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Online Student Skills and Strategies Handbook
Loyd R. Ganey
Frank L. Christ
Victor R. Hurt

ISBN-10: 0321316843
ISBN-13: 9780321316844

Publisher: Longman
Copyright: 2006
Format: Paper; 224 pp
Published: 08/04/2005
Status: Out of Print

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Online Student Skills and Strategies Handbook, a brief guide to studying and learning online, offers step-by-step tutorials to help students master the computer competencies and the skills and strategies necessary to succeed in the online environment.

This Online Student Skills and Strategies Handbook uses a diagnostic approach to help students assess their competencies in online learning, followed by detailed step-by-step tutorials that walk students through the skills necessary to study and learn with a computer. Topics include using email effectively, online netiquette, using the course syllabus, avoiding plagiarism online, dealing with online learning difficulties like eye-strain, managing time, and creating effective learning environments. This handbook is useful as an ancillary text for all courses that incorporate online learning tools.

Chapter 1 contains five self-assessments keyed to each of the five chapter tutorials. The assessment results help students determine if they are ready for online learning in the key areas of technical literacy, Internet literacy, awareness and understanding of online education, and online student skills.
Each tutorial chapter begins with an introduction explaining the tutorial, and is followed by a step-by-step guided study, offering a foolproof method to complete tutorials.
Numerous images throughout visually guide students through the necessary steps to complete the tutorial.
Each tutorial is followed by a list of relevant Internet resources that provide students with additional material for each topic and additional information for further study and action.
A unique chapter on Online Learning Pitfall Solutions (Ch. 6) looks at fifteen pitfalls that students may encounter, from computer-specific problems such as eye strain, to organizational problems like knowing how to get help with course content, setting up an online study schedule, and physical environment issues related to furniture and lighting setup.
A comprehensive website created by the authors offers additional web links and activities.
Applicable as an ancillary text for all online courses.

Introduction to Course Instructors.

Introduction to Online Students.

1. Readiness for Online Success and Satisfaction.

Introduction.

Your Readiness for Online Computer Tasks.

            Chapter 2 Assessment.

Your Readiness for Online Email Tasks.

            Chapter 3 Assessment.

Your Readiness for Online Course Tasks.

            Chapter 4 Assessment.

Your Readiness for Online Learning Tasks.

            Chapter 5 Assessment.

Your Readiness for Online Student/Learner Pitfalls.

            Chapter 6 Assessment.

2. Computer Tasks for Online Learning.

Introduction.

2.1. Meeting Minimum Requirements for Your PC.

2.2. Enabling Cookies.

2.3. Enabling Javascript.

2.4. Accessing Web Pages.

2.5. Bookmarking Web Sites and Pages.

2.6. Adding Plug-ins.

2.7. Clearing Your Cache.

2.8. Setting Computer Resolution.

2.9. Setting Document View.

2.10. Creating Course Folders.

2.11. Copying and Pasting.

2.12. Copying and Pasting Internet Addresses from Your Screen.

2.13. Copying and Pasting from a pdf file (Acrobat Reader).

2.14. Saving Files.

2.15. Uploading Files.

2.16. Converting to Rich Text Format.

2.17. Using Two or More Open Programs in Windows.

2.18. Protecting Your Computer from Viruses.

2.19. Setting Security Measures for Your Computer.

3. Email Tasks for Online Learning.

Introduction.

3.1. Using email effectively in online courses.

3.2. Accessing email.

3.3. Identifying the sender (you).

3.4. Adding an email signature to email.

3.5. Proofreading email.

3.6. Utilizing the basic standards of email etiquette.

3.7. Saving email to folders.

3.8. Attaching files to email.

3.9. Protecting your computer from email viruses.

3.10. Saving email to draft mode for reflection prior to sending.

3.11. Setting a high priority ranking on email.

3.12. Cleaning your email account.

4. Online Course Tasks for Online Learning.

Introduction.

4.1. Accessing Your Course Anytime, Anywhere.

4.2. Saving Course Access Information.

4.3. Navigating Online Course Materials.

4.4. Overviewing Course Materials.

4.5. Printing Important Course Materials.

4.6. Using the Course Syllabus.

4.7. Participating in Discussion Boards.

4.8. Netiquette in Discussion Boards.

4.9. Creating a New Thread/Topic in Discussion Boards.

4.10. Replying in Discussion Boards.

4.11. Submitting Assignments.

4.12. Accessing and Participating in a Live Chat.

4.13. Communicating Effectively in a Live Chat.

4.14. Using Courseware Special Tools.

4.15. Utilizing the courseware Help or Student Help Manual.

5. Online Student/Learner Tasks for Online Learning.

Introduction.

