Student Resources

Detecting Your Technology

Many of you need to know exactly what is running on your computer and what version. Through the MCCVLC, we are able to provide you with a link to the "Technology Tools" page, which will detect the tools on the computer you are using. Follow these simple instructions to find out what you have and to download plug-ins you may need. (The following links will all open in New Windows--when finished--just close the window to return to this page.)

1. Go to the Technology Requirements page.

2. You will see a screen called "Technology Requirements."

3. Scroll down to the very bottom of the screen and click on the "Detect My Technology Now" button.

4. You will see a screen that looks similar to the one below.

5. In the first column will be the required and recommended software and versions; in the second column will be the status of the computer you are sitting at.

Tech Requirements

Another Online Self-Assessment

1. Go to the Are You Ready for Online Learning page.

2. You will see a screen called "Is Online Learning Right for Me?"

3. Scroll down to the very bottom of the screen and click on the "begin interactive assessment" button.

4. You will see a screen that looks similar to the one below.

5. Make sure you answer all questions in each category: Your Life Skills, Your Course Expectations, You and the Technology.

6. When you answer the last question, section of screen will appear with your total points and a suggestion about whether or not you should pursue online learning.

You will see a screen that looks similar to the one below.

Learning Survey
Time Management Overview, Demo, & Practice

1. Go to the Time Management page.

2. You will see a split screen titled "TIME MANAGEMENT."

3. The first bulleted item on the left is "Overview," which should be read from the right panel of the screen.

4. The second bulleted item on the left is "Demonstration" of using an interactive calendar to plan your time.

5. Click on the "Demonstration" link and scroll down to see how you can plug in your busy times and estimate your free time.

6. Finally, click on the the third bulleted item--the "Practice" link at the left and play around with the calendar until you have a clearer picture of when your best study time will be.