RESOURCES: Course Materials

Required Course Materials

Note: While both of the texts are available as ebook throughs the library, only 3 students may use them at once. To access the library, you will log in Links to an external site. with your OU 4x4/OUNet ID and OU password.


Minimum Technology Requirements

This course requires use of a web browser, OU email, PDF reader, word processor, and other common tools. Use of a laptop rather than mobile device is ideal, though most if not all aspects of the course should be possible with either. There are no special tools required. 


Required Technical & Digital Skills

Technical skills needed in this course may include (but are not limited to):

  • Using the learning management system
  • Using email with attachments
  • Creating and submitting files in commonly used word processing program formats
  • Downloading and installing software
  • Using apps on digital devices
  • Using web conferencing tools and software (Zoom)

Digital information literacy skills may include (but are not limited to):

  • Using online libraries and databases to locate and gather appropriate information
  • Using computer networks to locate and store files or data
  • Using online search tools for specific academic purposes, including the ability to use search criteria, keywords, and filters
  • Analyzing digital information for credibility, currency, and bias (e.g., disinformation or misinformation)
  • Properly citing information sources
  • Preparing a presentation of research findings