Ict Elective

M I N I S T RY O F E D U C AT I O N S C I E N C E A N D S P O R T S
Republic of Ghana
TEACHING SYLLABUS FOR INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (ELECTIVE) (SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 2 - 4)
Enquiries and comments on this syllabus should be addressed to:
The Director Curriculum Research and Development Division (CRDD) P. O. Box 2739 Accra Ghana. Tel: 021-683668 021-683651
September, 2008
RATIONALE FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING ICT (ELECTIVE) This syllabus is designed to provide advanced skills in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) for Senior High School (SHS) students. It is expected that the knowledge and skills gained in this course will prepare students to pursue ICT courses in years ahead and provide them with the basic skills needed for the ICT job market. The syllabus covers selected topics in ICT which offers hands-on activities to help students acquire the required ICT skills. GENERAL AIMS The syllabus is designed to help the student to: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. acquire advanced ICT literacy develop enough interest to pursue ICT as a course at the tertiary level acquire proficiency in the use of ICT tools use ICT as a tool for learning other subjects acquire the basic skills needed for the ICT job market
SCOPE OF CONTENT The content has been designed to give students the opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills to operate effectively at more than a basic level of competence which will enable them pursue further ICT course or enter the job market. The course is based on themes which form the requirements for an advanced ICT literacy. The themes are as follows: Advanced Information and Communications Technology (Advanced ICT) Advanced Word Processing Desktop Publishing Software and its functionality Advanced Spreadsheet Advanced Hardware Introduction to software development PC Hardware Maintenance and Software Installation Data Communications Basic Networking Introduction to Data Processing Systems Introduction to Programming Introduction to Educational Technology
The twelve themes are to be covered in Years 2,3 and 4 of Senior High School education.
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STRUCTURE AND ORGANISATION OF THE ICT ELECTIVE SYLLABUS
SHS 2 TERM TWO SECTION 1 ADVANCED WORD PROCESSING Unit 1: Creating and Editing Word Processing Application Using Variety of Options Unit 2: Business Documentation. Unit 3: Merging Data. Unit 4: Special Tools (Macros) Unit 5: Printing of Documents TERM THREE SECTION 1 ADVANCE SPREADSHEET Unit 1: Editing Worksheet Unit 2: Formatting Worksheet Unit 3: Data Handling Unit 4: Data Security Unit 5: Using Function Unit 6: Basic Analysis Unit 7: Special Tools SECTION 2 PROJECT WORK Research Work: How ICT has impacted on: - Businesses - Education - Government - Health SECTION 2 DESKTOP PUBLISHING SOFTWARE AND ITS FUNCTIONALITY. (Adobe PageMaker, Microsoft Publisher or Corel Draw is recommended) SECTION 2 PROJECT WORK Project Work on Spreadsheet Application
TERM ONE SECTION 1 ADVANCED INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (ADVANCED ICT) Unit 1: Introduction to Information System Unit 2: Introduction to Digital Technology and Culture Unit 3: Information Technology in Our Lives Unit 4: Data Representation and Transmission Including Number Bases.
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SHS 2 TERM TWO TERM THREE
TERM ONE
Unit 1: Desktop Publishing Application Window Unit 2: Principles of Designing Publication Unit 3: Designing Publication Unit 4: Editing Publication Unit 5: Formatting Publication Unit 6: Printing Publication SECTION 3 PROJECT WORK Designing: Greeting cards ,Invitation Cards, Posters Business Cards, Letterheads, Certificates Banners, Brochures, etc
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SHS 3
TERM ONE SECTION 1 ADVANCED HARDWARE Unit 1: Hardware Components. Unit 2: The Central Processing Unit (CPU) Unit 3: Main and Backup Storage Media and their Devices Unit 4: Input and Output (I/O) Devises
TERM TWO SECTION 1 DATA COMMUNICATIONS Unit 1: Application of Data Communication Unit 2: Components of Data Communication SECTION 2 BASIC NETWORKING Unit 1: Network Types Unit 2: Network Architecture
TERM THREE SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION TO DATA PROCESSING SYSTEMS Unit 1: Concept, Principles and Terminologies of Database Application Unit 2: Creating a Database Unit 3: Managing Data in a Database Unit 4: Working with Queries,. Unit 5: Working with Forms
Unit 6: Computer Configuration Unit 3: Network Topology Unit 4: Network Configuration Unit 5: Data Security and Control
Unit 6: Working with Reports, SECTION 2 INTRODUCTION TO SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT Unit 1: Operating Systems Unit 2: Utility Programmes Unit 3: Application Programmes Unit 4: Introduction to Software Development
SECTION 2 PROJECT WORK Unit 1: Designing a Class Database
SECTION 3 PROJECT WORK Unit 1: Network Practical .
SHS 3
TERM ONE
TERM TWO
TERM THREE SECTION 3 INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING (2)
SECTION 3 PC HARDWARE MAINTENANCE AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Unit 1: Personal Computer (PC) Diagnostic and Maintenance Unit 2: Software Installations and Upgrading
SECTION 4 INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING (1) Unit 1: History and Development of Programming languages Unit 2: Terminologies Unit 3: Structure of Program Unit 4: Fundamentals of Good Programming Practice Unit 5: Programming Languages, their Characteristics
Unit 1: Programme Development Life Cycle) Unit 2: Algorithms Unit 3: Flow Charts
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SHS 4
TERM ONE SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING (3) Unit 1: Introduction to HTML. Unit 2: Basic HTML Tags. Unit 3: Designing Website Using HTML Unit 4: Project Work; Designing a Personal Website
TERM TWO SECTION ONE INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY Unit 1: Concepts and Terminologies of Educational Technology Unit 2: Multimedia in Education SECTION 2 REVISION AND PRACTICAL SKILLS Unit 1: Project Work: - Desktop Publishing - Database - Programming - Website Designing
TERM THREE
TIME ALLOCATION
A minimum of five (5) periods a week each of 40 minutes is recommended for teaching Elective SHS ICT as shown on table below.
TOTAL NUMBER OF PERIODS PER WEEK CLASS SHS 2 SHS 3 SHS 4

GENERAL OBJECTIVES General Objectives have been listed at the beginning of each section of the syllabus. The general objectives flow from the general aims for teaching ICT listed on page iii of this syllabus. The general objectives form the basis for the selection and organization of the unit topics. Read the general objectives very carefully before you start teaching. After teaching all the units, go back and read the general aims and general objectives again to be sure you have covered both of them adequately in the course of your teaching.
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To make it user friendly, the syllabus has been structured into five columns. Column one is the Unit topic, Column two consists of the Specific Objectives of each units, Column three provides the content to be covered , Column four provides Teaching Learning Activities for the achievement of the Specific Objectives, while Column five provides some exercises that will be useful for assessing the knowledge and skills gained in the lesson.
COLUMN 1 - UNITS This column presents the sub topics of the major topic(s) of the section. The unit topics have been arranged sequentially to facilitate skill building. However if a teacher finds at some point that teaching and learning in his/her class will be more effective if he/she skipped to anther unit, he/she can do so and come back later to the unit.
