Below find links to video clips featuring tutorials for using information technologies. These tutorials cover some of the common information technologies including word processors, Blackboard course management tools, and Internet searching. Some of the information refers to technologies available at UNC, Chapel Hill, but much of the information can apply to uses of information technologies elsewhere. The files are large in size and in some cases the sound quality is not ideal. We will update these tutorials with additional resources and revised versions when possible.

Tutorials are available in QuickTime, AVI and RealMedia format. QuickTime and AVI video quality is best, but if you are not using a fast Internet connection, you will want to use the RealMedia format.

Most modern PCs have video players installed that will play the "avi" files. Most Macintosh computers have QuickTime player installed which will play the ".mov" files. You may need to download and install a player for the ".rm" RealMedia files. Should you need to download any of the players, use the links below.

QuickTime Player for Mac or Windows can be downloaded at http://www.apple.com/quicktime/	Windows Media Player can be downloaded at http://www.microsoft.com/mediaplayer	A RealMedia player can be downloaded at http://www.real.com/download/ (Be sure to locate and select the free version of the RealMedia player.)

These tutorials are freely available for use by educational institutions and individuals. They may be downloaded and modified as long as they are used for non-profit purposes.

Inserting Comments Using a Word Processor
	This tutorial covers how to use the Insert Comment feature of the Microsoft Word word processor. It also treats strategies for providing useful feedback to writers.	Download the Insert Comment Tutorial commenting.mov commenting.avi commenting.rm

Tracking Changes Using a Word Processor
	This tutorial covers how to use the Track Changes feature of the Microsoft Word word processor. It also discusses strategies for writers to conduct meaningful revisions.	Download the Tracking Changes Tutorial changetracking.mov changetracking.avi changetracking.rm

Using Spelling and Grammar Checking in Microsoft Word
	This tutorial covers how to use the spelling and grammar checkers in Microsoft Word. It also provides advice about the dangers of relying too heavily on these word processor tools.	Download the Spelling and Grammer Checking Tutorial spellcheck.mov spellcheck.avi spellcheck.rm

Using the Thesaurus in Microsoft Word
	This tutorial demonstrates how to use the thesaurus in Microsoft Word, looking at the need to be aware of parts of speech when using the thesaurus.	Download the Thesaurus Tutorial thesaurus.mov thesaurus.avi thesaurus.rm

Using UNC Webmail
	The Webmail tutorial covers the major features of UNC's Webmail client, including reading and responding to messages and sending attachments.	Download the Webmail Tutorial webmail.mov webmail.avi webmail.rm

Using the BlackBoard Virtual Classroom and Conducting Chat Sessions
	This tutorial demonstrates the Virtual Classroom feature of the Blackboard course management system. It looks at a sample chat and discusses strategies for using chats to brainstorm.	Download the Virtual Classroom and Chat Tutorial chat.mov chat.avi chat.rm

Using Blackboard Discussion Boards
	This tutorial covers the major features of Blackboard's Discussion Board. It provides instructions for participating in discussion forums and attaching documents to forum messages.	Download the Discussion Board Tutorial forum.mov forum.avi forum.rm

Creating a Personal Page Using Netscape Composer
	This three stage tutorial provides instructions for creating a personal page using Netscape Composer. It covers saving files and entering text, using tables, placing images, and creating links. It also discusses strategies of design.	Download the Netscape Composer Tutorial composer.mov composer.avi composer.rm

Boolean Search Strategies
	Search strategies are covered in this tutorial that features discussion of some of the most commong boolean operators that can be used to refine the results for electronic searches.	Download the Boolean Strategies Tutorial boolean.mov boolean.avi boolean.rm

An Overview of the UNC Libraries Web Page
	This tutorial demonstrates the major features of the UNC Libraries Web page. It includes coverage of the library catalog, indexes and abstracts and other information.	Download the Library Overview Tutorial library.mov library.avi library.rm

An Overview of Electronic Journals, Indexes and Databases
	This tutorial provides instructions for accessing electronic journal, indexes and databases available from the libraries at UNC, Chapel Hill.	Download the Journals, Indexes and Databases Tutorial journals.mov journals.avi journals.rm

Tutorials created by Robin Seaton Brown, Will Nolan, and Daniel Anderson
Updated on May 1st, 2002.