CIS101 – Navigang a Digital World
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Technology has transformed the way we live and work, and staying up-to-date with digital tools can keep
you ahead of the game. From Microsoft Office to social media to productivity tools, this course will teach
you about technological tools you can use to stay organized, maximize your time, and stand out
personally and professionally.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
Required Resources
Strayer University. 2021. Navigating a Digital World. CIS101 Soomo Learning webtext available at
https://www.strayerbookstore.com
Supplemental Resources
Microsoft Office 365 applications.
● These are automatically installed on Strayer student laptops but must be activated by students,
using their Strayer email accounts and passwords.
● A job aid for installing Microsoft Office 365 Applications is included in the Strayer student laptop
package and is linked in the Course Info tab inside the course in Blackboard.
● Use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox as your browser and your Strayer email and password as
your credentials, when installing and registering Microsoft Office 365.
● How to Install Office 365 [Video].
● How to Activate Office 365 [PDF].
● What Is Microsoft 365?
Strayer University Library. 2020. . CIS 101 Navigating a Digital World Library Guide
https://library.strayer.edu/cis101
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. Use computers, software, and online tools to effectively complete a task.
2. Use digital tools and techniques to effectively balance timelines and priorities.
3. Select appropriate organizational strategies and digital tools to maximize one’s productivity.
CIS101 – Navigang a Digital World
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WEEKLY COURSE SCHEDULE
The standard requirement for a 4.5 credit hour course is for students to spend 13.5 hours in weekly work.
This includes preparation and activities regardless of delivery mode.
Week Activities and Assignments
1 Activities
● Strayer Story: (5 points) Navigating a Digital World
● Webtext: Chapter 1 (20 points)
