The revolution in information technologies has transformed nearly every aspect of campus life. Ideally, students should possess a wide variety of computer skills upon entering UNG.
Students in an online or hybrid program should be comfortable with these skill sets:
Have a computer or access to a computer with video and audio capability, plus a webcam and headset with a microphone if they are not already part of the computer. This is required equipment when using online proctoring software such as Respondus Lockdown Browser and Monitor and ProctorU (Google Chromebooks are not supported).
Navigate eLearning (D2L), including using the email component within eLearning
Be willing to learn how to communicate using a discussion board
Be comfortable uploading and downloading assignments to a classroom website
Navigate the Internet with a browser such as Chrome, Firefox or Safari
Be aware of major legal, ethical, and security issues in information technology (i.e., privacy, copyright, plagiarism, citing sources, “netiquette,” hacking, hoaxes, and viruses) and abide by appropriate technology use guidelines for document creation and web-based communications
Engage in computer-based communication using email and social media
Be able to create structured electronic documents using applications such as Microsoft Office
Produce digital media-enhanced presentations using software such as Microsoft PowerPoint, Apple Keynote, Apple iMovie, Adobe Premiere, and Adobe Photoshop
Use appropriate online sources for research and use wise judgment as to the validity and usefulness of web-based sources and their content
NOTE: The general rule of thumb regarding college studying is that for each class, students should spend approximately two-three hours of study time outside of class for each hour spent in class.
You should be spending roughly 30 hours of study time and 15 hours in class. These 45 hours are the equivalent of a full-time job, which is the reason that you’re called a "full-time" student. For many, this number is can be a surprise.
Before You Begin Your Online Course
Before beginning an online course, you need to be aware of a few technology issues.
Please read the following carefully. These issues must be addressed before you begin your coursework.
Please note: Your instructor may have additional requirements. Refer to your course syllabus.
eLearning@UNG (D2L) software is designed to be mobile-friendly, but not all features will be available. Using a mobile device for doing work in an online class is not recommended.
