Computer Literacy | Summer 2025 | June 16 – July 27, 2025

Hi everyone,

Welcome to CSIS 1 – Computer Literacy. I’m glad you’re here.

This course is about building confidence with the digital tools and systems that shape our daily lives. Whether you’re here to meet a requirement or get more comfortable with technology, we’ll keep things practical, grounded, and connected to the real world. 

👩🏻‍🏫 About Me

I’m Dr. Corey Cason, and I’ll be guiding you through the next six weeks. My background is in IT project management, business, and digital strategy—and I’ve worked across both corporate and educational spaces. I also run a small business and teach project management.

I care about making tech feel more accessible, more useful, and less overwhelming. I'm not looking for perfection—just effort, curiosity, and honesty.

📚 What to Expect

Each week will include:

• 📘 Readings
• 💬 Discussion Posts
• 📝 Reading Quiz 
• 🛠 Practical Assignment

All items are due Sundays at 11:59 PM

✅ Week 1: What to Do First (Due Sunday, June 22)

• Read the Course Syllabus
• Purchase the course textbook 
• Read Chapters 1 & 2 of Computer Literacy: Navigating the Digital Age
• Take the quiz over Chapters 1 & 2 (in Module 1)
• Post in the Digital Citizenship discussion forum
• Complete your real-world exercise for Module 1

📩 How to Reach Me

Need help or have a question? Reach out anytime:
📧 Email: ccason@gavilan.edu
💬 Canvas Messages are totally fine
📞 Office hours: By appointment—Zoom or phone, just let me know what works for you

🧭 A Few Tips to Stay on Track

• Check Canvas and your email a couple times a week
• Don’t wait until the last minute—this 6-week session moves fast
• If you fall behind, don’t ghost. Reach out. The sooner we talk about it the sooner we can get you back on track.

Looking forward to learning with you this term,

Dr. Corey Cason