WT100 - Seeking Information On the Web

Description:

The course will teach fundamentals about effectively searching the Internet. It will look at setting browser preferences and searching for information with Google. A preview of Internet Explorer 8.0 will also be offered

Objectives:

Topics to be covered include

• using your Web browser
• setting basic browser preferences, including
  • favorites/bookmarks (within a list and on the main window)
  • cookies and history
  • text size
• search engines
  • how they work
  • how to run basic and advanced searches
  • how to narrow searches to get just the information you want
• an overview of NIH Web offerings
• a list of useful websites

Reasonable Accommodations

Individuals who need reasonable accommodation to participate in CIT Training courses should let CIT Training know at least 5 days prior to the class. For interpreting services, please request them from the ORS Interpreting Services by completing the form at Interpreting Services Form or calling (301) 402-8180 or TTY (301) 435-1908 at least 5 days before the start of the class.

Who should attend:

Interested NIH staff

Instructor(s):

Hanford Smith, CIT

Time Required:

3 Hours

Sections Available: