Computer literacy is vital to most professions today.
Requiring a "computer course" in the first term of the VN program would be extremely helpful to the wide range of students in the nursing courses ( teens to adults). Many teens might know how to text, but can they successfully navigate around the programs & upload & download required information. Many adult learners have limited computer knowledge. This course would definitely alleviate some of the anxiety seen in new students.
Technology is an essential tool that I love to incorporate into the student learning experience. It's not going away, and students need all the resources to help them use current technological tools.
I like that this module addresses computer literacy because this is an issue I deal with myself and with students. I thought it was interesting that this module states that people should be able to troubleshoot common computer and printer problems. This would be helpful! Most of what I have learned in these areas has been trial and error and IT! It would be helpful to have actual learning related to these areas. It would certainly save time and reduce panic.
Students may be proficient in using computers, but may have all the skills needed. Focusing on specific computer literacy skills can be very beneficial for them and help them to be successful in the future.
Supporting computer literacy is important because developing computer literacy skills will increase competence in various computer contexts. As an educator I will provide formal instruction to develop their computer literacy skills, cover essential skills, hands-on practice, promote critical thinking, and integration with professional skills. These strategies will equip students with computer literacy skills to thrive in today's digital society.
We should not always expect students to enter our classrooms with the type of computer literacy required for the profession.
I can testify that a minimum level of competency is necessary for the field of audio engineering. Knowing how to operate a cellphone and not a computer makes no sense to me, but unfortunately i've come across students who live in this reality. Our Module 1 program starts off with basic computer training for the first 2 weeks, but every now and then some students fall through the cracks. Computer literacy vetting has to be stronger.
Computer literacy is required in the workplace and on a personal level for security, best practice, resourceful, troubleshooting practices.
While the statement that computer literacy is essential in the modern world, holds water, I do believe it is important to recognize the role that critical thinking plays in the development of computer literacy and to understate the role it plays leads to the detriment of the student.
Computer literacy is essential to today's educational experiences. To complete an assignment, computer technology is used to gain knowledge through research.
Having basic computer literacy skills can help students move onto more advanced skills such as programming.
Students in healthcare fields need to be computer literate as they will be using electronic medical records and will need to navigate the internet looking for research.
Computer literacy is not only more in depth than I previously thought, but also imperative to today's workforce. Many students need to be taught from the basics. This may be crucial for adult learners.
I learned to hard way that everyone doesn't have basic computer literacy. It's critical to function in the current working world. Students should be encouraged to learn more. But also understand what the basic expectations are.
Students should be able to able to conduct research on a computer, by locating and extracting information; be able to set up files and folders and present information in a logical, organized manner.
I had not specifically thought of computer literacy as a discrete list of sub-skills before. This is helpful awareness.
Computer literacy is crucial to function in most any workplace in this modern age.
This is a vital skill for all our students, but especially in the areas of Marketing and Business. Allowing them the opportunity to grow and learn will help them develop these important skills!
it's important for students to have computer based knowledge to be able to apply towards the everyday and work force world. my students in the welding field use their computers for class assignments and tests.
