Information and optional face-to-face orientations are conducted each semester for new ECDOL and Classroom Technology students to familiarize them with K State Online, which is how courses are offered online at KSU. These are conducted in the evenings and/or weekends for student convenience. Please contect Dr. Talab for questions at talab@ksu.edu.
Below are some KSU websites to help you understand what hardware and software are needed in order to effectively take classes using K State Online. This information is also helpful when considering the purchase of a new computer. Pay special attention to the COllege of Education recommendations.
| K-State Online | Know your computer | http://public.online.ksu.edu/support/kyc/ | |
| K State Online | System Requirements | http://public.online.ksu.edu/support/system_requirements.php | |
| K State Online | Readiness Test | http://public.online.ksu.edu/support/readiness_test.php | (to see if your computer and connection work with KSOL) |
| General Information: | Hardware and software (Mac and PC) | http://www.k-state.edu/infotech/hardware-software/ | |
| Connecting to K-State | eID, e-mail, etc. | http://www.k-state.edu/infotech/connecting-to-kstate/ | |
| Buying a computer for college | http://www.k-state.edu/infotech/buying/ | ||
| College of Education's Recommendations for hardware and software | pdf file to download | http:coe.ksu.edu/ECDOL/IVCHardware&Software.pdf | NOTE: these College of Education Recommendations should be followed for the best experience using K State Online for your CT and ECDOL program. |