Technology Competencies for Students

• Use email with attachments.
• Create documents with word processor.
• Listen to and manage voice mail.
• Store and share electronic files using central services.

• Read or post to blogs and WIKIs.
• Use synchronous conferencing, such as Jabber, Web Crossing, or WebVista.
• Use instant messaging, such as Jabber, AIM, or iChat.
• Listen to podcasts.
• Participate in online discussions.

• Do group development using WIKIs.
• Create podcasts.
• Subscribe to RSS feeds to keep up with Internet-based resources.

Teaching and Learning

• Use a course web site or course management system (WebVista, Moodle).
• Create and deliver presentations using presentation software.
• Use a computer/video projector.
• Use software applications relevant to courses.
• Record your accomplishments in UM ePortfolio.
• Understand and comply with acceptable use and copyright laws. Do not plagiarize.
• Use digital images from cameras or scanners.

• Read a blog or WIKI for class work.
• Listen to a lecture via a podcast.
• Use advanced features of a course web site or course management system (WebVista, Moodle).
• Use classroom technology suite.
• Create a professional web site.
• Take a class via ITV or UMConnect.
• Take a class online.

• Create a blog for class work.
• Create a WIKI for class work.
• Create a podcast for a class project.
• Use or create computer-based educational games.

• Access and use general Library resources (e.g. catalog, databases, and electronic journals).
• Access and use Internet resources.
• Search the web.
• Critically evaluate the quality of web resources.
• Understand and comply with acceptable use and copyright laws. Do not plagiarize.
• Download and organize files from the web.

• Use Library services (e.g. Interlibrary Loan, Ask Us!, Course Reserves, RefWorks)
• Use discipline-specific software applications relevant to research projects.
• Understand and follow ethical research practices.
• Complete UM online security training Public Jobs: Private Data.

• Access and use specialized data collections.

• Create, organize, save, retrieve and back up files.
• Fill out web-based forms, surveys, and online tests.
• Access grades on the web.
• Find course information on the web.
• Keep personal demographic information up to date.
• Use APAS and ePortfolio as part of advising.
• Register for classes online.

• Use software applications needed for employment.

• Create a secure password, protect it, and change it periodically.
• Install and regularly update virus protection software.
• Be skeptical about dubious email messages and attachments, which may be scams or hoaxes.
• Keep your operating system up to date (Windows, Mac).
• Avoid illegal downloading of copyrighted music and video files using peer-to-peer file sharing programs.
• If living on campus and using the campus network, read, understand, and comply with ResNet Terms and Conditions.
• Understand and practice the appropriate use of social networking sites, such as Facebook or MySpace.

• If needed for specific applications, use a separate and more secure password.
• If accessing the UMD network or applications using the wireless network or another network outside of the UM system, use VPN to secure your transmissions.