Computer Competency Resources

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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