COLUMN 2 - SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES Column 2 shows the Specific Objectives for each unit. The specific objectives begin with numbers such as 1.3.5 or 2.2.1. These numbers are referred to as Syllabus Reference Numbers. The first digit in the syllabus reference number refers to the section; the second digit refers to the unit, while the third digit refers to the rank order of the specific objective. For instance, 1.3.5 means: Section 1, Unit 3 (of Section 1) and Specific Objective 5. In other words, 1.3.5 refers to Specific Objective 5 of Unit 3 of Section 1. Similarly, the syllabus reference number 2.2.1 simply means Specific Objective number 1 of Unit 2 of Section 2. Using syllabus reference numbers provides an easy way for communication among teachers and other educators. It further provides an easy way for selecting objectives for test construction. Lets say for instance, that Unit 2 of Section 2 has five specific objectives: 2.2.1 - 2.2.5. A teacher may want to base his/her test items/questions on objectives 2.2.3 and 2.2.4 and not use the other three objectives. In this way, a teacher would sample the objectives within units and within sections to be able to develop a test that accurately reflects the importance of the various skills taught in class. You will note also that specific objectives have been stated in terms of the student i.e., what the student will be able to do after instruction and learning in the unit. Each specific objective hence starts with the following, The student will be able to. This in effect, means that you have to address the learning problems of each individual student. It means individualizing your instruction as much as possible such that the majority of students will be able to master the objectives of each unit of the syllabus. COLUMN 3 - CONTENT The content column of the syllabus presents a selected body of information, skills and competencies that you will need in teaching the particular unit.
COLUMN 4 - TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES (TLA) T/L activities that will ensure maximum student participation in the lessons are presented in Column 4. Try to de-emphasize the theory and emphasize the practicals. You are encouraged to re-order the suggested teaching and learning activities and also add to them where necessary in order to achieve optimum student learning. As we have implied already, the major purpose of teaching and learning ICT is to make students acquire competent skills in ICT and use their skills in doing a variety of practical work and solve many ICT related problems.
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COLUMN 5 - EVALUATION Suggestions and exercises for evaluating the lessons of some units are indicated in Column 5. Evaluation exercises can be in the form of oral questions, quizzes, class exercises and assignments, project work etc. Try to ask questions and set tasks and assignments that will challenge your students to apply their knowledge and skills to issues and problems. The suggested evaluation tasks are not exhaustive. You are encouraged to develop other creative evaluation tasks to ensure that students have mastered the skills implied in the specific objective(s) of each unit. For evaluation during class lessons, determine the mastery level you want students to achieve in their answers and responses. If for instance, you take 80% as the mastery level, ensure that each students answer to questions asked in class achieve this level of mastery.
DEFINITION OF PROFILE DIMENSIONS The concept of profile dimensions was made central to the syllabuses developed from 1998 onwards. A 'dimension' is a psychological unit for describing a particular learning behaviour. More than one dimension constitutes a profile of dimensions. A specific objective may be stated with an action verb as follows: The student will be able to describe.. etc. Being able to "describe" something after the instruction has been completed means that the student has acquired "knowledge". Being able to explain, summarize, give examples, etc. means that the student has understood the lesson taught. Similarly, being able to develop, plan, solve problems etc. means that the student can "apply" the knowledge acquired in some new context. Each of the specific objectives in this syllabus contains an "action verb" that describes the behaviour the student will be able to demonstrate after the instruction. "Knowledge", "Application", etc. are dimensions that should be the prime focus of teaching and learning in schools. ICT is a practical subject and the learning required is best achieved by application of the skills learnt. The profile dimensions required at the SHS level are as follows: Knowledge and understanding Application of knowledge 35 65
At the SHS level, students should be involved in solving problems using the various ICT techniques they have learnt. The application dimension has now been given a weight of 60%.
FORM OF ASSESSMENT The assessment of ICT should be based on more practical work than theory. In developing assessment procedures, try to select specific objectives in such a way that you will be able to assess a representative sample of the syllabus objectives. Each specific objective in the syllabus is considered a criterion to be achieved by the students. The assessment procedure you use i.e. class tests, homework, projects etc. must be developed in such a way that it will consist of a sample of the important objectives taught over a period. The assessment will be based on one paper scored over 100%. The assessment should be a practical test based essentially on knowledge and understanding. Students will be expected to solve problems using the following; Introduction to ICT, Word Processing Application, Spreadsheet Application and Internet.
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GUIDELINES FOR SCHOOL BASED ASSESSMENT A new School Based Assessment system (SBA), formally referred to as Continuous Assessment, will be introduced into the school system from September 2008. SBA is a very effective system for teaching and learning if carried out properly. The new SBA system is designed to provide schools with an internal assessment system that will help schools to achieve the following purposes:
Standardize the practice of internal school-based assessment in all schools in the country Provide reduced assessment tasks for each of the primary school subjects Provide teachers with guidelines for constructing assessment items/questions and other assessment tasks Introduce standards of achievement in each subject and in each class of the school system Provide guidance in marking and grading of test items/questions and other assessment tasks Introduce a system of moderation that will ensure accuracy and reliability of teachers marks Provide teachers with advice on how to conduct remedial instruction on difficult areas of the syllabus to improve student performance
The new SBA system will consist of 12 assessments a year instead of the 33 assessments in the previous continuous assessment system. This will mean a reduction by 64% of the work load compared to the previous continuous assessment system. The 12 assessments are labeled as Task 1, Task 2, Task 3 and Task 4. Task 1-4 will be administered in Term 1; Tasks 5-8 will be administered in Term 2, and Tasks 9-12 administered in Term 3. Task 1 will be administered as an individual test coming at the end of the first month of the term. The equivalent of Task 1 will be Task 5 and Task 9 to the administered in Term 2 and Term 3 respectively. Task 2 will be administered as a Group Exercise and will consist of two or three instructional objectives that the teacher considers difficult to teach and learn. The selected objectives could also be those objectives considered very important and which therefore need students to put in more practice. Task 2 will be administered at the end of the second month in the term. Task 3 will also be administered as individual test under the supervision of the class teacher at the end of the 11th or 12 week of the term. Task 4 (and also Task 8 and Task 12) will be a project to be undertaken throughout the term and submitted at the end of the term. Schools will be supplied with 9 project topics divided into three topics for each term. A student is expected to select one project topic for each term. Projects for the second term will be undertaken by teams of students as Group Projects. Projects are intended to encourage students to apply knowledge and skills acquired in the term to write an analytic or investigative paper, write a poem 9 (as may be required in English and Ghanaian Languages), use science and mathematics to solve a problem or produce a physical three-dimensional product as may be required in Creative Arts and in Natural Science. Apart from the SBA, teachers are expected to use class exercises and home work as processes for continually evaluating students class performance, and as a means for encouraging improvements in learning performance. The marks derived from projects, the end of month tests and home work specifically designed for the SBA should together constitute the School Based Assessment component marked out of 60 per cent. The emphasis is to improve students learning by encouraging them to do more practice in ICT. The SBA will hence consist of:
End-of-month tests Home work assignments (specially designed for SBA) Project
Other regulations for the conduct of SBA will reach schools from GES.
Combining SBA marks and End-of-Term Examination Marks The new SBA system is important for raising students school performance. For this reason, the 60 marks for the SBA will be scaled to 50. The total marks for the end of term test will also be scaled to 50 before adding the SBA marks and end-of-term examination marks to determine students end of term results. The SBA and the end-of-term test marks will hence be combined in equal proportions of 50:50. The equal proportions will affect only assessment in the school system.
