Computer Skills Competency Rubric

Computer Skills Competency (General Education)

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Definition:  Students will develop basic analytical skills that relate to solving mathematical problems and conducting scientific exploration.  Students will also develop competencies to master software tools necessary in their personal and professional growth.

Performance Factor

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Demonstrate an understanding of computer concepts and terminology

Describe new and/or advanced technology resources information dissemination options

Recognize hardware and software components and how common peripherals are accessed, controlled, connected, and used effectively and efficiently

Know how to use basic input and output devices; can access network resources, and use common peripherals

Describe how to use basic input devices and software resources

Demonstrate basic computer operating skills

Identify, assess, and solve hardware, software, and network problems by using online help and other documentation and support

Know how to solve basic hardware, software, and network problems, and access online help and user documentation

Identify correct terminology to describe basic hardware, software, and networking functions, and to discuss the functions, processes, and/or procedures

Recognize  and identify accurate terminology to describe hardware, software, multimedia devices, storage media, and peripherals

Perform computer applications

Understand and apply advanced software applications

Use software application tools

Apply appropriate software for specific tasks

Unable to identify appropriate software application

Demonstrate Internet skills

Proficient in web search engine skills, can conduct a detailed search for information and download necessary files; proficient in e-mail skills, sends/receives written communication and transmits information via e-mail attachment

Conducts basic web searches, can conduct  searches for information and print necessary files; proficient in basic e-mail skills, sends/ receives written communication

Performs basic web searches and e-mail tasks but needs to improve in one or more skill areas

Exhibits limited web search engine skills and e-mail skills; requires remediation to perform basic tasks

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