Utilize Resources | Instructor: Tonya A. Melvin-Bryant Review Resources I previewed the Filezilla FTP client website (https://filezilla-project.org/) to acquire information on downloading the software and to view any updates to the software. I also read the user forum to learn about user thoughts on using the tool for file transfer. I also contacted the IT representative who handles our department’s student web hosting server to set up student accounts and to acquire information on how to sign in and transfer files. I reviewed documentation on student access and file organization. Prepare Resources I created a video for students to learn how to use Filezilla and I created a handout that explains how to login to their web hosting account and what web address to use to access their web pages. Student resources:
Filezilla video located in Moodle
FTP Host name: ccuresearch.coastal.edu
User name/password: CCU single sign on
Student web address: ccuresearch.coastal.edu/username/index.html
Prepare the Environment The lesson took place in the classroom, which is also a computer lab. Each student is required to bring their own laptop to class; however, there are computers available at each student seat. The classroom computers have Filezilla pre-loaded, as well as an active Internet connection. As a part of the lesson, the students (whether on the classroom PC or their own laptop) will need to check to make sure Filezilla is loaded and operational and that the ccuresearch server can be accessed. For direct instruction, the students are provided step-by-step instructions to access the ccuresearch server and ample time to review the Filezilla video to learn how to transfer files to the server. Prepare the Learners To prepare the students, I introduced the protocols associated with using a client (their laptop or the classroom PC), the server (ccuresearch), and how the Filezilla tool plays a role as the agent that connects the two entities. The students are then provided the handout to log into the server and transfer files. Provide the Learning Experience After providing the handout for the direct instruction, the students prepare for a hands-on activity. They are guided through creating their first web page, transferring the page to the server, and then viewing the page in a web browser. The students are provided a final version of a web page to guide them as they work.