Getting Started

Welcome to the ELA Standard Course of Study Self-Study!  To begin the work of this course, first familiarize yourself with the information on the homepage. The homepage lists information related to the purpose of the course, the estimated time for completion, CEUs, other related courses, and contact information.

When you are familiar with the information on the homepage, click on "Modules" in the left-hand navigation menu and select "ELA Standards in Practice."

The course will begin with an overview of the ELA Instructional Practices. As you work through the content in the first module, you will progress through the remaining modules of this course.

If you have any content questions, please contact the NCDPI ELA Team.

Netiquette

Netiquette or "network etiquette" is the contemporary term for the proper way users communicate and interact with each other over the Internet.

Since text-based and virtual communication is encouraged in this course, Please be careful and considerate in all communications with other colleagues and the course managers. 

It is difficult to convey tone in an online medium. Consider what will be said and remember that intent might not be inferred by other readers. Take a moment to re-read everything communicated. 

General Computer Requirements

  • Access to reliable Internet speeds of 1.5 Mbps download and upload

  • Browser Plug-ins

    • Windows Media Player (or Flip4Mac for Macs)

    • QuickTime

    • Adobe Flash Player

    • Adobe Reader (or Preview for Mac)

    • Java

  • Audio Speakers or Headset

    • Headsets might provide better sound quality

    • Headsets should have microphones

  • Webcam or built-in camera with microphone

  • Microsoft Word, Adobe, or Google Docs for file viewing and downloading

  • Access to printer

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