Provides students with the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed in their academic careers through the use of basic computer skills and other technology. The book helps to prevent the technology-related frustrations students can encounter when asked to write papers, create presentations, and navigate a school’s learning management system.
College Technology Survival Kit provides students with the necessary tools and knowledge to succeed in their academic careers through the use of basic computer skills and other technology. The book helps to prevent the technology-related frustrations students can encounter when asked to write papers, create presentations, and navigate a school's learning management system.
The book features information on computer programs like Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as commonly used learning management systems Blackboard and Canvas. It offers students lessons in file management, Google web applications, email programs, and developing presentations in Prezi. The text provides complete, step-by-step instructions to help students navigate common computer-based programs and systems and develop technological competency.
The revised second edition features updates to student project and student check features within each chapter. It also includes updated instructions for navigating Microsoft Work, with material that covers the use of document themes, theme fonts, and more.
College Technology Survival Kit is a cross-disciplinary, supplementary text designed to support all higher education students, regardless of their field of study. It is ideal for foundational courses in computer sciences or other classes where basic computer skills are needed.
Marianne Daugharthy received her B.S. in business administration and M.S. in computer information systems from The University of Phoenix. She is an adjunct professor of adult computer literacy at the College of Western Idaho. Her background includes 20 years in the U.S. Navy and her interests include analyzing, managing, and designing database information. Alanna Duley earned her M.B.A. from Northwest Nazarene University and Ph.D. in management information systems technology/management at the University of Phoenix. She is an adjunct professor of computer education systems at the College of Western Idaho. Her research interests include computer problem-solving, computer forensics, cybersecurity, and programming.
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