5.1. Creating a Course Binder for Offline Studying.

5.2. Overviewing Screen Documents.

5.3. Taking Notes on Internet Materials.

5.4. Completing Online Group Projects.

5.5. Completing Online Course Assignments.

5.6. Recognizing and Avoiding Plagiarism.

5.7. Using Bibliographic Formats.

5.8. Editing & Proofing Your Writing.

5.9. Writing Responses to Assigned Questions on Course Reading.

5.10 Writing an Annotated Bibliography.

5.11. Writing a Research Paper.

5.12. Preparing For and Taking Tests.

6. Online Learning Pitfall Solutions.

Introduction.

6.1. Coping with Computer Stress.

6.2. Minimizing Eye Strain.

6.3. Getting Help with Computer Problems.

6.4. Getting Help with Internet Research.

6.5. Getting Help with Course Problems.

6.6. Organizing Your Course Tasks.

6.7. Creating an Efficient Learning Environment.

6.8. Managing Time for Online Learning.

6.9. Finding a Tutor.

6.10. Getting Along With Your Instructor.

6.11. Getting Along With Your Fellow Students.

6.12. Getting Help with Study Strategies.

6.13. Improving Your Basic Skills.

6.14. Getting Help with Personal Pitfalls.

6.15. Following Directions.

Conclusion.

Appendix A: Webliography.

Appendix B: Computer Skills Performance Tips.

Appendic C: Glossary.

Index.

Study Skills (Developmental English)
Student Success (Developmental English)

Companion Website
Ganey, Christ & Hurt
©2006 | Longman | On-line Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321355067 | ISBN-13: 9780321355065

Instructor's Manual
Ganey, Christ & Hurt
©2006 | Longman | Paper; 30 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321388526 | ISBN-13: 9780321388520
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Companion Website
Ganey, Christ & Hurt
©2006 | Longman | On-line Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321355067 | ISBN-13: 9780321355065

For Student Success

Electronic Test Bank for Developmental Reading
Smith
©2000 | Longman | CD-ROM Only | Instock
ISBN-10: 032108179X | ISBN-13: 9780321081797
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Longman Planner (Valuepack Item Only), The, 4/E
McWhorter
©2000 | Longman | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321045734 | ISBN-13: 9780321045737
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Longman Reader's Journal, The, 6/E
McWhorter
©2002 | Longman | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321088433 | ISBN-13: 9780321088437
Suggested retail price: $0.00Net price: $0.00 (What's this?)

Longman Study Skills Website (Open access), 2/E
Pearson Longman
©2005 | Longman | On-line Supplement; 0 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321333721 | ISBN-13: 9780321333728

Longman Vocabulary Website (Open access)
Pearson Longman
©2005 | Longman | On-line Supplement; 0 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321331044 | ISBN-13: 9780321331045

Printed Testbank for Developmental Reading
Addison-Wesley
©2001 | Longman | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321085965 | ISBN-13: 9780321085962
Suggested retail price: $172.20Net price: $129.15 (What's this?) View Downloadable Files

Reading Road Trip 4.0 PLUS
Pearson Longman
©2006 | Longman | On-line Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 032136614X | ISBN-13: 9780321366146

Reading Road Trip 5.0
Pearson Longman
©2007 | Longman | On-line Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205519067 | ISBN-13: 9780205519064

Study Card for Reading Skills
Pearson Longman
©2006 | Longman | Study Card; 0 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321338332 | ISBN-13: 9780321338334
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Study Card for Vocabulary
Pearson Longman
©2006 | Longman | Study Card | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321318021 | ISBN-13: 9780321318022
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Thinking Through the Test A Study Guide for the Florida College Basic Skills Exit Tests: Reading
Henry & Markus
©2005 | Longman | Paper; 112 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321277465 | ISBN-13: 9780321277466
Suggested retail price: $44.40Net price: $33.30 (What's this?)

