TECHNICAL LITERACY:
At minimum, students should:
• have an understanding of basic computer usage (creating folders/directories, switching between programs, formatting and backing up media, accessing the Internet).
• be able to use a word processing program (e.g., Microsoft Word) to create, edit, save, and retrieve documents. MS Word is provided free of charge to all TWU students.
• be able to use a Web browser to open Web pages, open PDF files, manage a list of Web pages (bookmarks/favorites), post to blogs and/or discussion boards, participate in chats, and search the Internet.
• be able to use an email program to send, receive, store, and retrieve messages.
• be able to download, install, and utilize basic software applications obtained from Internet sources.
HARDWARE & SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
This is a technology-based course. Students enrolled in this course are expected to complete assignments which require a higher level of technical capability than your average class. In order to effectively complete assignments, students should have access to a modern desktop or laptop computer with MS Office and should have regular access to a broadband internet connection.
EMERGENCY OR INTERRUPTION IN COMPUTER SERVICE
Prepare for unexpected problems and emergencies. Understand that problems and glitches do occur in electronic mediums, as they do in any learning environment. Have a back-up plan for completing course work, such as using the computers at a local library, in case your computer crashes or your service is interrupted.
In addition, students are encouraged to save backup copies of any assignments posted online. Legitimate system outages of LAMP/Sakai, should they occur, will be taken into consideration; should a system outage occur, revert to email or other means of communication with the instructor to ensure continued course progress.
