Computer Competency Resources

Why do 8th Graders have to take these tests?
| Computer Skills Remediation Materials | From Catawba County Schools |
| Geeky Computer Teacher | Files and activites to help prepare for computer skills test |
| NHCS Computer Skills and Practice | NHCS site for Computer Skills - information and practice |
| Wayne County Public Schools | Resource Guide for NCDesk, Practices, Vocabulary |
| Gentry Middle School | Computer Skills Review |
| The Juke Box | Kaleidoscope by NC WiseOwl |
| Quizzes and Games | From Liberty Middle School |
| Techknowpark Kiosk | by NC WiseOwl |
| 6th Grade Terms
& Concepts 7th Grade Terms & Concepts 8th Grade Terms & Concepts |
Inclusive set of vocabulary terms and skills needed to be successful on the NC Test of Computer Skills (Word document, prints on landscape 8 1/2 x 14 page.) |
| Guilford County Help Page | Lists of Vocabulary Words Used in Multiple Choice and Performance Tests |
| Maran.com | Detailed description of computer operating systems, networks, hardware, etc. |
| Computer Skills Practices | West Millbook Middle School in Raleigh, thanks to Diane Walters |
| Internet Drivers License | How well do you know the rules? Take the drivers test! |
| Computer Viruses | Brain Pop Movie and Quiz |
| Internet Safety | Activities and information on safe surfing for students |
| Packetville | Interactive games and activities for middle school students |
| Java NCDesk |
Program used for NC Test of Computer Skills. Contains Editor, Spreadsheer, Database, Email, and Window Manager components as well as a Test Simulation. You must install the Java component before installing NCDesk - both free. |
updated 12/14/09