GRADING PROCEDURE In marking your class examination scripts, it is very important that you develop a marking scheme. A marking scheme, as you may be aware, consists of the points for the best answer you expect for each essay question or structured question, and the mark(s) allocated for each point raised by the student as well as the total marks for the question. For instance, if a question carries 10 marks and you expect 4 points in the best answer, you could allocate 2 marks (or part of it, depending upon the quality of the point raised by the student) to each point raised, totaling 8 marks, and then give the remaining 2 marks or part of it, for organization of answer. For objective test papers, you may develop an answer key to speed up the marking. To improve assessment and grading and also introduce uniformity in schools, it is recommended that schools adopt the following grade boundaries for assigning grades: Grade A: Grade B: Grade C: Grade D: Grade E: Grade F: 80 - 100% 70 - 79% 60 - 69% 45 - 59% 35 - 44% 34% Excellent Very Good Good Credit (Satisfactory) Pass Fail
The grading system presented above shows the letter grade system and equivalent grade boundaries. In assigning grades to students test results, or any form of evaluation, you may apply the above grade boundaries and the descriptors. The descriptors (Excellent, Very Good etc) indicate the meaning of each grade. For instance, the grade boundary for Excellent consists of scores between 80- 89. Writing 80% for instance, without writing the meaning of the grade, or the descriptor for the grade i.e. Excellent, does not provide the student with enough information to evaluate his/her performance in the assessment. You therefore have to write the meaning of the grade alongside the score you write. Apart from the score and the grade descriptor, it will be important also to write a short diagnosis of the points the student should consider in order to do better in future tests etc. Comments such as the following may also be added to the grades:
Keep it up Has improved Could do better Hardworking Not serious in class More room for improvement, etc. Note that, the grade boundaries above are also referred to as grade cut-off scores. When you adopt a fixed cut-off score grading system as in this example, you are using the criterion-referenced grading system. By this system a student must make a specified score to earn the appropriate grade. This system of grading challenges students to study harder to earn better grades. It is hence very useful for achievement testing and grading.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL - YEAR 2 TERM 1

SECTION 1 ADVANCED INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (ADVANCED ICT)
General Objective: The student will: 1. 2. UNIT understand how information is generated and managed. be aware of the role of information in the development of society. CONTENT TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES EVALUATION
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to:
UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION SYSTEMS 1.1.1 explain Information system. 1. A se Information System e.g. Definition : A set of interrelated component working together to collect, retrieve, process, store and disseminate information for the purpose of facilitating planning, controlling, coordination and decision making.
. Let students brainstorm and come out with the explanation Information system
NOTE Teacher to note that there are other definitions of information system.
Exercise Students to do a research on the internet on different definitions of information systems and media types
1.1.2
list types of media.
Media Types Use in Presenting Information text, pictures both still and moving, sound, graphics, statistics, animation
Students mention media types used to present information.
UNIT UNIT 1 (CONTD) INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION SYSTEMS
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 1.1.3 identify differences between manual and computerized Information. state types of information system.
CONTENT
TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES .
EVALUATION
Differences Between Manual and Computerize Information System
Put students into groups to brainstorm and report on the differences between manual and computerize information system Discuss the types of information systems.
Assignment Explain 3 types of information system.
1.1.4
Types of Information System Transaction Processing Systems Office Automation Systems Knowledge Work Systems Decision Support Systems Management Information Systems Executive Support Systems Attributes of a Good Information System Completeness and Timeliness Accuracy Clarity and concise Relevance Trustworthiness Cost Relevant for its purpose Processes (building block)for the development and presentation of information Creating Collecting Organizing Manipulating storing (saving), retrieving, communicating
1.1.5
identify the attributes of a good information system.
Guide students to identify the attributes of a good information system
Exercise Let students revise information 1. processing cycle and the relationship between data and information Assist students determine the processes for the development and presentation of information highlighting the role technology plays at each stage. Students to describe the process for the development of information Differentiate between types of information
1.1.6
outline the process (building blocks) for the development of Information.
1.1.7
distinguish among different types of information.
Types of Information By framework within which data is used International National Corporate Departmental Individual
UNIT UNIT 1 (CONTD) INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION SYSTEMS
CONTENT
TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES
EVALUATION
By Business categorization Strategic Tactical Operational By Time Past Present Future By Quantifiable Quantitative Qualitative 1.1.8 indicate the role of information in society. The Role of Information in Society eg. keeps people informed of current issues etc.
Discuss the different classifications of information and their features.
Lead students to discuss the role played by information in our society
UNIT 2 INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY CULTURE
1.2.1
explain general issues concerning Information Technology.
Issues in Information Technology The digital culture: Use of internet Crime and plagiarism
Discuss general issues on the use of Technology, especially the Internet and computers of computers and crime, plagiarism of Changing the mind set with regards to the use of Information Technology In groups, student to discuss and report on the main uses of information technology in everyday life. Assist students to analyze the contributions of information technology in everyday life Assignment Students to write an essay on the impact of information technology on education and the society.
UNIT 3 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN OUR LIVES
1.3.1
evaluate the role and impact of Information Technology on everyday life.
The role and impact of Information Technology on everyday life e.g. e-business, e-learning, e-governance, e-health, Computer Based Training (CBT) Computer Assisted Learning (CAL), Computer Assisted Designing (CAD, Computer Assisted Manufacturing (CAM)
UNIT
CONTENT
EVALUATION
UNIT 4 DATA REPRESENTATION
Exercise 1.4.1 identify data types. Data Types and Representation e.g. integers, real numbers, strings. Coding Information Using a Bit Pattern Discuss the different data types. Mention 3 types of data and explain how they are represented by computer system. Discuss the various ways data is represented e.g. Coding information using a bit pattern. Explain and demonstrate the working of binary arithmetic and let students work binary arithmetic.
1.4.2
explain coding information using a bit pattern.
1.4.3
perform binary arithmetic.
Performing Binary Arithmetic.
1.4.4
convert from decimals to binary coded decimal and vice versa. convert octal and hexadecimal numbers to binary, and vice versa. explain how characters are represented. explain units of storage.
Converting From Decimals to Binary Coded Decimal and Vice Versa
Assist students convert from decimals to binary coded decimal and vice versa.
1.4.5
Converting octal and hexadecimal numbers to binary, and vice versa
Assist students to convert octal and hexadecimal numbers to binary, and vice versa.
1.4.6
How Characters are Represented
Discuss how characters are represented.
1.4.7
Units of data storage E.g. bits and bytes
Discuss unit of data storage eg. bits and bytes.
SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL - YEAR 2

SECTION 2 PROJECT WORK
General Objective: The student will: 1. understand how data is transformed into information. 2. be aware of the main components and uses of data communication components. TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES
UNIT
CONTENT
EVALUATION
UNIT 1 RESEARCH WORK: HOW ICT HAS IMPACTED ON EVERY DAY LIFE
2.1.1
evaluate the impact of Information Technology on everyday life.
Evaluating Information Technology in our lives e.g. Education Businesses Government Health
Students to select an aspect of everyday life and carry out a research on the impact Information Technology has had on that aspect of our lives. Students are to type their research findings, applying the relevant formatting and editing tools learnt.
Students to submit their project work for assessment as part of term's work Duration: 2 weeks
Discuss students, project work after marking

SECTION 2 ADVANCED WORD PROCESSING APPLICATION
General Objective: The student will: 1 acquire the skills needed to operate effectively at a higher level of competence and be able to produce advanced Word Processing document.
UNIT UNIT 1 CREATING AND EDITING THE WORD PROCESSING APPLICATION DOCUMENT USING VARIETY OF OPTIONS
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 1.1.1 create a 3-5 page document with more sub headings and paragraphs. edit text using variety of options.
CONTENT
EVALUATION
Creating Document with More Sub- Headings and Paragraphs (3-5 pages) Editing Text Using Variety of Options such as: Text effects options superscript, subscript, shadow, strikeout etc. Text correction option Wrapping options Text orientation
Students type a 3 5 page document with more sub headings and paragraphs and save Discuss the variety of options stated in the content column. Let students apply the skills in editing to edit the typed document.
