Overview of the Web as an information resource, comparing search engines, and how to evaluate what you find on the web. The workshop can be customized for individual departments or classes upon request.

Participants will learn the skills needed to begin using the WWW. It is intended for those who have little or no experience with the Web. Topics covered include:
What is the Internet?
How does it work?
What types of information can you find on the WWW?
What is a URL and why do I need to know about it?

Participants learn the structure if HTML documents and basic HTML tags. Some of the effects of HTML on search engine results will also be covered. Participants should be familiar with the worldwide web and with basic word processing.

Participants will be introduced to advanced html tags; tables, frames and other advanced HTML techniques. Participants should be familiar with basic HTML tags and the use of text editors for creating web pages.

This workshop will teach the skills needed to sucessfully search the many databases available through the library including Britannica and the computer catalog. It will also cover the more important indexes available through the libraries web site.

A basic introduction to a group of over 60 indexes, arranged by subject, that all use the same search engine.

More and more job announcements are showing up on the WWW. This class will help students locate and use career and employment information resources on the WWW.