Computer Literacy BASICS: A Comprehensive Guide to IC3 [Hardcover]

CEP Inc. (Author), Ann Ambrose (Author), Marly Bergerud (Author), Donald Busche (Author), Connie Morrison (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0619243821 | ISBN-13: 978-0619243821 | Publication Date: February 24, 2005 | Edition: 5

Computer Literacy BASICS provides an introduction to computer technology and concepts. This text maps to the IC3 standards and is organized into three key components: Computing Fundamentals, Key Applications, and Living Online. It provides thorough instruction on the various uses of the computer, important accessories, networking principles and covers key applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation applications. In addition, Computer Literacy BASICS covers e-mail and Internet principles such as managing e-mail and contacts, searching for a topic online, and how computers affect every day life. Strong end-of-chapter exercises and review material reinforce important topics covered in the lesson and allow students to demonstrate their knowledge of the material.

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About the Author

Custom Editorial Productions, Inc., located in Cincinatti, Ohio is a full-service writing, editing, and book production agancy that has been partnering with textbook publishers and professional societies since 1982.

Ann Ambrose is Dean of Business, Public Services & Technologies at Tide Water Community College in Portsmouth, Virginia. Her previous positions at the school include: Professor of Business, Director of Continuing Education, and Academic Division Chair of Business, Mathematics, Natural Science and Nursing. In addition, she has authored various publications on computer applications, including IC3 BASICS: Internet and Computing Core Certification. Ann holds a Master of Science degree in Vocational Education/Administration from Virginia Tech.

With over forty years in education at both the high school and university level, Dr. Donald Bush?, Ed.D, brings a wealth of experience to his writing. Currently, he is a part-time instructor at Saddleback Community College and J. Serra College Preparatory High School in Southern California. A life member of the California Business Education Association. He is also acting Chair for the Foundation for the Advancement of Business Education, a non-profit organization that provides scholarships to students hoping to attain a career in business.

Connie Morrison has over 30 years of combined experience in education and educational publishing. She has taught students at all grade levels from elementary through college, and she has trained employees in industry. Connie currently works as an education consultant for Encore Training, Inc., providing staff development and training for educators. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 664 pages
• Publisher: Course Technology; 5 edition (February 24, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0619243821
• ISBN-13: 978-0619243821
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #928,410 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for beginners, March 3, 2008

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This review is from: Computer Literacy BASICS: A Comprehensive Guide to IC3 (Hardcover)

This is an excellent book for anyone who is not experienced with computers but who would like to learn. It covers basic computer software and hardware concepts, basic applications, such as MS Word and MS Excel, as well as basic internet concepts and applications. It doesn't assume the reader has any prior computer knowledge. It starts at the beginning and teaches everything the average person needs to know.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid book, but you may just want to get the previous edition, which is much cheaper, September 8, 2009

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This review is from: Computer Literacy BASICS: A Comprehensive Guide to IC3 (Hardcover)

This is a solid book, and I highly recommend it. I've had 150 students pass the exam using both this book, and the previous edition of the book:

IC3 BASICS: Internet and Computing Core Certification.

But for nearly $100 for the new version, I would recommend that a cost-conscience buyer to purchase the previous edition (IC3 BASICS: Internet and Computing Core Certification) which sells for around $15-$25 used on Amazon. Why? Because the old version has 98% of the information students need to pass the exam, so why pay a huge premium for that extra 2%? You can easily supplement the previous version with free information readily available on the Internet, and save yourself $75.

Either way, the new version or the old, you can't go wrong.

5.0 out of 5 stars needed this for school, December 11, 2011

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This review is from: Computer Literacy BASICS: A Comprehensive Guide to IC3 (Basics Series) (Hardcover)

New and in perfect condition, delivered swiftly, book needs to be updated as far as material. Other than that, working with Vista versus Windows 7, is only slightly different.