Give student a 3-5 page containing more sub heading and paragraphs and save. Teacher could time students and use this exercise as a speed test
1.1.2
1.1.3 edit paragraph using paragraph options.
Editing Paragraph-Apply the Use of: Paragraph shading option Border option Orphan control to paragraph Create an new character paragraph style Modify existing paragraph Outline option
Guide students to edit paragraphs in the document created applying the use of the paragraph options.
UNIT UNIT 1 (CONTD)
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 1.1.4 demonstrate the ability to perform collaborative editing.
CONTENT
EVALUATION
CREATING AND EDITING THE WORD PROCESSING APPLICATION DOCUMENT USING VARIETY OF OPTIONS
Collaborative Editing e.g. Using highlighting option to track changes in a document Accepting or rejecting changes Adding text comments:
Students to open exiting document ( 3-5page document) Teacher to demonstrate how to perform collaborative editing e.g. .Adding text comments: 1. Position the cursor at where the comment will appear 2. Click on Insert menu 3. Click Comment (a red line will appear at where the cursor is. A box will also appear at the end of the red line). 4. Type comment in the box. 5. Edit comments 6. Add or Remove comments Assist students to create business document.
Exercise Students to add comments, a header and footer in the previous document created for teachers to assess
UNIT 2 BUSINESS DOCUMENTATION
1.2.1
create business documents.
Creating Business Documents e.g. Different types of letters, Memos Reports. Circulars Creating Forms. etc Layout Techniques. Multiple columns Tables manipulation Inserting Borders & Shading. Merging Documents. . Standard Paragraphs. Inserting Headers and Footers
1.2.2
use layout techniques in document creation.
Assist students to apply the different layout techniques to create business document s
1.1.5
Inserting headers and footers. merge data in document creation.
Guide students to insert header and footer in the document created. Demonstrate how data is merged in document creation. Example 1 Addressing envelopes. 1. Position the cursor on the recipients address 2. Click on Tools 3. Click on Letters and Mailings 4. Selects Letters and Labels ( the address will be highlighted in the dialogue box that will appear
UNIT 3 MERGING DATA
1.3.1
Merging Data: Addressing Envelopes & Labels. Working with Long Documents Inserting Table of Contents. Creating an Index. Creating auto text
UNIT UNIT 3 (CONTD)
CONTENT
TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES 5. Select envelope and other options you wish to apply such as senders address Insert envelop in the printer and Click on print
EVALUATION
MERGING DATA
Drawing and horizontal line in a document Merging document etc
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UNIT 4 SPECIAL TOOLS
1.4.1 perform mail merge.
Performing Mail Merge Create and edit mail merge data source Sort data source or data file Merge document with a data source or file using given merge criteria.
Example 2. Inserting table of content Place the cursor where you want to insert the table of contents. Click Index and Tables (or Reference, then Index and Tables) from the Insert menu Select Table of Contents tab, and then select the style you want Click on OK to insert the table of contents into your document. Merging several document into one document 1. Click on Insert 2. Click on File. 3. Browse to the document you want to merge and select 4. Click on Insert Assist students to perform mail merge and print 2 examples of mails following the steps in content column. Teacher to give students some words to find their synonyms using the Thesaurus Teacher to give students a document in French to type with a more accented character to type using the shortcut key.
1.4.2
use Thesaurus to find synonyms. type accented characters using the short key combination.
Using Thesaurus to Find Synonyms
1.4.3
Typing of accented characters using the shortcut key combination. e.g. Alt + 369 = Alt + 0234 = Alt + 0232 = Alt + 0244 = Alt + 0231 = Alt +155 =
Assignment Students to type a given document in French.
UNIT
CONTENT
EVALUATION
UNIT 4 CONTD) SPECIAL TOOLS
1.4.4
insert time and date in a document.
Inserting Date and Time in a Document
Guide students to insert date and time in the document created
Exercise Students to record macro in their document created.
1.4.5
record macros in documents.
Recording Macros in Documents. Record simple macro ( e.g. page setup changes) Copy and macro Assign macro to a toolbar and keyboard. Running a Macro Inserting Text Box in Document.
Assist student to run a macro and assign it to the keyboard.
1.4.6.
insert text box in a document.
Give students a sentence to type in a text box in the document created.
UNIT 5 PRINTING OF DOCUMENTS
1.5.1
print document using different options.
Printing of Documents Using Printing Options e.g. Printing odd pages only Printing even pages only Printing a defined selection Printing a defined number of pages per sheet
Assist students to print document using the different print options indicated in the content columns
Exercise Students to print the previous exercise on French document

SECTION 2 DESKTOP PUBLISHING APLPLICATION I
(Microsoft Publisher, Adobe PageMaker and Corel Draw are recommended) General Objective: The student will: acquire skills in using appropriate Desk Top Publishing application. acquire skill in producing textual and graphical publications. CONTENT TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES EVALUATION
1. 2. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 2.1.1 identify the features of the Desktop Publishing and apply them in designing publication.
UNIT UNIT 1 DESKTOP PUBLISHING APPLICATION WINDOW
Features of the Desktop Publishing Application. Features: Toolbars : object, ruler, standard, formatting, connect boxes Task pane Colour scheme Font scheme Publication option Terminologies in Desktop Publishing Application e.g. Publication gallery - task pane that display all the designs available for publication type Design checker a tool that checks publications for design consistency and alerts the user to a potential problems Frames - holds objects such as text, pictures and graphics font scheme, Colour scheme - Pane which displays colours
Let students open Desktop Publishing application window and discuss the features with them.
2.1.2
explain the terminologies in Desktop Publishing application.
Discuss the terminologies associated with Desktop Publishing application Assist students to identify some the feature that could be seen in the window.
Assignment Students to write a report on the field trip.
Field Trip Teacher should organize a field trip to a commercial printing house for students to actively observe the processes involved in publishing. NOTE: Teacher should use available applications to teach. ( Microsoft Publisher, Adobe PageMaker or Corel Draw)
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UNIT UNIT 2 PRINCIPLES OF DESIGINNING PUBLICATIONS
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 2.1.1 explain the principles of designing publications.
CONTENT
EVALUATION
Principles of Designing Publications: e.g. Principles Balance Unity Harmony Emphasis Variety Rhythm Contrast Planning a Publication for Designing : Design Paper size Format Colours Designing publication e.g. Greeting cards ,Invitation Cards, Posters, Business Cards, Letterheads, Certificates Banners, Brochures, Post card
Group students to brainstorm and report on the principles and terminologies in designing Applications.
UNIT 3 DESIGNING PUBLICATION 2.3.1 plan publication for designing. Using illustrations, discuss with students how to plan a publication. Exercise Students to design 2. A business card 3. A success card
2.3.2
design publications.
Guide students to design a publication using either Microsoft Publish or Corel Draw Let students setup the margins before designing Students to save the publication for subsequent exercises
Project work Topics for the terms project should be given to students to start planning. (See Section 3 for project topics)
UNIT 4 EDITING PUBLICATION 2.4.1 edit publication. Editing Publication e.g. fonts ,typefaces and images adjust point sizes, headings, and alignment etc. Assist students to edit the publication designed.
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UNIT UNIT 5 FORMATTING PUBLICATION
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 2.5.1 format background of publication.
CONTENT
EVALUATION
Formatting Background of Publication: e.g. - apply texture, pattern shadows watermark etc to background Formatting text in a publication. - Word Art, Text orientation, colour. Etc
Guide students to format the background and the text in the publications designed , applying background options
2.5.2
format text in a publication.
Students to format text in the publication designed.
