Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
2VTK 104Web Okuryazarlığı3+0+03330.07.2026
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Associate Degree
Department / Program Web Design and Development
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course The aim of this course is to develop students' ability to access, question, evaluate, verify, and use information ethically in digital environments. The course covers internet technologies, effective use of search engines, social media literacy, digital citizenship, AI-assisted information generation, information verification methods, safe internet use, digital ethics, copyright, personal data protection, and cybersecurity awareness.
Course Content This course covers the fundamentals of the internet and web technologies, digital literacy and web literacy concepts, information access methods, advanced search techniques, information verification, social media literacy, misinformation and disinformation, AI-assisted content generation and verification, digital citizenship, personal data protection, safe internet use, cybersecurity awareness, digital ethics, copyright, licensing, and media literacy through case studies.
Course Methods and Techniques Lecture, discussion, case study analysis, and project-based learning.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Instructor Afife ÇİFTCİ OLGUN afife.ciftci@ankarabilim.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Şeref Sağıroğlu – Dijital Okuryazarlık
Digital Transformation Office Publications
BTK Safe Internet Resources
Personal Data Protection Authority (KVKK) Publications
Google Safety Center
Course Notes Şeref Sağıroğlu – Digital Literacy
Digital Transformation Office Publications
BTK Safe Internet Resources
Personal Data Protection Authority (KVKK) Publications
Google Safety Center
Google Search Central Documentation
MDN Web Docs
Documents https://developer.mozilla.org https://support.google.com/websearch https://safety.google https://www.kvkk.gov.tr https://www.guvenliweb.org.tr
Assignments 2 Ödev 1 Proje
Exams 1 Ara Sınav 1 Final Sınavı

Course Category
Engineering %15
Social Sciences %30
Field %55

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 30
Assignment 2 % 10
Project 1 % 20
Final examination 1 % 40
Total
5
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 14 1 14
Assignments 2 4 8
Mid-terms 1 7 7
Project 1 10 10
Final examination 1 9 9
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 3 90

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
3 Develops responsible behavior regarding personal data protection, digital ethics, copyright, information security, social media use, misinformation, and disinformation in web environments.
Bilgi 
1 Explains the fundamentals of the Internet, web technologies, and the concepts of web literacy.
Beceri 
2 Effectively uses search engines and digital information resources; evaluates the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of the information obtained.
Yetkinlik 
4 Uses current digital tools and generative artificial intelligence applications in a safe, ethical, and responsible manner.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Introduction to Web Literacy, Fundamentals of the Internet and Web Technologies, Concept of Digital Literacy Conducting preliminary research on the concepts of the Internet and digital literacy. Course slides, course notes, and related resources.
2 Structure of the Web, Web Browsers, Search Engines, and Advanced Search Techniques Conducting preliminary research on web browsers and search engines. Course slides, course notes, and related resources.
3 Access to Information, Evaluation of Information Sources, and Information Verification Methods Conducting preliminary research on information access and information verification methods. Course slides, course notes, and related resources.
4 Digital Citizenship, Digital Identity, and Online Communication Rules Conducting preliminary research on digital citizenship and digital identity. Course slides, course notes, and related resources.
5 Social Media Literacy, Digital Footprint, and Online Reputation Management Conducting preliminary research on social media usage and digital footprint. Course slides, course notes, and related resources.
6 Privacy on the Web, Protection of Personal Data (KVKK), Safe Internet Use Conducting preliminary research on personal data protection and safe Internet use. Course slides, course notes, and related resources.
7 Misinformation, Disinformation, Manipulation, and Media Literacy Conducting preliminary research on misinformation and disinformation. Course slides, course notes, and related resources.
8 Midterm Exam Review of the first seven weeks. Course notes.
9 Web Security, Phishing, Strong Password Creation, and Multi-Factor Authentication Conducting preliminary research on web security and phishing attacks. Course slides, course notes, and related resources.
10 Digital Ethics, Copyright, Licensing, and the Concept of Open Source Conducting preliminary research on digital ethics and copyright. Course slides, course notes, and related resources.
11 AI-Assisted Tools, Generative Artificial Intelligence, and Principles of Responsible Use Conducting preliminary research on artificial intelligence tools. Course slides, course notes, and related resources.
12 Verification of AI-Generated Content, Source Verification, and Reliability Analysis Conducting preliminary research on the verification of AI-generated content. Course slides, course notes, and related resources.
13 Online Collaboration Tools (Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and Similar Platforms) Conducting preliminary research on online collaboration tools. Course slides, course notes, and related resources.
14 Current Web Trends and Digital Transformation Applications Conducting preliminary research on current web technologies. Course slides, course notes, and related resources.
15 Discussion of Current Digital Developments, Case Studies, and General Review Review of all topics covered throughout the course. Course slides and course notes.
16 Final Exam Preparation for the final exam. Course notes.
17 Final Exam Preparation for the final exam. Course notes.

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12 P13 P14 P15 P16
C3 5 5 5 3 5 3 3 3 3
In1 5 4 5
Sk2 4 4 5 3 5 3 3
Co4 5 5 4 5 4 3 4 5 3 3

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant