- Where can I get an introduction to Web-based learning?
- What are the computer requirements for this course?
- How do I use a web browser?
- Will I need any other software to complete the course?
- How do I navigate the course?
- How do I access the journal articles/supplemental readings?
- How do I contact the instructor?
- Where can I get technical support for the course?
What are the computer requirements for this course?
The requirements can be located at the KU School of Nursing web site. View the requirements now.
Exploring the web can be a more satisfying experience if you know more about the features of your web browser. This information will focus on using the web browsers Netscape and Internet Explorer. Other browsers may or may not incorporate all of the same functions.
Tool Bars
Located across the top of a Web browser are tool bars. Toolbars contain options that help you navigate the Web.
Netscape Tool bars
Internet Explorer Tool bars
Frequently Used browser options include:
Back - takes you backwards one link at a time, back through the last few web pages you have looked at.
Forward - lets you navigate forward through the links that you had already visited, then backed out of.
Reload/Refresh - this feature lets you request a fresh copy of a web page.
Home - takes you back to the Home Page that you have designated in your browser.
Search - allows you to search for web pages with keywords.
Print - allows you to print the current page to a printer connected to your computer.
Stop - stops the loading of a page; if you are waiting for a long time for a web page to appear, for instance, you can select Stop and the browser will stop loading it.
Bookmarks/Favorites - a listing of your favorite web sites
Location/Address - the address or URL of the current page.
More information on these functions can be found in the Help menu of your browser.
Will I need any other software to complete the course?
Yes, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader, a plugin that works with Netscape and Internet Explorer. If you do not have this you can download it by clicking below.
You may also download these from the KU Software Download site if you use KUMC On-line as your Internet provider. The Student Computing CD, available from the ITC/ERC, also contains all the software needed for distance education courses.
How do I navigate the course?
The course is divided into six sections: Course Orientation, NRSG 750 Syllabus, NRSG 751 Syllabus, Course Units 750/751, Threaded Discussion, and Help. These sections are accessible with the links at the top of each page. Course Orientation and Help contain valuable information that will help you successfully begin and complete the course. They should be read before you begin any coursework. All coursework is accessed through the Course Units 750/751. Course Units 750/751 also contains information on unit dates and assignment due dates. Threaded Discussion connects you to the site at which asynchronous discussions will be held with your classmates. If you have not used WebBoard before or have not accessed your account in 90 days you will need to establish an account to enter the discussion site. There are directions for how to accomplish this in the Course Orientation page.
How do I access journal articles/supplemental readings?
The journal articles and supplemental readings are listed in each of the course units. They will be contained in the course pack you buy from the library.
How do I contact the instructor?
You may contact the instructor by phone or email.
Leonie Pallikkathayil RN DSN
Office: School of Nursing Building, Rm 3065
Phone: (913) 588-3351
E-mail: lpallikk@kumc.edu
If the instructor is not available to answer the phone you may leave a voice mail message.
Where can I get technical support for the course?
You can get help by calling the KUMC Customer Support Help Desk at 913-588-7995. The Help Desk is answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
A Network Specialist or Remote Access Specialist will take your call Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM through 11:00 PM. Calls outside of these hours will be taken by the Computer Room personnel. They will either resolve your problem or page the appropriate on-call technician.
You may also contact the help desk 24 hours per day by sending an e-mail at helpdesk@kumc.edu and they will answer your e-mail during normal working hours.
When sending an e-mail to the Help Desk be sure to include the following: your name, your phone number, a detailed description of the problem, any error messages and the date and time the problem occurred.