Parts 1 through 4 of this tutorial provide instructions about transforming a resume prepared with a word processor into a form suitable for electronic submission. The importance of ?plain text? files is emphasized with rationale provided. A comparative example is also included so that students can view the difference between the two forms of resume files.
Important Note: The module is not designed to provide instruction on how to write a good resume.
Type of Material:
Tutorial
Technical Requirements:
Basic computer usage (Windows 95 or higher and any word processing package)
Identify Major Learning Goals:
To teach students how to transform a typical resume created with a word processing package into a form suitable for electronic submission including copying a ?plain-text? document into a pseudo company?s web browser form using the Windows clipboard.
Target Student Population:
College students of any level
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
None.
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
For the purpose intended, transforming a pre-existing resume into a form suitable for electronic submission, the tutorial achieves its purpose.
Concerns:
Users must realize that the module was not designed to provide instruction on how to write a good resume. Prior instruction in this area would be necessary before this module could be used effectively.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
Tutorial is self-contained and provides a hands-on opportunity for students to learn how to convert their professional resume to a form required for electronic submission. Module also can serve as a model for instructors to replicate.
Concerns:
Instructors would need to caution students not to complete Part 5 of this module.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
Navigation makes use of separate web pages to minimize vertical scrolling and download time. Instructions are clear and easy to follow.
Concerns:
Forward navigation is not included to allow users to jump over various component parts.
Creative Commons:
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