Macintosh or Windows Platorms

Instructor:  Sharon Bond

Introduction

This course was created as component of the Reach for the Sky project, funded by the Annenberg/CPB Math and Science project and the US WEST Foundation.   Please read the Technical Hardware/Software requirements at the top of this page required for all of the classes offered. 

Objectives

The course Learning Beginning Internet Skills is divided into three units.

The first unit "Searching for Resources" looks at the most popular area of the Internet, the World Wide Web (WWW). The lessons in this unit deal with skills such as using a web browser to "surf" the web, using the features of a web browser to search for and capture both text and graphics, and making the most of the web browser's bookmark feature.

The second unit "Communicating on the Internet" deals with what is probably the most widely used feature of the Internet. The lessons in this unit deal with email, mailing lists, and newsgroups.

The third unit "Advanced Internet Usage" takes a look at some of the more advanced features that are available. Lessons in this unit deal with the transferring of files, searching of gopher space, and the manipulation of images.

The student will:

• Learn how to use the Internet including, the World Wide Web, Electronic Mail, Netnews, and additional applications.

• Learn how to search for resources on the Internet.

• Develop an understanding of the different types and uses of resources available via the Internet. 

Prerequisites

None.

Required Hardware and Software

1. 486 or higher PC running the Windows operating system or a Macintosh running the System 7.1 operating system or higher.

2. 40mbs of free hard disk space and a minimum of 16 megabytes of RAM. (32 mb is recommended.)

3. Netscape and a SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection.

4. A 28.8 or higher speed modem is strongly recommended.  

IMPERATIVE!!!!!!
Everyone MUST have updated Virus Protection Software.
Norton's Home page ..........http://www.norton.com
McAfee Home Page............http://www.mcafee.com/

Technical Support:
Your local provider should be able to provide most of the technical support that you require.