Course Technology Educator's Corner
Teach with Technology

Teach with Technology

Embrace the digital transformation with Course Technology!

Below are links to solutions and content we have created to help you enhance your teaching and learning experience with technology.

Or, read more about your options below!


Test and Train with SAM

SAM helps your students master critical computer skills such as Microsoft Office, operating systems, the Internet, and much more.
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Harness the power of CoursePort, a central location from which you can access our online learning solutions with convenience and flexibility. Centralized access to online activities for your classes will increase your productivity and save you time. Use CoursePort to gain access to robust online resources including Instructor Resources, Companion Web sites, and more.

  • A single password allows you to utilize our Universal Gradebook to track the work your students complete in the Companion Web sites that accompany many Course Technology titles
  • Within the Universal Gradebook, you can easily link each student to your class and view results for the individuals or the class as a whole.
  • Customized reporting reveals exactly what content is engaging your students and what is challenging them.
  • CoursePort’s personalized services add value and convenience to Cengage Course Technology’s Web sites including personalized homepages for you and your students.

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Online Content
Whether you combine online material in your traditional classroom, or teach exclusively over the Internet, our Online Content will engage your students and jump-start your curriculum. Learn more at TLC  -Technology Learning Connected


Other Training Solutions

Let one of our technology-based training methods help your students get ahead. Choose from the approaches below:

LabSim™ - The Practical Hands-on Experience Needed to Succeed in the IT Industry

Course Technology offers a complete line of LabSim™ products. Developed by TestOut, a pioneer in developing applied multimedia and simulation technologies for learning environments, the unique LabSim™ product allows students to simulate an operating system and network configuration on a home computer without the need of additional hardware or software.

LabSim™ enables student to work in a true-to-life computing environment. Intelligent simulations allow learners to apply what they have learned in their study, and practice critical troubleshooting skills without the threat of disabling a live operating system or network. Below are the features found in LabSim™.

  • Open Simulations:
  • Demonstrations:
  • Multimedia Tools: .
  • Technical Glossary:
  • Bookmarks and Notepad

Watch a product tour

LabSim™ products are currently available for popular Microsoft MCSE/MCSA courses, Network+, Security+, A+ Core Hardware and OS Technologies. CD-based and stand-alone versions allow for installation onto any PC. It is like taking an interactive learning lab at home, without the expensive setup costs.

To see our LabSim™ products just search for LabSim in our online catalog.


Web-Based Labs - for MCSE/MCSA Guide to Windows XP Professional

To see our Web-Based Lab products just search for Web-Based Labs in our online catalog.


Student Edition Labs 4.0 -Bring computer concepts to life with new and improved labs

Keep your students engaged by offering interactive training in the latest technology with our exciting and visually stimulating Student Edition Labs.

The Student Edition Labs version 4.0 include updated content on Microsoft Office 2007 and Windows Vista as well as a new lab called IT in the Workplace. Through a combination of reading, observing, practicing, and reviewing, students will enhance their understanding and knowledge of these concepts and skills as they complete the labs.

Content areas include hands-on practice for essential computer skills, such as:

  • Hardware
  • Software
  • E-commerce
  • Multimedia
  • The Internet
  • Societal Issues
Features of the Student Edition Labs 4.0 include:
  • A new, easier to navigate user interface
  • Updates for currency on the latest technology topics
  • Coverage of Microsoft Office 2007
  • Tracking of results and reports through the Online Companions that accompany our computer concepts titles.

The Student Edition Labs are available on our computer concepts Online Companions
and also on CD (1-4239-9766-2) allowing anytime, anywhere access!