Exercise Students to use the following tools to format the text previous work saved: WordArt Text orientation Text colour Shadow
UNIT 6 PRINTING PUBLICATION 2.6.1 print publication. Printing a publication Guide students to select print option and print publication e.g. Paper size, 2 sided or single sided, paper orientation etc.
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SECTION 3 PROJECT WORK DESIGINING A PUBLICATION
( Microsoft Publisher, Adobe PageMaker and Corel Draw recommended) 1. to acquire skills in using appropriate Desktop Publishing application. 2. produce textual and graphical publications.
UNIT UNIT 1 DESIGNING PUBLICATION
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 3.1.1 design a given publication.
CONTENT
EVALUATION
Designing a Publication: Brochure for the school Business card School letterhead
Let students form groups and design the following: Brochure for the school Business card School letterhead Students should print their project work.
Project work: The project work should form part of the terms work for assessment.
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SECTION 1 ADVANCED SPREADSHEET
General Objective: The student will: 1. acquire the skills in formatting and editing worksheet. 2. acquire skills in generating and managing data. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: UNIT 1 1.1.1 EDITING WORKSHEET rename worksheet. Renaming a worksheet e.g. Renaming a worksheet (method 1) 1. Select the worksheet to be renamed 2. Right click on the name and click on Rename 3. Type the name and press the enter key or click anywhere (Method 2) 1. click on Format on the Menu bar 2. Select Sheet and click on Rename 3. Type the name and Enter 1.1.2 enter, edit and save data. Entering, editing and saving data . Assist students to revise the following opening spreadsheet application entering data and formulae editing the contents of the worksheet add or delete row and columns, Guide students to rename worksheet CONTENT TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES EVALUATION
UNIT
Teacher to give students data to enter, edit and save. ( the document would be used for subsequent activities) Assist students to copy data across cell
1.1.3
copy data across cells.
Copying data across cells Guide students to enter absolute and relative cell reference
Exercise Students to be given a data to type and perform the following operations: Rename the worksheet used Freeze the row containing the heading Apply boarders to the active cells Save it on the desktop.
1.1.4
enter absolute and relative cell reference. select specific cells, column , row ,worksheet and freeze them.
Entering absolute and relative cell references. Selecting and freezing specific cell , column , row and worksheet. e.g. Freezing a row Select a cell in the row or a entire role. Click on Window on the menu bar. Click on Freeze Panes.
Assist students to freeze rows, columns and worksheet Let students freeze the row that contains the title (heading) of the document created.
1.1.5
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UNIT UNIT 2 FORMATTING WORKSHEETS
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 1.2.1 apply shading and background patterns.
CONTENT
EVALUATION
Applying Shading and Background patterns
Let students apply shading and background patterns to the document created. Give students data which contains decimals date and time to be added to the saved document and format them. Assist students to highlight values that meet specific conditions.
Exercise Students to open previous file and do the following: apply 2 decimal places to the figures Merge and centre the main heading Wrap text in some selected cells
1.2.2
format numbers, decimal points, dates, times.
Formatting Numbers, Decimal Pints, Dates, Times.
1.2.3
highlighting values that meet specified conditions.
Highlighting Values That Meet Specified Conditions
1.2.4
merge and split cell.
Merging and Splitting Cells, etc
Guide students to merge cells. Let them practise splitting the merged cells. NOTE: Editing and formatting tools mentioned in this syllabus are not exhaustive. Teacher should expose students to more editing tools.
UNIT 3 DATA HANDLING
1.3.1
sort and query for information.
Sorting and Querying for Information e.g. Sorting data by multiple columns. Performing custom sorts. Creating a single or multiple criteria query using available options. Using advanced query/filter Using graphs and charts to represent data in a worksheet.
Guide students to practice sorting, filtering and querying data in a worksheet
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UNIT UNIT 3 (CONTD) DATA HANDLING
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 1.3.2 create graphs and charts to represent data. edit and format charts.
CONTENT
EVALUATION
Creating Graphs and Charts to Represent Data in a Worksheet.
Let students create charts or graphs using the data in the document created under Unit I (Pg. 14). Guide students through the process of creating chart. e.g. 1 Select data 2 Click on Insert and select Chart 3 Select a chart of your choice 4 Click Next to follow the next steps to complete the chart. Assist students to format the chart Exercise Students to create a chart on a given data. The chart should be created as a new sheet on the worksheet bar
1.3.3
Editing and Formatting Charts Adding and changing text and data in charts, Changing placement of charts, etc. Formatting legends and details in charts, Changing scales of charts, Presenting alternative charts for data including pie charts, bar charts.
UNIT 4 DATA SECURITY 1.4.1 protect data and worksheets. Providing Security for Data and Worksheets e.g. Protecting a workbook, worksheet or designated cells in a worksheet. e.g. Protecting a worksheet 1. open worksheet 2. click on Tools on the Menu bar 3. Select Protect and click 4. Type Password and click on OK 5. Retype Password to confirm 6 Click on OK Removing protection from a workbook, worksheet. or designated cell in a worksheet. Removing worksheet protection 1. open worksheet 2. click on Tools on the Menu bar 3. click on Unprotect 4. Type Password and click on OK Discuss the importance of protecting documents. Assist students to create password and secure worksheets and data.
Students to create and protect it with a password and save it with
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UNIT
CONTENT
EVALUATION
UNIT 5 1.5.1 USING FUNCTIONS work with functions in spreadsheet applications. Working with Functions in Spreadsheet Application e.g. Date and time functions: TODAY; DAY; MONTH; YEAR. Mathematical functions: SUMIF; SUMPOSITIVE; ROUND. Statistical functions: COUNT; PURECOUNT; OUNTA; COUNTIF. Text functions: ROPER; UPPER; LOWER; ONCATENATE. Financial functions: FV; NPV; PMT; PV; RATE. Lookup and reference functions: HLOOKUP; VLOOKUP. Logical functions: IF; AND; OR; ISERROR. available database functions: DSUM; DMIN;DMAX and DCOUNT Let students apply the importance of the "Help" facility and encourage them to use it when in difficulty. Exercise Student to be given data to type and apply some given functions. Discuss the different functions used in Spreadsheet Application. Assist students to practise the application of the various functions in Spreadsheet Application
1.5.2 state the importance of the Help Facility in Spreadsheet Application.
Importance of the Help Facility in Spreadsheet Application.
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UNIT
CONTENT
EVALUATION
UNIT 6 BASIC ANALYSIS
1.6.1
analyze data in a worksheet using pivot tables/dynamic crosstab.
Analyzing Data Using Pivot Tables/Dynamic Crosstab e.g. Create pivot table / crosstab Modify data source and refresh pivot table / crosstab Display data in a pivot table / crosstab by a defined criterion
Assist students to analyse data using pivot tables/ dynamic crosstab .
Exercise Students to be given data to analyse using pivot tables and dynamic crosstab. Students to create and run macro in their work. Students to use the Help Facility when in difficulty.
UNIT 7 SPECIAL TOOLS 1.7.1 create and work with macros. Creating and running macros Creating macros Running macros Assigning macros to a custom button on the toolbar Let students create and run macros applying the skills learnt in creating macros in Word Processing.
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SECTION 2 PROJECT WORK ADVANCED SPREADSHEET General Objective: The student will: 1. be able to apply the skills learnt in Spreadsheet application to prepare financial statement 2. acquire skills in generating and managing data.
UNIT UNIT 1 PROJECT WORK SPREADSHEET APPLICATION
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 1.1.6 apply skills learnt in spread sheet applications to provide financial information.
CONTENT
EVALUATION
Applying spreadsheet skills learnt in spread sheet applications to provide financial information.
