A. Core Internet: Understands and uses the Internet and the World Wide Web
Glossary of Internet and Web Jargon UC Berkeley Library
1. Understands the basic structure of the Internet and of the World Wide Web (Web sites and Web pages)
How Does the Internet Work? Dynamic Web Solutions
The Internet--How Does It Work? (wydea.com)
2. Can identify the parts of a URL
The Web at a Glance: Anatomy of a URL (Learn The Net)
3. Identifies and uses common browsers for accessing the Web; understands and uses URLs
Internet navigation GrassRootsDesign
4. Uses common functions of Web browsers (navigation buttons, scroll, add “bookmarks” or “favorites,” print)
World Wide Web Browser Tutorial Dynamic Web Solutions
5. Downloads and saves files from the Internet, including image, audio and video
Copying Pictures & Text from the World Wide Web Dynamic Web Solutions
6. Downloads e-books and audiobooks
B. Core Internet: Performs basic information searches
1. Identifies and uses search engines, Web directories and online databases
Searching on the World Wide Web Dynamic Web Solutions
2. Evaluates information for quality and credibility
Evaluating Webpages UC Berkeley Library
3. Demonstrates familiarity with a variety of search strategies (keyword, Boolean operators)
Searching on the World Wide Web Dynamic Web Solutions
4. Utilizes the Find feature to locate information on a Web page
C. Core Internet: Understands common security protocols related to Internet Use
Computer Security GrassRootsDesign
1. Understands the purpose of anti-virus and anti-spam software
Computer Viruses GrassRootsDesign
Computer Viruses Learn the Net
2. Identifies pop-up windows and blocks or allows them as necessary
How do I stop pop-up or pop-under Internet ads? Computer Hope
3. Understands the function of cookies
4. Recognizes secure transaction sites and understands what type of activities are conducted there
Secure Transactions Learn the Net
Secure Websites in Plain English Common Craft
5. Understands and applies the library’s computer and Internet usage policies (CIPA, privacy, security)