User:Vtaylor/Computer Literacy/Getting Started
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Getting Started - Introductions, Information Systems
- the ability to use computers and related technology efficiently, with a range of skills covering levels from elementary use to programming and advanced problem solving. By another measure, computer literacy requires some understanding of computer programming and how computers work.
Throughout the course, we will be exploring a broad range of topics that are considered to be components of computer literacy. It is important to have a general appreciation many of these components and concepts. If you are interested, you can learn more on your own. Throughout the course, you and your classmates will use the discussions to share information you find about the topics. These shared resources are great sources of information.
Learning Outcomes
- introduce yourself and "meet" your classmates
- explore the course structure and presentation
- use the discussion for sharing information
- review the course outline and develop an understanding for the topics to be covered
- work through the assignment activities to practice many of the basic computer literacy skills
Keywords
- information system, computer science, open source,
Learning Guide
Here are some questions to get you thinking about the important concepts and information as you review the resources media - articles, diagrams, videos, podcasts for this module.
- Have you used a computer today?
- Are there general computer-related issues that concern you?
- What are some of the benefits of computers to society? Are there some aspects that are not beneficial?
- Are crimes "worse" because of computers? How so?
- Have you or your family been affected by computers and health care?
- How are computers helping people with disabilities?
About Computer Literacy
The term "Computer Literacy" has been used to cover a wide range of topics, knowledge and skills. For this course, we will be focusing on basic concepts, general terminology and a few specific application skills.
- information systems - big picture - past, present, future
- anywhere, anytime and the impact on society - mobile, accessibility, challenges
- personal computing - find, use, protect, solve, make, share
As this is an online course, all coursework is completed and submitted using Canvas, the DeAnza learning management system. Online discussions are the primary activities so everyone in the class has access to the information. There are some other "assignments" when the information is not shared with the class.
from the DeAnza Course Outline for CIS 4 Computer Literacy
- Introduction to basic computer literacy concepts. History of the computer, hardware, software, operating system mechanics, system management utilities, basics of networking and the internet. The social impact and future of computers for communication systems are discussed along with an overview of basic security and privacy concerns. An integrated software package for word processing, spreadsheets, databases, e-mail, Internet and presentations are introduced.
- Student Learning Outcome Statements (SLO) • Manipulate data in a spreadsheet • Manage file and folder properties in the operating system. • Extract information from a database program.
Each of the modules within the course addresses several components of "computer literacy". Usually these are grouped within the main module topic. There are extra bits that need to be covered that don't fit into the module topic, so these may be included, too.
Assignment activities - For each module, there is an assignments page that outlines the main points of the module and describes all the assignment activities. Log in and do some course work every day, even if you only have 20-30 minutes. Each of the activities is relatively short so you can complete one or more in that time. You can complete the activities in any order.
All course materials are open on the first day of class for the quarter, and you are expected to start work immediately. Please read the assignments carefully. There are many activities for each module in this course. ALL the assignment activities for a module must be completed by the published due date.
- directed learning - textbook chapters, selected media resources
- research and summaries in the discussions
- practice using applications
- observations and comments
Textbook, Media - The "textbook" for the course is online, open and free to use. Its focus is business information systems and we will cover the same material. The information was last updated in 2014. Most of the data is dated 2012. A lot has happened since then, so we will be adding new online resources to fill in the gaps. You will help. Point out gaps in the textbook information and locate more current information in online resources.
- Information Systems for Business and Beyond: A look at the technology, people, and processes of information systems
Within each module, the Media section lists a number of resources
- link to the textbook chapter for the module. Questions (with answers in the "back" of the book) and exercises are included in each chapter. You are not required to do these although they provide ideas for follow-on work if you are interested.
- online resources - articles, videos, diagrams, images, podcasts, ...
Web applications - Google docs - an online integrated software package for word processing, spreadsheets, databases, e-mail, Internet and presentations are introduced. There are assignment activities that need to be completed using specific software. All submitted documents must be Google docs.
If you have access to Microsoft Office or the Apple tools, you are welcome to use those. Another ther "free" option is Open Office - download onto your computer. If you use software other than Google docs, upload your assignment document to Google docs and save it. The documents you create for these assignments MUST be submitted as a link to a Google doc that is viewable by anyone with the web address of the document.
Discussions, Participation
- Discussion summaries MUST be limited to 2-3 sentences unless otherwise sated. Your summary is like a movie trailer - just enough to get others to go to the resource to see it for themselves. Keep it short! 2-3 sentences at most. Nobody wants to read a long "summary" that restates everything in the original resource. That is also plagiarism in most cases..
- Your responses to all assignments will be graded for college-level writing. Spelling and grammar errors will result in deductions.
- Late submissions are accepted but points will be deducted unless you get an extension from the instructor prior to the due date.
- Complete and thoughtful replies that demonstrate original thinking and personal experience will receive full credit.
Groups, Collaboration - Everyone is automatically assigned to a Group. In the group discussion, you will only have access to the discussions for the Group you have been assigned. There will be a number of group activities throughout the course for practicing online collaboration.
