Prerequisite Skills Checklist

Ask for help with any of these skills via the Canvas Group Discussion.

Accounts

I know how to...

1. Use Duo for logging into my OSU accounts.
2. Login and update my ONID account.
3. Login to the new My OSU Dashboard.
4. Login to my OSU Outlook email.
5. Login to my OSU Canvas.

Keyboard

I know how to...

1. Restart my computer to improve performance.
2. Adjust the volume up and down.
3. Adjust the screen brightness.
4. Adjust the speed of my trackpad or mouse.

Operating System

I know how to...

1. Make software updates.
2. Connect to the internet.
3. Download a program, Acrobat (.pdf) file, or picture file.
4. Open an application/program.
5. Install and manage virus software. If not, contact the OSU Service Desk.

Hard Drive Management

I know how to...

1. Make a new file in an application.
2. Move or Copy a file from one folder/directory to another.
3. Move files from the Downloads folder to the Documents folder.
4. Search for a file.
5. Rename a file.
6. Open multiple File Explorer or Finder windows and place them side by side.
7. Locate my Operating System name and version number, which is: ___________

Email

I know how to...

1. Setup an email account.
2. Send and receive OSU Outlook messages.
3. Update the name that will show when people receive my messages.
4. Attach a document to an email message.
5. Download email attachments and organize them on my hard drive.

Browser

I know how to...

1. Install and use Chrome to ensure the textbook components are legible as intended.
2. Use CtlF or ⌘F to locate keywords on a web page.
3. Bookmark a favorite webpage.

Important feedback

I belong in this class because...

1. My degree program requires it.
2. I want to improve my computing skills for future courses and employment opportunities.
3. Even though I am computer savvy, I can learn and practice professional-level writing and computing to improve my employment opportunities.