Technical Requirements and Tech Support Resources-2

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Technology Used in this Course

Canvas is the supported learning management system used at Hillsborough Community College. The Canvas tools used in this course support the stated course and unit learning objectives by promoting student engagement and active learning. Canvas tools used in this course include Discussions, Groups, Assignments, Announcements, and Grades. In addition, students use Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint to complete course assignments. All HCC students have access to Microsoft Office 365 for free. Login to install Office 365 Links to an external site. on your personal device.

Web-based content and YouTube videos are included in the course and align with stated learning objectives. In addition, students will need to use several online tools such as Canvanizer Links to an external site.. Canvanizer is a tool that will allow you to develop a business model, and share it with me and others for feedback. To learn how to access and use Canvanizer, click here. Links to an external site.

Computer Skills, Digital Information Literacy and Equipment

Students who register for a fully-online course need to have regular/daily access to a computer or device sufficient to complete an online course. (Please do not attempt to complete an online course using a phone.) Online students need to be proficient in basic word processing skills, internet searching (including the use of search criteria, keywords, and filters), sending email communication, and following digital prompts to complete tasks.

This course utilizes Microsoft Office and Adobe Reader for pdf document access. Students must have access to Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe PDF Reader. In addition, portions of the content are web-based, residing outside of our course. These content items include YouTube videos, animations, and digital surveys. 

Tech Support Resources

Hillsborough Community College offers a variety of tech resources to support student success. 

Following are three that may benefit students taking this course.

  1. College Help Desk: http://hcclive.hccfl.edu Links to an external site.

  2. College Help Desk Phone: 1-877-736-2572

  3. Canvas Assistance: Use the Help button at the bottom of your Canvas dashboard navigation.