BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS

Distance education courses are delivered to you in a variety of methods. The following statements can help you assess your computer skills and determine which courses might suit you best. When finished, click the Score button at the bottom of the page.

N.B. (This questionnaire is adapted from "Computer Skills Assessment", Division of Distance Education, Eastern Oregon University, 2005: http://www.eou.edu/dde/index.html)
 

1. I can use a web browser such as Netscape Communicator or Navigator,
   Internet Explorer, or AOL.
   Yes No

2. I'm comfortable using a word processing program such as Microsoft Word,
   Microsoft Works, or WordPerfect.
   Yes No

3. I can use more than one program at a time or view more than one web page at a time.
   Yes No

4. I can send e-mail with an attachment.
   Yes No

5. I can cut/copy and paste text.
   Yes No

6. I can download and install a computer program or plug-in.
   Yes No

7. I am comfortable learning a new computer program.
   Yes No

8. I am comfortable using online Help or a manual to solve problems and answer questions.
   Yes No

Your total score is

Total score between 9 and 16 A variety of course delivery methods are suitable for you. (View the list of delivery options available.) You may wish to read the interpretation of these statements or proceed to the Computer equipment requirements for a Windows PC or a Macintosh. Please finish this assessment with a stop at Next Steps! Total score 8 or below Options are available for you. (View the list of delivery methods.) Additionally, NSU's Division of Distance Education offers a course that may interest you: "Survival Skills for Distance Learners" is a 2 credit course that will provide individuals participating in distance education the opportunity to develop strategies which will assist them in becoming successful students. (View the complete syllabus for this course.) Please review the interpretation of these statements before making a final decision. Then proceed to the Computer equipment requirements for a Windows PC or a Macintosh. Please finish this assessment with a stop at Next Steps!