Teacher should provide financial information from which students are to prepare financial statements using spreadsheet applications Teacher should contact either Accounting or Mathematics teacher for questions.
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL - YEAR 3 - TERM 1

SECTION ONE ADVANCED HARDWARE General Objective: The student will: be able to recognise the importance of backup storage media devices. understand the working of the Central Processing Unit. CONTENT TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES EVALUATION
1. 2. UNIT UNIT 1 HARDWARE COMPONENTS
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 1.1.1 explain the functions hardware components of a computer system.
The Hardware Components of A Computer System and Their Functions
Lead students in the revision of the various hardware components.
UNIT 2 THE CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU) 1.2.1 identify the parts of the CPU. The Parts of a CPU e.g. Control unit Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) Registers (accumulator) How the CPU Works Assist students to identify the parts of the CPU. Exercise Students mention hardware and state their functions Guides students to find out how the CPU works e.g. Communications inside a computer are carried out over the system bus, which includes the data bus and the address bus. Guide students to understand the terminologies associated with the workings of the CPU.
1.2.2
describe how the CPU work.
1.2.3
define the terms associated with the workings of the CPU.
Terms Associated with the Workings of CPU Programme counter Main memory and addresses Address bus and address space Data bus and word length The instruction set Opcodes and operands Processor speed
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UNIT
CONTENT
EVALUATION
UNIT 2 (CONTD) 1.2.4 THE CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU) explain machine code and its importance. Machine code e.g. the language the computer understands Discuss typical machine code instructions - load, store and process (e.g. Add, sub etc.) instructions.
. Exercise Students to find the difference between machine code and assembly-language programmes on the internet and submit a report.
1.2.5
distinguish between machine code and assembly-language programmes.
Difference Between Machine Code and Assembly-language Programmes e.g. Machine Code Everything is expressed in binary Assembly-language Programmes The programmer can refer to memory location by names
Guide students to compare machine code and assembly-language Programmes.
UNIT 3 MAIN AND BACKUP STORAGE MEDIA AND THEIR DEVICES 1.3.1 identify the main and backup storage media and their devices.
The Main and Backup Storage Media and their Devices. e.g. main storage media: RAM, ROM e.g. backup storage media Hard Drive, Floppy Disk, Magnetic, tape CD.
Assist students to identify the main and backup storage media and their devices.
1.3.2
identify the types of backup storage media.
Types of Backup Storage Media e.g. magnetic media Magnetic tape, Floppy Disk e.g. Optical Media CD
Students to come out with the types of storage media device used in the home and school. Guide students to come out with more examples.
1.3.3
state the functions of the main and backup storage media. distinguish between the main and backup storage media.
Functions of the Main and Backup Storage Media their Devices.
Let students come out with the functions of the main and backup storage media and their devices. Assist students to identify differences between the main and backup storage media in terms of Speed and Performance.
1.3.4
Difference between the main and backup storage devices
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UNIT UNIT 3 (CONTD) MAIN AND BACKUP STORAGE MEDIA AND THEIR DEVICES
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 1.3.5 describe the disk filing system and hierarchical directory structure.
CONTENT
EVALUATION
The Disk Filing System and Hierarchical Directory Structure e.g. Storage blocks, Disk directory, File allocation
Discuss the disk filing system and structure.
UNIT 4 INPUT AND OUTPUT DEVICES 1.4.1 identify Input and Output devices (I/O) and their types. Input and Output I/O Devices and Their Types e.g. I/O Devices Types Printer Laser, Inkjet Dot matrix Monitor CRT, LCD Mouse Optical, cordless, serial Scanner Bar Code reader, Flat bed, optical mark reader Technology That Drives the Different Types of the Same I/O Devices e.g. the use of laser technology (burns ink on the paper Inkjet sprays ink on the paper etc Teacher displays the input and out put devices for students to identify and report on Input and Output I/O devices and their types. This activity can be done in groups.
Assignment Students to identify and explain the different technology that drives various types of the same I/O devices. Students to determine when it is appropriate to use particular types of specific I/O devices
1.4.2
explain the different technology that drives the different types of the same I/O devices.
Discuss the different technology that drives various types of the same I/O devices. Students to determine when it is appropriate to use particular types of specific I/O devices.
1.4.3
explain what happens when data is sent from the CPU to the I/O devices and vice versa.
Relationship Between I/O Devices and CPU Devices. - how they work- role of buffer
Discuss how I/O devices work and the relationship between them and the CPU- role of buffer. .
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SECTION 2 INTRODUCTION TO SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
General Objective: The student will: acquire an in-depth knowledge of the workings of computer software. be aware of the rudiments in software development. TEACHING AND LEARNING SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES CONTENT ACTIVITIES The student will be able to: 2.1.1 distinguish among the various common types of Operating Systems (OS). Common Types of Operating Systems e.g. Single-user Multi-user Networked Single programming Multi-programming. Functions of Operating System. e.g. Resource management Functions Virtual storage/ memory Paging Real time OS Batch OS Time sharing OS Multitasking/multi processing Supporting modes and Configurations Text editor Library programs Language translators Utility programs File management Copy Delete Folders etc Assist students to distinguish among various types of Operating Systems and give examples of each. . 1. 2.
UNIT UNIT 1 OPERATING SYSTEMS
EVALUATION
2.1.2
explain the functions of the Operating System (OS).
Discuss the functions of the Operating System.
Check Disk (Chsdsk) Defrag Disk
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UNIT UNIT 2 UTILITY PROGRAMMES
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 2.2.1 identify and state the uses of utility programme.
CONTENT
EVALUATION
Utility Programmes and their Uses E.g. scandisk
Guide students to come out with various utility programmes and their uses
UNIT 3 APPLICATION PROGRAMMES 2.3.1 distinguish among the different Application programmes. Types of Application Programmes e.g. Off-the-shelf, Customizable packages, Assist students to distinguish among the types of Application programmes and give examples of each
UNIT 4 INTRODUCTION TO SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT 2.4.1 explain issues concerning software licensing. Software Licensing Considerations. Discuss reasons for software licensing and its implications for educational and commercial purposes. NOTE: There is the need to look at open source as against proprietary software 2.4.2 list and explain some common terminologies and concepts associated with software development. Terminologies and concepts associated with software. Eg machine language assembly language high-level versus low level Use of Fourth generation languages Use of language translators Source code executable code, Error messages, Software portability Compilers Interpreters Assemblers Lead the class to discuss the various terminologies.
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UNIT
CONTENT
EVALUATION
UNIT 4 (CONTD) 2.4.3 INTRODUCTION TO SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT explain the challenges with software development. Challenges with Software Development Copyright issues Lack of appreciation for software development leading to uncompetitive pricing Lack of qualified and dedicated personnel Discuss challenges with software development. .
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SECTION 3 PERSONAL COMPUTERS (PC) HARDWARE MAINTENANCE AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
General Objective: The student will: 1. acquire the skills in software PC maintenance. 2. acquire the skills in software installation and upgrading. UNIT UNIT 1 PERSONAL COMPUTER (PC) DIAGNOSTIC AND MAINTENANCE SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 3.1.1 identify common problems associated with PCs and their suggested solutions. perform routine PC maintenances. Common Problems Associated with PCs and Their Suggested Solutions PC Maintenance Routine e.g. Blowing dust from computer Scan for virus Defragment hard disk Trouble Shooting Skills. e.g. Finding out why computer slows down Why a computer is not booting Why monitor is not displaying Why a printer is not printing Setting up a computer Assist students to identify common problems associated with PCs and their associated solutions. Demonstrate how to carry out a routine PC maintenance for students to practise. CONTENT TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES . EVALUATION
3.1.2
3.1.3
perform basic computer system Trouble Shooting.
