Technology Assessment Survey - Beginning Level

This tool helps to assess the skill level of individual technology proficiency at the beginning level. Select yes or no to the following operations and concepts in technology. I know how to...
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  1. Identify components of a computer system and its operating system (e.g., drives, memory, window). Explain the functions of the components, and use appropriate terminology in speaking about them.
    Yes
    No


  1. Connect the cables and cords correctly so that a computer is functional. Reduce the risk of hardware failure through proper care of the components.
    Yes
    No


  1. Demonstrate basic skills for using hardware and applications (e.g., start up and shut down computer system and peripherals, open and close a file, start an application and create a document).
    Yes
    No


  1. Follow the proper district/school procedures in the event of technical difficulties.
    Yes
    No


  1. Navigate using scroll bars, arrow keys, special keys, trackpads/touchpads, and mice.
    Yes
    No


  1. Save/backup and retrieve a file to/from a local hard drive, portable disk/device, and/or online storage location.
    Yes
    No


  1. Select a printer and print a document with appropriate resolution and orientation (portrait or landscape).
    Yes
    No


  1. Use basic editing and formatting features of a word processing program (e.g., centering, spacing, fonts, enter text, edit, copy and paste, and insert graphics.).
    Yes
    No


  1. Explain the concept of a database, and provide examples from everyday life (e.g., library catalogs, school records, telephone directories).
    Yes
    No


  1. Use correct terminology in speaking about Internet communications (e.g., browser, search engine, website, URL, domain, links).
    Yes
    No


  1. Explain terms related to the use of networks (e.g., username, password, network, server, domain).
    Yes
    No


  1. Select a strong (secure) password and keep it safe.
    Yes
    No


  1. Access the Web and use the navigation features of an Internet browser (e.g., “home,” “back,” “forward,” hyperlinks, and multiple tabs).
    Yes
    No


  1. Add a website to Favorites or Bookmark it for future reference.
    Yes
    No


  1. Create and send a message using email. Retrieve and read email. Reply to sender, forward an email, and attach a file. Save, print and delete an email. Differentiate between “reply” and “reply to all.”
    Yes
    No


  1. Send an email attachment. Receive an attachment, open it, and save it to an appropriate location.
    Yes
    No





Arica Porter