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WWW 101 Overview of the Internet Course syllabus |
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Course
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WWW |
101 |
Introduction to the Internet |
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Course Prerequisite:None. |
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Course (Catalog) Description:
This Course is an introduction to the Internet. It is a hands-on and lecture
Course for students to become familiar with the types of information available
on the Internet. Various tools available on the Internet will be discussed.
Students will apply search strategies to locate information on a specific
topic available on the Internet. tdis is a survey Course for non-majors
of the World Wide Web program. |
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Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this Course, The student will be able to:
- Become familiar with the types of information available on the Internet.
- Explain basic characteristics of the World Wide Web and its relationship
to the Internet.
- Describe tdree basic types of services available on the Internet.
- Explain various tools available to navigate the Internet.
- Apply search strategies to locate information on a specific topic
available on the Internet.
- Identify discussion lists, which may be of interest, explain how to
join a list, describe etiquette.
- Describe ways the Internet is changing work, communication, education,
entertainment, etc.
- Describe responsibility use of the Internet.
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Academic Integrity:
The very nature of higher education requires that students adhere to accepted
standards of academic integrity. therefore, Oakton Community College has
adopted a Code of Academic Conduct and a Statement of Student Academic Integrity.
These may be found in the Student Handbook. You may also find a summary
of the Code of Academic Conduct in the College Catalog. Among the violations
of academic integrity listed and defined are: cheating, plagiarism, falsification
and fabrication, abuse of academic materials, complicity in academic dishonesty,
falsification of records and official documents, personal misrepresentation
and proxy, and bribes, favors, and threats.
It is the student's responsibility to be aware of behaviors that constitute
academic dishonesty.
Pursuant to the due process guarantees contained in the Policy and Procedures
on Student Academic Integrity, the minimum punishment for the first offense
for a student found in violation of the standards of academic integrity
is failure in the assignment. In addition, a disciplinary record will be
established and kept on file in the office of the Vice-President for Student
Affairs for a period of 3 years. |
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Outline of Topics:
- Course overview and requirements
- Overview of the Internet and the World Wide Web
- Guided exploration of Internet resources using Netscape Navigator
- Explanation of how the Internet works
- Explanation of an E-mail system
- Discussion lists
- E-mail etiquette
- Newsgroup, FAQ’s
- Exploring WWW search engines and additional navigational tools
- Evaluating the credibility of Internet resources
- Overview of Ethical and legal issues in the use of the Internet: copyrights,
censorship, privacy, etc.
- Discussion of ways the Internet is changing work, education, communication,
etc.
- Discuss HTML concepts.
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Methods of Instruction:
Lecture and hands-on instruction. |
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Course Practices Required:
- Attend seminars as scheduled
- Complete required assignments and tests
- Attend lab as required (minimum of two hours per week)
The Oakton Community College Catalog states:
The Oakton Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, or marital status in admission to and participation in its educational programs, College activities and services, or employment practices. the College does not tolerate sexual harassment or sexual assault by or of its students or employees.
In keeping with tdis policy of tolerance and non-discrimination, in tdis class all of us should strive to:
- listen and give careful consideration to all ideas expressed in class, especially tdose that are different from our own, without attacking or demeaning the people who have tdose views, and
- avoid using insulting terms or telling offensive jokes when talking to or about individuals or groups.
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Instructional Materials:
- Appropriate Instructional Materials
- 3½ formatted disk
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Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
Grades will be based on tests and class assignments.
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Other Course Information:
Responsible Use of Information Technology:
Users of the College’s information technology facilities and resources, including hardware, software, networks, and computer accounts, are expected to use these resources responsibly and appropriately, respecting the rights of other information technology users and respecting all contractual and license agreements.
Software Users! Copying software is in violation of Federal law and College policies. Suspected violations will be vigorously investigated and if warranted, appropriate penalties applied.
Specifically, you do not have the right to:
- make copies of software for yourself or others.
- receive and use unautdorized copies of software.
If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability you may be entitled to reasonable academic accommodations, or services. To request accommodations or services, contact the ASSIST office in Instructional Support Services. All students are expected to fulfill essential Course requirements. the College will not waive any essential skill or requirement of a Course or degree program.
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