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LLI 232 - Digital Technology Everything - Everywhere - Anytime!

Course Outline:

What is digital technology? What impact does digital technology have in my life? Many people feel like visitors in this new digital universe. They want to become digital residents, but do not know where to start. This course provides a roadmap to electronic tools, social media, online gaming, applications, multi-media, cloud computing, and mobile devices. You will explore what is a digital network, and what are the components of a wired and wireless network. You will compare the difference between telecommunication and computer wireless networks. You will also discuss the World Wide Web, the Cloud, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Prerequisites:

Computer Basics, File Management Skills, or equivalent experience.

Required Textbook & Materials

  • None

Meeting Information:

  • Days:   Wendesday
  • Dates:   7/25/2018
  • Number of Sessions:   1
  • Time:   1:00 - 4:00 PM
  • Location:   Germantown - PK 178

    • Lesson Plan:

    • •  Course Introduction
    • •  Define digital technology
    • •  Identifying the key reasons why understanding digital technology in important today.
    • •  Identifying the impact digital technology has in your life.
    • •  Identifying how digital technology enhances your lifestyle.
    • •  Identify the what are digital wired and wireless network.
    • •  Explain the difference between telecommunication and computer wireless networks.
    • •  Explain and defines how to use the World Wide Web, Cloud, and Internet of Things (IoT).

    Class Exercises

    Please list the three most important questions you have concerning digital technology.

    Videos

    Data Brokers

    Social Media

    Digital Footprint

    VPN's

    Support Links:

    Technical Terms, Jargon, Acronyms, and Abbreviations

    Digital Literacy Links

    Computing Devices Help Links

    Colleges and Universities