cut/copy and paste text.

 6.

I can download and install a computer program or plug-in.

 7.

I am comfortable learning a new computer program.

 8.

I am comfortable using online Help or a manual to solve problems and answer questions.

 9.

I can comfortably use Internet search engines to research information.

10.

I can download and upload documents from and to my computer while I am online.

ANALYSIS: To be a good candidate for an online program, you should have answered YES to all the questions. 

If you answered NO to any of the questions you will need to evaluate your computer skills and determine if you will be able to complete the online course successfully.  Be sure to complete the online orientation to get detailed information on any computer skills questions or concerns you might have.

If you answered YES to all the questions:

If you answered NO to any of the questions:

The online course delivery method is suitable for you. You may proceed to the Hardware and Software Requirements for a Windows PC or a Macintosh.

 Please finish online orientation to get detailed information about computer skills and requirements for an online course.

The online course delivery method is probably NOT suitable for you at this time.  You do, however, have several other options that are available to you. MSC provides credit hour courses in computer applications and concepts that will help you to acquire the computer skills needed to be a successful online learner. Go to the MSC course catalog for appropriate class schedules.

Please finish online orientation to get detailed information about computer skills and requirements for an online course.

 

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