This assignment has two parts: In this part of the assignment, you will identify the degree to which you are a “tool using” being and reflect upon your current levels of technology use. . Unfortunately, computers crash and Internet connections fail—usually at the most inconvenient times. It is important to have a plan in place, just in case. After all, instructors expect assignments to be turned in on time, regardless of technical difficulties. Fortunately, there is lots of help available if you know where to look for it. Completing this worksheet and printing it out will provide you with essential information when you most need it. If your computer is not working, you may need to access your online courses and other university services from a different computer. Usually, we do not memorize these addresses as they are bookmarked on the computer. You will need this information if you lose your bookmarks. Walden website address: ________________________________ Website address for accessing online courses (at Walden, this is through your myWalden
portal page): _________________________________ Identify a minimum of two alternative computers that you could use at any time throughout the term in case your primary computer is not working. If your home computer is your primary computer, then you will need to list two more. Location: Hours: Location: Hours: Backup or save your course files weekly to an external drive ( ), recordable CD or DVD, Flash or USB drive, or a cloud service. or other data storage device. This ensures you will have access to important files even if you cannot access your computer. I will backup files to this item, device, or place: __________________________ It is important to back up your files regularly. A best practice is to select a time and day each week to complete this task, then write it on your weekly calendar. I will backup files on this day each week: ____________________________ It is important to have contact information printed out for reference in case of a technology failure. E-mail: Phone: Hours: Name: E-mail: Phone: Office: Time zone: