Software & Hardware Requirements

Software and Hardware Requirements

1. A computer: PAL tutors must have access to a computer for the 2020-2021 academic year.

2. A webcam with a mic and/or headphones/ mic: This can be the webcam on your device or a separate webcam that connects to your device.

3. High speed, reliable internet: All of the class content will be accessed online, and often I will send short videos that you'll need to stream.

   • 1. • If you need internet, click here to check out some affordable options.

        • If you have spotty internet, you can access free wi-fi from many public libraries or public school campuses (including their parking lots, where you can remain in your car for physical distancing).

4. Chrome or Mozilla Firefox Browsers: If you use a different browser for your internet (such as Safari or Internet Explorer), please install Chrome or Mozilla Firefox to use for all your PAL work.

   • For Chrome instructions, click here

   • For Mozilla Firefox instructions, click here

   • Not sure what you're using? Click here to check.

5. Google Drive: Chaffey students all have access to Google Docs/ Google drive. A free, cloud based word processing service, Google Docs & Google Drive are a good option for students. They are relatively user friendly, can be used from any device, and integrate with Canvas. Consider familiarizing yourself with Google Docs & Google drive to help students use these free resources. You can access these through the PAL email you were issued at the beginning of the semester, and use this account to share documents with students.

6. Helpful Links: For more free web resources you might use for making videos or teleconferencing, check out the resources here.