Develop a good working knowledge of Linux using both the graphical interface and command line, covering the major Linux distribution families.
Linux powers 100% of the world’s supercomputers, most of the servers powering the Internet, the majority of financial trades worldwide and over two billion Android devices. In short, Linux is everywhere. It appears in many different architectures, from mainframes to server to desktop to mobile and on a staggeringly wide variety of hardware.
Moreover, 80 percent of hiring managers reported that they will prioritize hiring Linux talent relative to other skills areas, and 47 percent of hiring managers say they’re more likely to hire a candidate with Linux certification.
This course explores the various tools and techniques commonly used by Linux system administrators and end users to achieve their day-to-day work in a Linux environment. It is designed for experienced computer users who have limited or no previous exposure to Linux, whether they are working in an individual or Enterprise environment.
Type of Material:
Online Course
Recommended Uses:
self-paced learning; homework; individual;
Technical Requirements:
This material requires the use of a modern web browser that can support edX courses.
Identify Major Learning Goals:
Tha main learning goal for this course is to introduce the basics of the Linux operating system to its learners. Current users can also take this course in order to refresh their knowledge.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. describe what Linux is;
2. describe how to navigate through major Linux distributions
3. perform system configurations and graphical interface of Linux
4. perform basic command line operations
5. use common applications of Linux
Target Student Population:
High School, College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
No prerequisites are set for this course. However, it assumes familiarity with computers and common software.
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
This course provides a basic introduction to Linux. The content is sufficient and comprehensive to new learners. Learners can learn the concept and how to use Linux. It covers a number of topics from the interface to network configuration.
The course includes all the content that it sets to in its objective. The content is appropriate and it was designed by a major authority on the subject. The approach is adequate for its intended audience
Concerns:
There could be more video content to accompany some of the topics. Some of the existing videos do not add much to the textual explanations and could perhaps be used to contextualise the importance of the subtopic as well.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
The learning goals are clear. It covers a number of topics in Linux. It can help re-inforce students' concept about Linux and how to deal with differenct configuration. It also contains a final examination for students' self-assessment. So it can be easiliy used as self-learning material or integrated into courses.
The content is organised in a logic way, which makes it effective to newcomers. The course allows audit-mode learners to focus on learning specific topics, rather than forcing a particular order
Concerns:
Somewhat difficult to follow; seems to be an incomplete (or at least discontinuous) delivery
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
The instruction and videos are clear. The vidoes are in high resolution. Students are easy to follow since the course is divided into a number of topics. Each topic contains a review and a summary.
The course is easy to use and navigate. A common edX standard is used, thus making it even easier to use for existing users
Concerns:
Difficult to follow the content thread
Creative Commons:
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