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Computer Skills Assessment

Distance education courses are delivered to you in a variety of methods. (View a description of the different delivery options EOU's Division of Distance Education offers.) The following statements can help you assess your computer skills and determine which courses might suit you best. When finished, click the Score button at the bottom of the page.

  1. I can use a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Mozilla, or Safari.
    Yes No

  2. I'm comfortable using a word processing program such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Works, or WordPerfect.
    Yes No

  3. I can use more than one program at a time or view more than one web page at a time.
    Yes No

  4. I can send e-mail with an attachment.
    Yes No

  5. I can cut/copy and paste text.
    Yes No

  6. I can download and install a computer program or plug-in.
    Yes No

  7. I am comfortable learning a new computer program.
    Yes No

  8. I am comfortable using online Help or a manual to solve problems and answer questions.
    Yes No



Your total score is

Total score between 9 and 16

Total score 8 or below

A variety of course delivery methods are suitable for you. (View the list of delivery options available.) You may wish to read the interpretation of these statements or proceed to the Computer equipment requirements for a Windows PC or a Macintosh. Please finish this assessment with a stop at Next Steps! Options are available for you. (View the list of delivery methods.) Additionally, EOU's Division of Distance Education offers a course that may interest you: "Survival Skills for Distance Learners" is a 2 credit course that will provide individuals participating in distance education the opportunity to develop strategies which will assist them in becoming successful students. (View the complete syllabus for this course.) Please review the interpretation of these statements before making a final decision. Then proceed to the Computer equipment requirements for a Windows PC or a Macintosh. Please finish this assessment with a stop at Next Steps!

Contact Information

Division of Distance Education

Eastern Oregon University

One University Blvd.

La Grande, OR 97850

Phone: 800-544-2195

Email: dde@eou.edu

Fax: 541-962-3627

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