16692 - Computer Science Lab-based Course (G.C)

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course the student: - has the knowledge to understand the fundamental structure of the Internet as a packet-switched network and the main services offered by the World Wide Web such as e-mail, instant messaging, remote connections, the evolution of social network services or Web2, the processes of searching for information on the Web; - also has basic knowledge on the use of spreadsheets (operations, functions, graphics), and database management (construction of tables, reports, masks, and queries).

Course contents

During the lectures, students and students will be able to use the main technologies to support communication, autonomy and inclusive teaching. The use of different educational mediation tools will be proposed: open-source apps and software, "special" hardware (switches, trackballs, mouse emulators), direct and / or manual scanning tools, software to support Augmentative Communication, use of symbolic systems in digital format.

Readings/Bibliography

Teacher will give you recommended reading and other contents to study in digital form.

Teaching methods

This is a laboratory with practical exercises to be done during lectures and at home. It is recommended to follow the instructions of the teacher in order to obtain the "idoneità" (final evaluation).

Assessment methods

This Laboratory does not have grade, but "idoneità" (pass/fail evaluation). Each lab is made of 3 ECTS: there are 24 hours in presence (8 hours for each ECTS) and 51 hours of individual study (each ECTS is 25 hours). To get the "Idoneità" (final evaluation) students must attend all 24 hours (with active participation) and provide all assignments request.

Teaching tools

Lectures are usually in the computer lab with pc and interactive whiteboard. It is recommended to have a pc/laptop for the assignments to be done at home.

Office hours

See the website of Francesco Ganzaroli