Computer Classroom Orientation |
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Computer classroom
orientation You will do this activity with a partner; it helps
you to better understand how to use your computer and gives you an
overview of the network drives we will be using, as well as some basics in
creating a document in Word and joining the class website on NICENET.ORG Handout in .rtf format for easy download UPDATED for Spring 2006 -- I've divided it up into two parts. Part one (looking at our networked resources, the HCC page & Cherie's faculty page, creating a document in word, copying files from the sample folder to the student's W drive, etc.) Part two (looking at our various electronic resources: getting signed up for smarthinking and mycomplab) |
| Managing Files -- Computer classroom tipsheet. Covers how to create file folders, naming files, file types, and more. (I have since updated and added to the end of the syllabus) |
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Protecting your PC
-- here is an article about Spy ware, and how to protect yourself and your
computer. If you don't have special spy ware detection software, you are
at risk!
There is also a note at the end about a great website with free downloads for software like spybot and adaware (spy ware detectors). |
| Logon sheet and list of URLs -- here is a handy form to help you keep track of your various accounts and logons for Comp. 2 |
| Email Etiquette article from the Purdue University OWL-- here is an article about email etiquette |
| Getting Started Writing with Technology -- here is a list of useful websites for writers, divided up into several categories |
| Great websites
for learning more about using computers and technology http://netlingo.com an online dictionary of internet and technology terms http://www.howstuffworks.com/category.htm?cat=Comp How stuff works: the computer channel http://school.discovery.com/schrockguide/sci-tech/scicom.html Kathy Shrock's list of links for computers and technology |
Created by Cherie Dargan
Updated March 30, 2007
Contact me by email at cdargan@hawkeyecollege.edu
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