Required Technical Competency to Succeed in Online Courses
Familiarizing yourself with using computers and engaging in Web-related activities, as well as having access to the required hardware and tools, are critical factors in successful online learning. You should have some basic knowledge about how to:
- navigate the Internet
- use search engines
- use computer operating systems (Windows/Mac OS)
- send and receive e-mails
- use a word processing program to edit your writing assignments
- use course tools such as discussion forums and drop boxes
- use online video conferencing software
Familiarizing yourself with those tools will help you reduce your frustration while engaging in online learning activities.