Demonstrate trouble shooting skills for students to practice.
3.1.4
mount and set up a computer.
Demonstrate how to setup a computer for students to practise.
3.2.1
install and/upgrade software on a computer
Installation and Upgrading of Computer Software
Demonstrate the installation and upgrading of computer software. Give students some software to install.
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SECTION 1 DATA COMMUNICATIONS General Objective: The student will: 1. recognise the forms and components of data communication. CONTENT TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES . Concepts and Forms of Data Communication Data communication is the sending of data between geographically separated computers. Discuss data communication concepts and forms of data communication. EVALUATION
UNIT UNIT 1 APPLICATION OF DATA COMMUNICATION
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 1.1.1 explain data communication, its related concepts and forms of data communication.
1.1.2
identify forms of data communication.
Forms of Data Communication e.g. Information Services - Offer interactive services to users - Services are easy to use and accessed with PC e.g. Info. retrieval, email, telemonitoring, shopping, banking. The Internet - A communication system for exchanging and distributing information all over the world e.g. WWW E-mail (Electronic Mail) Much faster than conventional postal services. Messages can reach any destinations in sec/mins
In groups, students to discuss and report on the forms of data communications. Students should explain each form.
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UNIT UNIT 1 (CONTD) APPLICATION OF DATA COMMUNICATION
CONTENT Electronic Funds Transfer electronic transfer movement of money into, out of, and between banks accounts. e.g. ATM and credit card system. Computer Conferencing Use computers network to create a meeting situation where information or messages can be exchanged directly and immediately. Telecommuting Working at home using computer, data com & network make it feasible.
EVALUATION
UNIT 2 COMPONENTS OF DATA COMMUNICATION
1.2.1 identify and state the uses of hardware components of data communication.
Hardware Components of Data Communication Eg. Servers, bridges, modems, v-sat, cables
Display hardware components and assist students to identify the components of data communication and state their uses.
1.2.2 describe the role of software component of data communication.
Software Component of Data Communication Eg. Communication Software
Assist students identify software components of data communication and the role they play in data communication. Let students identify the various communication channels associated with data communication and their components indicating the role they each plays.
1.2.3 explain the role of communication channels in data communication.
Communication Channels and Components of Data Communication physical structure data transmission direction line configuration.
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SECTION 2 BASIC NETWORKING
General Objective: The student will: 1. UNIT UNIT 1 NETWORK TYPES SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 2.1.1 explain concepts of networking. Concepts of Networking How a network works (including sharing of folders, files, hardware) OSI Reference Model. Terminologies associated with networking e.g. Gateway router, server, client. Assist students to discuss the various network types and their features (similarities, differences advantages and disadvantages). Discuss the concept of networking. acquire the skills in setting up a network CONTENT TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES EVALUATION
UNIT 2 2.1.2 NETWORK ARCHITECTURE state the types of networks. Types of Networks e.g LAN WAN INTERNET VPN PUBLIC Network Architecture Peer to- peer Client server File- server
2.2.1
identify various Network Architecture.
Assist students to discuss the various network architecture and their features.
UNIT 3 NETWORK TOPOLOGY
2.3.1
identify types of network topology.
Types of Network Topology Eg ring, star, tree Securing data transmission backup ethical and legal issues physical security -password, fire wall, anti-virus, monitoring
Discuss the characteristics of various network topologies.
Discuss the importance of computer and data security.
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UNIT
CONTENT
EVALUATION
UNIT 4 NETWORK CONFIGURATION
2.4.1
configure a simple network.
Configuring a Network Network Protocols and Standards.
Demonstrate how to set up a simple network Students to practise what has been demonstrated. Discuss the steps to be taken to ensure secured data transmission.
UNIT 5 DATA SECURITY AND CONTROL
2.5.1
identify steps needed to be taken to ensure secured data transmission.
Steps Taken to Ensure Secured Data Transmission eg. Password Data encryption
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SECTION 3 PROJECT WORK NETWORK PRACTICAL
General Objective: The student will: 1. be able to set up a simple network. TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES .
UNIT UNIT 1 PROJECT WORK NETWORK PRACTICAL
CONTENT
EVALUATION
3.1.1
set up a simple network.
Setting Up a Simple Network
Students to: Design a simple network Lay network cables Correctly terminate the ends of a network cable using the appropriate connectors Configure a simple network Troubleshoot a simple network NOTE Students to work in groups. Teacher should make necessary materials and tools available for students to use.
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SECTION 4 INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING 1
General Objective: The student will: 1. be able to understand the different Programming Languages, their features and terms. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 4.1.1 explain Programming Language. Programming Language - a standardized communication technique for expressing instructions to a compute. The Development of Programming Language. Students to brainstorm to come out with the definition for Programming Language. Exercise Students to carry out a research on the Internet on the development of Programming Languages. Students are to present their findings using a three column table which should include: Name of programme Originators of the Language Year/Period of release CONTENT TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES EVALUATION
UNIT UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES
4.1.2
trace the development of programming languages from 1954 to date. identify the categories of programming of languages.
Discuss the development of Programming Language since 1954
4.1.3
Categories of Programming Language e.g High-Level Programming Language JAVA, C++ Low-Level Language e.g Machine Language Assembly Language
Guide students to identify the different categories of Programming languages
4.1.4
state the differences between the categories of Programming Language.
Differences Between the Categories of Programming Languages.
Guide students to differentiate between the various categories of Programming Language
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UNIT UNIT 2 FEATURES OF PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 4.2.1. describe the features of particular Programming Languages.
CONTENT
EVALUATION
Features of Programming Languages The features to be looked at include but are not limited to the following: Data types, Constants and variables, Expressions and assignments, Operators and precedence, Input/output statements, Built-in functions, Sequential and conditional execution, Looping constructs, Single dimensional arrays. Nested Loops Guide students to discuss at least 3 popular Programming Languages based on the features indicated in the content column. Some of the languages that could be discussed include the following 1. Visual Basic 2. C++. 3. Ruby Exercise Students are to state 3 differences and 3 similarities among 3 programming languages they are familiar with
4.2.2
explain common terminologies associated with programming.
Terminologies Associated with Programming. E.g. High-Level Language, Machine Language/Code Source Code Boolean Expression Class Comment Compiler Debugging Event Procedure Syntax Variables Compile-Time Error Syntax Errors Runtime Errors Coding OOP
Students discuss and come out with common definitions for common terminologies associated with programming
Assignment Students to carry out research on the Internet before class on common terminologies associated with programming. Students are to present their findings as part of the class for discussion.
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SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION TO DATA PROCESSING SYSTEMS
General Objective: The student will: 1. be able to use Database application to create and manage data in database. UNIT UNIT 1 CONCEPT AND TERMINOLOGIES OF DATABASE APPLICATION SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 1.1.1. explain concepts and terminologies associated with databases. Database concepts and terminologies Data Relationship Views Primary key Fields Tables Forms Queries Filter Record Creating a data base Proper planning Working with tables (defining table structure) Assigning primary key Entering data Printing tables Modifying table structure Administering a database Add, delete and editing data, Select, copy and move data, Sort data, Find data using filters, using expressions in filters, Index a table, Discuss concepts and terminologies associated with databases Let students come out with the definition of the terms. The term's project work should be given to students. (See Section Two Unit One for project topic.) CONTENT TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES EVALUATION
UNIT 2 CREATING A DATABASE
1.2.1
design and create a database using a variety of ways.
Students to load Database application. Demonstrate how to design and create a database
Exercise Student to: create a table for a class database and save in a folder. populate the table created. sort data, find and delete duplicate records and index the table. print the table in data sheet view.
