New Perspectives on Windows Vista, Introductory (Available Titles Skills Assessment Manager

by June Jamrich Parsons, Dan Oja, Lisa Ruffolo

Following the critical thinking, problem-solving approach of the New Perspectives Series students will gain a introductory understanding of Microsoft Windows Vista, including the new features of the software. The case-based tutorials challenge students to apply what they are learning to real-life tasks, preparing them to easily transfer skills to new situations. With the New Perspectives Series approach, students understand why they're learning what they're learning, and are better situated to retain skills.

368 pages, Paperback

Published June 22, 2007

About the author

June Parsons purchased her first computer, an Apple II+, in 1981 and quickly became fluent in BASIC, dBASE II, Lotus 123, WordStar, and a variety of accounting programs. The next year, they opened a successful small computer retail store that also offered software instruction to children and adults.
June taught at the university level for more than 20 years, has a doctorate in Educational Technology, and was certified by the ICCP in 1995. June began writing and creating educational software with her husband, Dan Oja, for Course Technology in 1992. They contributed to the Windows for Business and Illustrated Series and developed the New Perspectives, e-Course, and Practical series. They work via the Internet with a team of highly skilled media specialists and desktop publishers located in various states and provinces.