This course meets one of the two course requirements which may be used as an option for meeting the language requirement for the Ph.D. program. The course explores the Internet, its orgin and historical development, the current status of its development and such conventions in using the Internet as telnet, the World Wide Web and the browser program, Netscape. Students will learn to use the Internet as a research tool, evaluating and compiling search strategies for various of the search engines available. Bookmarking, graphics, saving and printing and proper referencing of Internet resources are essential parts of the course. Students will develop a Personal Home Page using HTML (hypertext markup language) and load the home page to the UT web server, thus making it available to the world. The class will also examine ways of using the Internet as an instructional tool with some consideration of "intranet" applications.

The course will be equally balanced between "hands on" learning activities and theoretical study of the Internet and its potential. Students will exit the course knowing about the Internet and with the capability to use it as an information/research/instructional tool.

Literacy includes being proficient in using the basic computer interface (Macintosh or Windows), being able to perform basic file management operations (formatting a disk, saving files, retrieving files, copying files and printing). You will be working on the Macintosh platform in this class and if you are unfamiliar with it (Windows users especially) you should independently work through the tutorial program (found on the hard drive of your lab computer) called "MacBasics." If you are not familiar with Macintosh, two 1-2 hour tutorial sessions are scheduled and it is highly recommended that you attend. Be certain that you have or get these prerequisite skills as your success in this class depends on your ability to work with the Macintosh.

Objectives of the course include:

• basic computer operations
• the historical development of the Internet;
• students will become proficient with the navigational icons and strategies for using Netscape;
• major emphasis upon the use of the Internet as a research tool;
• development of a personal HomePage by each student;
• examination of the use of the Internet as an instructional tool;
• impact of the Web on society.

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Materials:

Students will need at least two high density diskettes for this course. Those using Window's machines should format their disks with the Macintosh PowerPCs.

The hands-on nature of this course makes daily attendance a must for all students. Students shall receive one point for attendance of each class. No attendance credit if tardy (tardy is anytime after instructor starts class).

In-Class Labs
Structured in-class lab sessions will occur during most classes. The assigned lab task will be evaluated before the end of class and points will be given at that time. No revisions of labs following class will be allowed.

Out of Class
Students will complete assignments on each of the topics in the course outline. Assignments will be evaluated based on their assigned number of points. As this course is based upon mastery learning, students may revise assignments until the desired number of points are earned. However, some conditions to revision apply:

1. assignments must be turned in on time (in other words, late assignments may not be revised);
2. revised assignments must be turned in the next class after they are returned;
3. the original assignment must accompany revised assignments with names distinguishing them from one another.
Late assignments will be accepted up to one class period past the original due date. After that time, assignments will not be accepted. If an extreme emergency precludes you from turning an assignment in on time, please contact the instructor.

Grades/Points:

Points will be available on-line. Students may access only his/her own grades/points using the last four digits of his/her social security number and full last name in lower case letters. Each student should carefully monitor his/her points and discuss any discrepancy with the instructor. The Grades file will be revised and uploaded every Wednesday morning.

Grading Scale: (Total points: 291)



Percentage	Grade	Points
96-100%	A	279-291
94-95%	B+	274-278
90-93%	B	262-273
87-89%	C+	253-261
84-86%	C	244-252
80-83%	D+	233-243
76-79%	D	221-232
0-75%	F	220 or below