Assignments
- Read the Syllabus - CIS 4 - Computer Literacy. There is a lot of important information in the syllabus. Submit I have read the Syllabus.
- Review the Online Education Center resources on the Online Education pages and complete the Online Education Center Orientation.
- Read the 20 Basic Rules For Digital Citizenship. This is a good summary of appropriate online behavior in general, and for online courses, specifically.
- Introduce yourself to your classmates. Write an 'introduction in 140 characters or less' about yourself. Post your introduction in discussion topic Introductions and expectations. Please use the Reply function to post your information. This will add your introduction to the topic discussion thread. For example, here is my introduction.
. . . Valerie Taylor - always learning something new, sharing something important and interesting
There is more to the story than what you can say in 140 characters. Use the "Reply" link to ask questions about some of the other introductions. - Add a picture to your Canvas profile. Go to My profile setting, select Edit profile, and add a picture. This will show up as the little picture next to your discussion posts.
- To your Introduction, add 2-3 sentences about your outside interests. Are you interested in art, music, computer games, travel, cooking? Do you have any pets? This is an opportunity to meet classmates with similar interests.
Write 2-3 sentences describing why you are taking this course and what you hope to learn in the class. Is this "for fun" or do you need to take this class for work or school? Are you enrolled in other DeAnza classes this quarter? Have you taken other online classes? Could you physically get to DeAnza campus in Cupertino? If not, why not - travel, physical limitations, transportation, child care, scheduling? Are you planning to travel during the quarter and keep up with the class remotely? Where will you be?
- Look up your name in 2-3 search - Google, DucDuckGo, WikipediaLinkedIn? Search for your name in How Many of Me? Are you there? How is your name used? Are there other people with the same name listed? Is there a problem for you if people mistake the other person for you? How many links were found that contained references to people with the same name as you? Look at a few of these sites. Are there some interesting people who share your name? List 3-4 people in discussion Interesting People with My Name.
. . . There are more than 400,000 references to Valerie Taylor. There is a romance novelist, a professor of Electrical Engineering, a shark researcher, a woman who works to build hospitals in Bangladesh, and me, just to name a few. There are 651 people - mostly female, with my name in the U.S. I haven't met any, but I go to the same dentist as another Valerie Taylor.
- Before you start the rest of the assignment activities, take a few minutes to think about what you already know about the topic - Computer Literacy. Write a sentence or two about this in the I know... discussion.
- Review the Keywords and Learning guide at the top of this page. These will help you look for important ideas in the rest of assignments for this module.
- Read, view, listen to several selections in the Media lists. There is no textbook for this course, so you will have to determine how many of these resources to read and watch. Use the study questions and assignments to guide your research. Have you found answers to most of the questions? If not, look for other sources of information. This is self-directed learning.
- Information Systems - Read Chapter 1: What Is an Information System?
The textbook was written in 2012-2014. Was there anything missing or out of date in the Chapter? For newer online resources listed in the Media section below, review the information systems resources. Select ONE resource to summarize and share. Write a 2-3 sentence summary of the resource your select. Post a link to the resource and your summary as a Reply to the Information System discussion. Read posts from other students.
- Choose 2 words from the Keywords list. Find ONE resource that provides information about each of the words. Post the words, links to your selected resource for each, and a brief description about your selections, to the discussion Information Systems keywords.
Review 2 other resources in the discussion, and write a brief reply for each.
- Collaboration - Group work online is challenging, and practicing will be helpful. Select ONE of the collaboration resources in the Media list. Post a link and a question about collaboration to your Group discussion. Reply to the posts of 2 others in your group.
- Group discussion - Now practice participating in a group discussion. Watch the video Create a To Do List for a Villain (:57). Choose a villain. Write a to-do list with at least 3 items and post the name of your villain and the list to your Group discussion. Reply to the posts of 2 others in your group.
- Digital literacies - With technology becoming ever more prevalent in today's world and Apps being designed to meet specific needs, it is becoming increasingly important to identify these technologies and recognize how they may be of benefit to you now and in the future. Complete this short quiz to reveal a personalized profile spanning six different genres, which suggests ways you can improve how you use technology for school, business and living. Digital Literacies Quiz
- Canvas exploration - Try different Canvas features and setting. Look at your Profile and make any changes that you would like. Check your Grades. Change the discussion display format - Unread, search by topic, or author. Turn the tracking on and off. Edit your posting. Also check the Canvas resource pages for information about the discussion features. Look for the Help links throughout Canvas. Learn to use the features NOW. Post any questions or suggestions in the Canvas exploration discussion.
- Reflection - I wonder.. - Think about the topic of Computer Literacy and get into the habit of asking related questions that interest YOU. This leads to "self-directed learning". Ask yourself questions about the topic and activities for this module. - What did I see and do? What do I think about that? What does it make me wonder? These are questions you should be asking yourself. For this assignment - What is ONE unanswered question. Use the I wonder... 1 assignment to submit your reply. Include a sentence of explanation or clarification for your question if necessary.
infosys - Information Systems
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