Thinking Through the Test A Study Guide for the Florida College Basic Skills Exit Tests: Reading, With Answers
Henry & Markus
©2005 | Longman | Paper; 144 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321277511 | ISBN-13: 9780321277510
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For Study Skills

LASSI (H & H Publishing, Inc.), 2/E
Pearson Longman
©2007 | Longman | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321446755 | ISBN-13: 9780321446756
Suggested retail price: $8.00Net price: $6.00 (What's this?)

Longman Reader's Journal, The, 6/E
McWhorter
©2002 | Longman | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321088433 | ISBN-13: 9780321088437
Suggested retail price: $0.00Net price: $0.00 (What's this?)

Longman Study Skills Website (Open access), 2/E
Pearson Longman
©2005 | Longman | On-line Supplement; 0 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321333721 | ISBN-13: 9780321333728

Longman Vocabulary Website (Open access)
Pearson Longman
©2005 | Longman | On-line Supplement; 0 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321331044 | ISBN-13: 9780321331045

Study Card for Vocabulary
Pearson Longman
©2006 | Longman | Study Card | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321318021 | ISBN-13: 9780321318022
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For the Developmental English Discipline

Essential Study Card for Grammar and Documentation
Pearson Longman
©2007 | Longman | Study Card; 10 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321463137 | ISBN-13: 9780321463135
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iClicker Classroom Response System
iClicker & Allyn & Bacon/Longman
©2008 | Longman | Electronic Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205594506 | ISBN-13: 9780205594504

Interactive Guide to Newsweek
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©1999 | Longman | Paper; 196 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321055284 | ISBN-13: 9780321055286
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InterWrite PRS RF (Personal Response System)
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©2005 | Longman | Electronic Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205436951 | ISBN-13: 9780205436958

Longman Editing Exercises (Valuepack item only), The
Ingalls
©2000 | Longman | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205317928 | ISBN-13: 9780205317929
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Longman Editing Exercises Answer Key, 2/E
Ingalls & Moody
©2000 | Longman | Paper; 15 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205317979 | ISBN-13: 9780205317974
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Longman Guide to Service Learning
Kessler
©2003 | Longman | Paper | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321127498 | ISBN-13: 9780321127495
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Longman Test Bank for Study Skills, 3/E
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©2009 | Longman | Paper; 109 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205666353 | ISBN-13: 9780205666355
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Longman Thea Study Guide
Harris
©2005 | Longman | Paper; 192 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321272404 | ISBN-13: 9780321272409
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New American Webster Handy College Dictionary, The, 3/E
Penguin
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Pearson Developmental Writing Power Point Package, Mosaics: Focusing on Essays
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©2011 | Longman | CD-ROM Only | Estimated Availability : 04/01/2010
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Pearson Grammar Workbook, 3/E
Adkins
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Pearson Student Planner, The
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©2009 | Longman | Paper; 112 pp | Instock
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Preparing for the CLAST (Printed) (Valuepack item only), 7/E
Fowler
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Preparing for the CUNY-ACT Reading and Writing Exam, 2/E
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Preparing for the CUNY-ACT Reading and Writing Test
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©2003 | Longman | Paper; 192 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321196082 | ISBN-13: 9780321196088
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ResearchNavigator.com Guide: English (Valuepack item only)
Branscomb & Trim
©2007 | Longman | Paper; 80 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321496019 | ISBN-13: 9780321496010
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The Pearson Editing Exercises Answer Key, 2/E
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ISBN-10: 0205666175 | ISBN-13: 9780205666171
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Thinking Through the Test: A Study Guide for the Florida College Basic Skills Exit Tests: Reading and Writing, 2/E
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ISBN-10: 0321276604 | ISBN-13: 9780321276605
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Thinking Through the Test: A Study Guide for the Florida College Basic Skills Exit Tests: Reading and Writing, w/Answers
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Thinking Through the Test: A Study Guide for the Florida College Basic Skills Tests, Reading & Writing (without Answer Key), 3/E
Henry & Markus
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ISBN-10: 0321387406 | ISBN-13: 9780321387400
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Thinking Through the Test: A Study Guide for the Florida College Basic Skills Tests, Reading (with Answer Key), 3/E
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Companion Website
Ganey, Christ & Hurt
©2006 | Longman | On-line Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0321355067 | ISBN-13: 9780321355065

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