Northstar Certification
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Course Description
Our Northstar Digital Literacy Online Learning course will improve your abilities for using today's technology. You will use videos, tutorials, and lessons to help you to learn about the computer, internet, and related software and programs. In class, your teacher will guide you through activities to help you practice your digital literacy skills. You will be using an NSOL online account to track your progress. Once you're ready to show what you've learned, you can take one (or more) of the proctored Northstar exams. You'll receive a certificate for each test that you pass. Students seeking to finish their high school diploma may also earn CTE or Elective credits after completing the coursework and exams.
Texts / Materials
Northstar Digital Literacy Standards
Typing.com (connect with class code: ralc2021)
The Northstar Tests:
Northstar Digital Literacy Certification: Basic Computer Skills, Internet Basics, Using Email, Windows 10, Mac OS X, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Social Media, Information Literacy, Your Digital Footprint.
Course Goals & Expectations:
Build general computer skills
Navigate a learner management system (e.g. Schoology, Google Classroom)
Communicate with Email
Demonstrate skills by passing Northstar tests
Type quickly and accurately
Completion Criteria (Attendance/Benchmark Progress/Test Scores)
Attendance: 80% or better
Complete all assignments in Schoology
Demonstrate skills by passing 8+ Northstar tests
Type 25-40 words per minute on a 3-minute typing test