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Internet and Information Searching I

This course explores the Internet and information search techniques. It covers fundamental concepts such as internet, domain names, search engines, and search strategies. Students will learn about data communication standards like HTML and XML, web services, library websites, social media networks, and Library 2.0. The course also addresses challenges in information searching and emerging issues for library and information professionals, providing a comprehensive understanding of the digital information landscape.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Internet SearchWeb ServicesSocial MediaLibrary 2.0Information Retrieval

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Internet and Domain Names

2

Search Engines and Strategies

3

Data Communication Standards

4

Library Websites and Portals

5

Social Media Networks

6

Library 2.0 Tools

7

Information Retrieval Challenges

8

Emerging Issues for Information Professionals

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Information Architect

Apply your skills in this growing field

Digital Librarian

Apply your skills in this growing field

Web Content Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Information Specialist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Knowledge Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

LibrariesArchivesMuseumsEducational InstitutionsCorporate Information Centers

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Internet Searches: Definition and Description of Concepts

2h

Unit 1: Introduction to Internet and Domain Name

2 study hours
  • •Define internet and domain name.
  • •Distinguish between the internet and World Wide Web.
  • •Describe the types and uses of domain names.
Week
2

Module 1: Internet Searches: Definition and Description of Concepts

2h

Unit 2: Search Engines

2 study hours
  • •Define and describe search engines.
  • •Describe how search engines work.
  • •Highlight the merits and demerits of search engines.
  • •Give examples of search engines and when to use them.
Week
3

Module 1: Internet Searches: Definition and Description of Concepts

2h

Unit 3: Internet Search Strategies

2 study hours
  • •Learn various internet search strategies.
  • •Employ these strategies in practice.
  • •Understand Boolean operators, phrase searching, and fuzzy search.
  • •Practice wildcard and truncation searches.
Week
4

Module 1: Internet Searches: Definition and Description of Concepts

2h

Unit 4: Internet Access in Libraries: The Prerequisites

2 study hours
  • •Describe the necessary terms and conditions for accessing the Internet in the library.
  • •State why these rules are necessary.
  • •Provide guidelines for the library to use the Internet.
  • •Understand information access principles and internet use policy.
Week
5

Module 2: Data Communication Standard in the Internet

2h

Unit 1: Introduction to Data Communication

2 study hours
  • •Define and describe data communication.
  • •State the major aspects of data communication.
  • •Describe HTML, XML, HTTP, and URL.
  • •Describe Distributed Application Using Web Services RMI, RSS.
Week
6

Module 3: Library Websites for Library and Information Centres

4h

Unit 2: Distributed Application Using Web Services RMI, RSS

2 study hours
  • •Define and describe RSS and RMI.
  • •Describe the basic characteristics of RSS.
  • •Understand the steps involved in the RMI process.

Unit 1: Static and Dynamic Website

2 study hours
  • •Clarify the concepts of static and dynamic websites.
  • •Distinguish between static and dynamic websites.
  • •Highlight the benefits of static and dynamic websites.
Week
7

Module 3: Library Websites for Library and Information Centres

2h

Unit 2: Subject Gateways and Subject Directories

2 study hours
  • •Define and describe subject directories.
  • •Give a description of subject gateways.
  • •Identify certain key features of subject gateways.
  • •List advantages of subject gateways to the library and information users.
Week
8

Module 3: Library Websites for Library and Information Centres

2h

Unit 3: Web Directories and Library Portals

2 study hours
  • •Define and describe web directories.
  • •Know the features of web directories.
  • •State the functions of web directories.
  • •Understand the meaning of library portal.
  • •Ascertain the meaning of Portal Contents.
Week
9

Module 4: Social Media Networks 1

4h

Unit 1: Evolution of Social Media

2 study hours
  • •Define the concept of social media.
  • •Explain the evolution of social media.
  • •Understand the history and operations of some social media platforms.

Unit 2: Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Twitter

2 study hours
  • •Give a brief description of Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest.
  • •Explain the growth of the social networks.
  • •Discuss the operations and benefits of the social networks.
Week
10

Module 4: Social Media Networks 1

2h

Unit 3: Blogs, Bookmarking, Wikis

2 study hours
  • •Define the concept of Blogs, Bookmarking sites, and Wikis.
  • •Explain the basic functions of Blogs, Bookmarking tools, and Wikis.
  • •Understand the techniques and procedure for using Blogs, Bookmarking tools and Wikis.
Week
11

Modules 5: Social Media Network II

2h

Unit 1: Other emerging Library 2.0 tools

2 study hours
  • •Discuss Podcasting, IM, Mobile Technologies, RSS.
  • •Understand the use of RSS feeds for updates.
  • •Explore the potential of mobile technologies for library services.
Week
12

Modules 5: Social Media Network II

4h

Unit 2: Library 2.0 Tools and Technologies for the Transformation of Information Service Delivery

2 study hours
  • •Understand emerging terminologies: Web 2.0, Library 2.0.
  • •Explain how Library 2.0 tools and techniques have transformed information service delivery.

Unit 3: Challenges of Information Search in a network Environments

2 study hours
  • •Understand challenges of navigating the Net environment.
  • •Proffer solutions to the challenges of searching the internet.
Week
13

Modules 5: Social Media Network II

4h

Unit 4: Emerging Issues for Library and Information Professionals

2 study hours
  • •Discuss emerging issues for library and information professionals.
  • •Discuss new roles for information professionals as a result of challenges of the internet environment.

Unit 5: Emerging Management Imperatives for Information Professionals

2 study hours
  • •Explain management imperatives occasioned by the Net environment.
  • •Describe major management imperatives such as strategic management, and knowledge management.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review definitions of key concepts like domain names, search engines, and web services.

2

Practice internet search strategies using Boolean operators and advanced search techniques.

3

Create a comparative table outlining the differences between static and dynamic websites.

4

Summarize the key features and applications of various social media platforms.

5

Focus on understanding the challenges of information searching in networked environments.

6

Prepare detailed notes on emerging issues for library and information professionals, including ethical and legal considerations.

7

Create concept maps linking Library 2.0 tools to specific information service delivery methods.

8

Practice identifying relevant information resources using subject gateways and web directories.

9

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and address areas of weakness.

10

Allocate specific study hours for each module based on its complexity and your familiarity with the content.

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