Supporting New Chromebook Users

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Last updated: Aug 4, 2022

Description

Chromebooks are useful, inexpensive, and flexible tools for workplaces and schools, though their features may not be exactly what a new user would expect. This lesson will help you get acquainted with some of the quirks of the Chromebook design and help you prepare others to make the most of the technology at their fingertips.

CEU Credits

Enrolled users will earn 0.1 continuing education units (CEUs) upon completing the course.

Objectives

  1. Learners will be able to explain how to set up, maintain, and navigate a Chromebook.
  2. Learners will be able to address their existing needs with a Chromebook and choose the appropriate Google Application for a task.
  3. Learners will be able to troubleshoot common Chromebook problems and find web monitoring solutions.

Additional Info

Prerequisite Skills

The ability to manage time and work independently on a course, the ability to read content at an eighth grade level in a digital format (or accessibility tools to assist, like screenreader software)

Course Grading Policy

In order to receive CEU credit for this course you must earn a score of 80% or higher on any quizzes.

Technical Equipment and Skills

  • Equipment: a computer, tablet, or smart phone, access to the internet, headphones (optional)
  • Skills: the ability to navigate a course within a web browser

Accessibility and Support

This course has been designed to be accessible for all users. It is accessible on both computers and mobile devices like tablets and phones. If you have questions about accessibility, please contact us.

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