"Scribd" website is student friendly site, in the sense that, it stores millions of documents which can be used by students in their research works. The aim of the website is to liberate the written word, and in this regard, it has been able to avail thousands of documents (in the written word), to be shared by millions of readers worldwide (Scribd Inc, 2011, p. 1). Furthermore, the documents availed in the website are comprehensive in nature and therefore, students can easily research the details of their chosen topic of study (Scribd Inc, 2011, p. 1). In this respect, I find the website very interesting because besides having a lot of information regarding different subject areas; it also possesses information in several formats, including books (non-fiction and fiction), presentations, guide manuals, school works, magazines, newspapers, brochures and similar documents (Scribd Inc, 2011, p. 1).
The website is related to my unit of study and it is equally important to the body of knowledge I research on, since it contains thousands of documents from my field of study (pedagogy). However, accessing this document sometimes takes longer than usual because the documents to be opened are large documents. Moreover, the numerous adverts that pop up during browsing hinder the achievement of the ultimate browsing speed. The website's links however work perfectly and in this regard, they redirect the user to the intended target location in good speed. In this respect, I feel comfortable navigating through the site, and in the same regard, my confidence in the website is equally high.
[...] Specific outcome of visiting site: After visiting the Scribd website, I establish a sense of confidence in undertaking my research papers. In the same regard, I feel contented by the volume and quality of information found in the site. I establish these sentiments, based on the fact that, scribd stands out as the most reliable site where I can get authentic and credible research data, based on its high quality data. Curriculum Standards/ Objectives: To understand the structural features of information sources such as newspapers, essays, pdf documents and the likes To develop research skills in writing research responses and expound on different fields of study To comprehend how to organize and deliver oral communication To understand existing technological speaking applications To comprehend international teaching standards How long can it take to introduce the Site: it can take me 15 minutes to introduce the site How will students work: Students will work in small groups How many sessions or visits to the site do you anticipate scheduling: I anticipate making five visits to the site in every class discussion or research topic that has to be studied Will you need the lab or can the session be conducted in the classroom: I need the lab to carry out the study sessions because I will need the internet to access the website content. [...]
[...] Moreover, document formats such as pdfs, PowerPoint presentations, word documents and the likes can be found. This means that, I can get information in whatever format I please, and equally, I can be able to share useful information about my research findings with my colleagues or peers. Does the data appear to be up to date and correct? __Yes __Can't tell Are there any links that may get students lost or confused? __Yes __Maybe Must students log in or use a password? __Yes __Can't tell Will they be asked any personal information? [...]
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[...] In this respect, I feel comfortable navigating through the site, and in the same regard, my confidence in the website is equally high. Web Assessment Site URL: http://www.scribd.com/ Site Title: Scribd Usefulness of the site Scribd is a very useful website in that, it allows for the free exchange of information among different users. I find the website very interesting and useful in the sense that, I can get a variety of information from the website, including entertainment, educational information and authentic documents. [...]
[...] Scribd website Part 1 First Impression Notes website is student friendly site, in the sense that, it stores millions of documents which can be used by students in their research works. The aim of the website is to liberate the written word, and in this regard, it has been able to avail thousands of documents (in the written word), to be shared by millions of readers worldwide (Scribd Inc p. 1). Furthermore, the documents availed in the website are comprehensive in nature and therefore, students can easily research the details of their chosen topic of study (Scribd Inc p. [...]
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