All professionals are expected to
have a set of common computer and Internet core competencies. These skills and
abilities are not considered optional in today’s information age.
Understanding how to effectively use computers and the Internet will enable
faculty to more fully integrate technology and instructional resources into the
curriculum in all disciplines.
Core Competencies
Level
1
Level
2
Level
3
There are a variety of sources
available that provide excellent examples of how technology can be used to help
students achieve higher levels of competency and confidence. Faculty should
explore what is being done in their disciplines
and up-date their courses to reflect the latest instructional support.
What can faculty do to build or increase their own computer and Internet
literacy? They can, for example, take CAPP seminars,
use self-taught tutorials, seek peer assistance, form workgroups, exercise
skills in a Maryland computer lab, and/or attend workshops, when available, in
their local area.
Three core competency levels were recently developed by a Maryland in Europe
committee that examined issues related to technology resources and instructional
support. The core competencies for computer technology and Internet literacy
include: using computers and office productivity software, e-mail, browsers,
search engines, usenet, real-time communications, telnet, ftp, and home page
construction.
Explore the different core levels and compare individual skills and abilities to
those of other professionals. For more information on computer literacy, or to
upgrade skills, contact the TRAC Office.
