- Instructor:
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Thomas P. Kelliher
Hoffberger 140
Office phone: (410) 337-6189
Home phone: (410) 931-2946
Send e-mail to kelliher AT DOMAIN goucher.edu
http://phoenix.goucher.edu/~kelliher/
Office hours: MWF 10:30--11:20am. Th 1:00-3:00pm. Other times by
appointment.
- Class:
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Hoffberger 149
MWF 12:30--1:20pm
http://phoenix.goucher.edu/~kelliher/f2003/cs102/
- Objectives:
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Communicating, computing what's the difference? We will explore
the world of computing: its capabilities and limitations. The Internet and
the World Wide Web are a large part of that world, unlocking personal
communication on a scale never before seen. Where else can one communicate
with so many, so inexpensively. How do we locate the information we need
among this ever-growing body of ``knowledge?'' How do we evaluate that
which we find? How can we communicate most effectively with others?
We will also be introduced to some of the technical aspects of computing,
as well as the many areas of social and ethical concern raised by the rapid
evolution of computer technology. Topics include the Internet and
worldwide information exchange, the power and limitations of the computer
as a problem solver, and the issues of privacy, security, and computer
crime. The course will be very much ``hands-on.'' Large parts of the
course are devoted to an exploration of specific computer applications and
the Internet.
- Expectations:
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For each hour in class, I expect you to be willing to spend two to three
hours outside of class.
- Textbook:
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W. G. Lehnert, Web 101: Making the 'Net Work for You, 2nd ed.,
Addison Wesley, 2003. Required.
- Other Resources:
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There are many, many resources available on the Internet and especially the
World Wide Web. Two of our course goals are discovering and evaluating
these resources.
- Grading:
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Grade Distribution
A = [92%--100%],
A- = [90%--92%),
B+ = [88%--90%),
B = [82%--88%),
B- = [80%--82%),
etc. Grades are ``one point rounded.''
Course Point Distribution
There are approximately 850 total points for the course:
- Online quizzes. These will be conducted before each class,
starting Sept. 10. They will be based upon the assigned reading and will
be due 1 hour before class starts. Each quiz will be worth one point.
You are granted three missed quizzes.
- Class attendance. One point each day, starting Sept. 10. You are
granted three missed classes.
- Quizzes. Quizzes will be given approximately every two weeks.
Quizzes are non-cumulative. If you cannot appear for a quiz, make
arrangements with me beforehand. Quiz dates: 9/12, 9/26, 10/10,
10/24, 11/7, 11/21, and 12/5. Seven quizzes, 70 points each. No
quizzes will be dropped.
- Projects (subject to change) --- Internet resource search,
Powerpoint presentation, spreadsheet analysis, 4--5 page paper, and
personal home page. 60 points each.
Current grades (password protected) may be viewed on the class home page.
- Course Handouts:
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Course handouts will be made available once in class. After that, they may
be obtained from the class home page. Some course handouts will only be
distributed through the class home page.
- Attendance:
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Attendance of classes is expected and is a part of your grade. It is
your responsibility to catch up on missed class work. You are allowed
three unexplained absences. Explained absences must be explained
before the class for which you are absent.
- Electronic Communication:
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From time-to-time, I will need to send e-mail messages to the class. These
messages will be addressed to your official Goucher e-mail addresses. You
are responsible for checking your e-mail on a timely basis.
- Distractions:
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Cell phones must be turned off or set to ``silent'' during class. If you
must enter late, do so as unobtrusively as possible. Likewise if you must
leave early. Please use mental telepathy if you must hold a personal
conference during class. I have ways of making you not talk!
- Integrity:
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Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. We are all bound by the
Academic Honor Code.