Introduction to the Internet is a 6-hour program providing basic Internet search and use skills, with the World Wide Web is its focus. Prerequisites include a basic understanding of computer operations and mouse manipulation as provided in “Intro to Computers.” Successful completion of Internet & E-mail Level I, or equivalent knowledge, is required to take Internet Level II.

Course Content:

• History and scope of the Internet;

• Connecting to the Internet;

• Using a browser to explore the World Wide Web;

• Multiple methods to search for information;

• Searching for information more effectively;

• Using Search Engines and comparing the results;

• Reviewing what sites have been visited on the World Wide Web;

• Organizing favorite Internet sites into folders for easy access;

• Sending e-mail to other students and to outside addresses.