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Technical Skills Self-Evaluation

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Do you have the technical skills necessary to complete an online course? Do you have the necessary Internet skills to work in an online learning environment? Our technical skills self-evaluation can help you decide.

To take the Technical Skills Self-Evaluations, choose the number from the list below that best describes your response to each statement, then click the Get Results button to see an assessment of your distance learning readiness.

1=Strongly disagree
2=Disagree
3=Neither
4=Agree
5=Strongly agree

Computer skills 1 2 3 4 5
I understand basic file management tasks such as creating and renaming files and folders.
I know how to save and retrieve files and documents.
I am able to have several applications open at the same time and move between them.
I know how to install software on my computer.
I can describe any technical difficulties I may have in order to receive assistance.
Software skills 1 2 3 4 5
I am familiar with word processing software and can use it comfortably.
I understand how to use an email program (and have one or will get one).
I am comfortable creating html documents and web pages.
I know how to use file compression software such as WinZip or StuffIt.
I know how to update my browser software.
Internet skills 1 2 3 4 5
I know how to get connected to the Internet.
I can use Web browsers such as Netscape or Internet Explorer.
I know how to download and install the latest browser plug-ins.
I understand how to change my browser settings.
I have published web pages.
I know how to search the Web effectively.
I can upload and download files (using FTP or other transfer methods).