LIBR 72: Effective Use of the Internet

A 1-unit online course, offered beginning 2004.

Course Description:

An online course focused on effective Internet searching, and critical evaluation of results.

Course Objectives:

Students in this course will explore various Internet search tools including directories, search engines, and metasearchers.  By the completion of this course students should develop the following competencies: Demonstrate the ability to locate information using at least five different search engines, directories and metasearch tools to solve information needs. Formulate a variety of search strategies, which will locate information relevant to the question. Retrieve information using the strategies and evaluate it using a standard set of criteria. Understand different file formats and their uses on the Internet. Identify information sources for working in a multicultural community Locate information in a specific subject area with different search tools.  How to locate information on the "hidden" Web.

Grading:

Grading follows a standard 10% scale:  90-100=A  80-89=B  70-79=C  60-69=D  below 59=F  Numerical scores will be awarded for all assignments, quizzes, and weekly participation.  Grades will be computed as follows: 40% participation in class discussion, response postings to fellow students and posted collaborative assignments. 30% individual assignments  30% quizzes.

For more information please go to Effective Use of the Internet or contact Stephanie Tetter by email, by phone (646-4082) or in person at the Library Technology Center.