Diane_Bounds_Syllabus

Syllabus


 * Course Description and Basic Information**
 * 1) Course Description:
 * The goal of this course is to teach teachers how to effectively use the Google search engine and the online databases provided by the school district. Participants will be instructed on terminology associated with the World Wide Web (Web), how to perform a basic search on Google, how to determine keywords to enhance searching, how to use the advanced features to search Google, and how to use the same strategies to search other online resources.
 * 1) Prerequisites
 * Participants should have basic familiarity with computers. Participants should be comfortable using a mouse and/or track pad to navigate their computer. Participants should understand the benefits of performing effective online searches.
 * 1) Student Learning Outcomes
 * Participants will be able to successfully identify the difference between a Search Engine and a Web Browser and find current and valid information online using appropriate sources appropriate to their needs.


 * Expectations**
 * 1) Teaching Methods
 * Course will be conducted using both in-class instruction and eLearning methods. Discussion between participants and instructor is highly encouraged in order to promote deeper understanding of course content. The searches and material will be tailored to the interest of the participants in order for each participant to connect to the material on a deeper level.
 * 1) Student Roles
 * Participants are required to actively participate in class be answering questions and providing input in class discussions and activities.


 * Texts & Materials**
 * 1) There are no texts and materials required for this course. All course material will be provided in class by instructor.


 * Technology Enhanced Learning**
 * 1) Basic Technology Information
 * Participants must have access to a fully charged computer with Internet connectivity. A majority of the class will be conducted online.
 * 1) Online Materials
 * All materials will be available via the districts Moodle site.