For the New Kids on the Block

Hey there, newbies! To be honest, I was a bit upset at the beginning of freshman year when I learned that I had to take this computer skills class. I thought, "I took computer science in highschool, what could I possibly learn in this class?" Boy, was I wrong! Ms. Belisle has taught me so many tricks for Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Photoshop. I can create spreadsheets, charts, and presentations now in no time! Ms. Belisle made everything seem so simple. We even learned HTML coding and created our very own website! (Check mine out here!) I have a few tips for success for you:

1. Make sure to complete every assignment. Most in-class and homework assignments are only worth a few points, so it may seem like skipping a few of them would be okay. But beware! These points can add up very quickly. You'll need every single point you can get!

2. Come to class. I know it's hard to wake up in the morning. Believe me, I had class at 8:30 am. Though you may want to stay snuggled up and warm in your bed, you must come to class. We cover a lot of information every day, so missing a single class could make you fall far behind, and it won't be very easy to catch up.

3. Have a good attitude. Don't come in to class with a bad attitude, like "Oh, I know how to type and use the internet, that's enough" or "Seriously, why do I have to learn this?" All of the skills I learned in this class have been very beneficial, and I have even been able to use them in other classes.

4. Update your grades. You should constantly check your grades on T-learn and add it to your grades speadsheet. This helps you keep up with your class average and makes you aware of how you need to improve throughout the semester.

5. Stay on task. I know that it may be tempting to check your e-mail, facebook, or play games during class. However, you need to pay attention and stay on task. You don't want to miss anything during the lecture!

This class is definitely worth your time, so come in with a good attitude, and be ready to learn and work hard! So, good luck, and have fun!