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Basic Computing Skills

Online instructors and course builders should have the following basic computing skills:
  • Working knowledge and ability to navigate and interact with Windows or Mac operating system graphic user interface (the desktop, system preferences, and folder/file directory) to change system settings, locate files, create new folder directories and launch/run and quit software applications.
  • Ability to connect to the World Wide Web via the Internet using a hard-wired Ethernet connection or wireless connection.
  • Working knowledge of desktop electronic mail (e-mail) client or web-based e-mail service such as Microsoft Outlook, Apple Mail, or Google Gmail, including the ability to send and receive file attachments.
  • Ability to use a web browser to navigate and search the World Wide Web, including uploading and downloading files.
  • Ability to install and uninstall software programs from a disk or downloaded image file from the World Wide Web.
  • Working knowledge of word processing software such as Microsoft Word, including the ability to create PDF documents.
  • Working knowledge of presentation software such as Microsoft PowerPoint.
  • A basic familiarity with Kent State University's FlashLine intranet, especially the Faculty & Advisor Tools tab.
  • A basic familiarity with a learning management system such as Moodle, Desire2Learn, or Blackboard (WebCT, Vista, or Learn).
Need help? Support is available through the Faculty Professional Development Center which offers one on one consultations, faculty workshops, and Windows and Mac work stations to learn and practice new skills. E-mail fpdc@kent.edu or phone (330)-672-2992.

Faculty new to KSU should review Information Services Technology Checklist - Faculty, Staff, GA page for information on KSU FlashLine, e-mail, and accessing KSU resources from off campus via Kent State VPN.

For additional questions, please visit the KSU Help Desk at support.kent.edu.