UNIT 3 MANAGING DATA IN A DATABASE
1.3.1
administer a database.
Guide students to administer a database. Teacher should let students practise the processes thoroughly to acquire the skills
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UNIT UNIT 3 (CONTD) MANAGING DATA IN A DATABASE UNIT 4
CONTENT Find and delete duplicate records, Rename table
TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES NOTE Data could be information about the class and it should contain duplicate records. Guide students to: Use the auto wizard and the design view to design and create queries Create queries using complex criteria expressions Query multiple table
EVALUATION
1.4.1 WORKING WITH QUERIES,
create and use a query.
Creating Queries Using a Variety of Ways e.g. - auto wizard - design view
Exercise Teacher to give data to students to do the following exercise:
UNIT 5 WORKING WITH FORMS
1.5.1
create and use forms.
Creating Forms.
Students to Design and create forms Create forms based on multiple tables Update a database using forms Format forms Print a form
Design a form and use the form to update the database created in the previous exercise
Query the database created in the previous exercise and produce reports.
UNIT 6 WORKING WITH REPORTS 1.6.1 design and manage reports. Designing and Managing Reports. Assist students to Create reports based on tables, queries Sort and group records within a report, Create mailing lists and mailing labels, Calculate totals and using expressions Print reports NOTE: Queries and reports For this particular exercise could be based on: List of boys List of girls Age group Houses etc
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SECTION 2 PROJECT WORK
General Objective: The student will: 1. be able to apply the concept of Database application in creating and managing data in database TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES .
UNIT UNIT 1 PROJECT WORK
CONTENT
EVALUATION
2.1.1 CREATING DATABASE
design create and manage a database for the school with not less than 100 records and not more than 150 records.
Designing, Creating and Managing a Database for the School.
Assist students to design, create and manage a database for the school with not less than 100 records and not more than 150 record.
Students to submit project. The project work should form part of the terms work.
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SECTION 3 INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING II
General Objective: The student will: 1. acquire the basic skills needed to begin the development of programmes UNIT UNIT 1 PROGRAMME DEVELOPMENT LIFE CYCLE SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 3.1.1 state the basic steps involved in the development of a computer programme. Programme development life cycle Problem Definition Problem Analysis Algorithm design and representation Actual coding Testing and debugging Complete documentation and operator procedures ready for implementation Students are to discuss the basic steps involved in the development of a programme. Assignment Students are to write a short essay explaining the steps involved in developing a computer programme. CONTENT TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES EVALUATION
UNIT 2 ALGORITHMS 3.2.1 explain the concept of Algorithms. The Algorithm Concept They are a sequence of steps They are a set of instructions(method) which if faithfully followed will produce a solution to a given problem Techniques for Representing Algorithms Pseudo code Flowcharts Actual code Algorithm Building Blocks All problems can be solved by employing any one of the following building blocks or their combinations. Assist students to discuss the concept of Algorithms.
3.2.2
explain the techniques used for representing them.
Discuss the techniques for representing Algorithms.
3.2.3
state the Algorithm building blocks.
Guide students to identify the Algorithm building blocks.
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UNIT UNIT 2 (CONTD) ALGORITHMS
CONTENT
EVALUATION
Sequences A sequence of instructions that are executed in the precise order they are written in: statement block 1 statement block 2 statement block 3 Conditionals Select between alternate courses of action depending upon the evaluation of a condition If ( condition = true ) statement block 1 Else statement block 2 End if Loops Loop through a set of statements as long as a condition is true Loop while ( condition = true ) statement block End Loop Research work Students are to research on Algorithms (concepts and building blocks) and share their findings with their colleagues using a presentation package
UNIT 3 FLOW CHARTS 3.3.1 explain the concept of flow chart. Flow chart concept Flowcharting is one method of pictorially representing a procedural (step-by- step) solution to a problem before you actually start to write the computer instructions required to produce the desired results. Assist students to discuss the concept of using flowcharts in programming
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UNIT UNIT 3 (CONTD) FLOW CHARTS
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 3.3.2 identify flowchart symbols.
CONTENT
EVALUATION
.
Flowchart Symbols They are graphic symbols used to specify arithmetic operations and relational conditions. E.g (Refer to Appendix 1) Provide opportunities for students to familiarize themselves with the flowchart symbols.
3.3.3
identify the types.
Types of flow Charts System (data) flowcharts defines the major phases of the processing, as well as the various data media used e.g.
Assist students to identify the types of flowcharts
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UNIT
CONTENT Programming Flowcharts used by the programmer to represent the sequence of operations the computer is to perform to solve a specific problem. It graphically describes what is to take place in the programme. e.g.
EVALUATION
UNIT 3(CONTD) FLOW CHARTS
. .
3.3.4
explain the factors to consider in constructing flowcharts.
Factors to Consider in Constructing Flowcharts think through the problem solution through step-by- step.
Let students brainstorm and come out with the factors that need to be considered in constructing flowcharts
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UNIT UNIT 3 (CONTD) FLOW CHARTS
CONTENT
EVALUATION
analyze the specifications in terms of - the required inputs - the output desired - the operations and procedures required to produce the output clarify the problem by having a narrative definition of the problem definition develop a flowchart showing the logic, steps, and sequence of steps you want the computer to execute in order to solve the problem. Demonstrate how to construct a flow chart. Guide students to logically analyse a problem and construct a flowchart based on the analysis. .
Exercises The teacher should give students lots of exercises in flow charting
3.3.5
construct a flow chart.
Constructing a Flow Chart: This should be made up of a number of flowchart project which could include projects to:
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SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING III Coding for the internet using HTML (Website designing) General Objective: The student will: 1. be able to design a personal website using a coding language (HTML) SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION TO HTML 1.1.1 explain the term HTML. Understanding the term HTML Definition Hyper Text Mark Up Language Basic structure of HTML coding Basic Structure <html> <head> <title> < title > <Body> </Body> </html> Students to research for the meaning of HTML on the Internet and to share their findings with their classmates. Discuss the basic structure of HTML coding. Project Work Teacher should let students start their terms project work (see Unit of this section). CONTENT TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES EVALUATION
UNIT
1.1.3
state the basic structure for HTML coding.
UNIT 2 BASIC HTML TAGS
1.2.1
use basic HTML tags.
Using Basic HTML Tags e.g <br> -line break </br> <b> bold </b> <u> underline </u> <i> italics </i> <hr>-Horizontal rule/line </hr> <p>-paragraphs </
Teacher to demonstrate the use of common basic HTML tags, for Students to practise. NOTE: Give students ample time for the practise.
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UNIT
CONTENT
EVALUATION
UNIT 3 DESIGNING A WEBSITE USING HTML
1.3.1
explain some best practices in website designing.
Best Practices in Website Designing e.g. Thorough Planning (on paper) Choice of colours Using images in website development
Students in groups, to research on the internet for best practises in website designing and share with their classmates. NOTE: Use notepad as the text editor to do the coding. When saving the files relate to one website in the same folder. Save the files with the extension html.
Exercise Students to create a table with three rows and four columns.
1.3.1
create Tables using HTML code
Creating Tables Using HTML Code table> <tr> <td> </td> </tr> </table> Formatting Table Using HTML Width Code <table width=300> (the table width in the example above is 300) Height Code <table height=300> Cell padding Code <table cell padding=3> Boarder Code <table border=3>
Assist student to create tables using the appropriate HTML code(s).
1.3.2
format tables (width, height, cell padding, boarder).
Student to format tables using the appropriate HTML code(s).
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UNIT UNIT 3 (CONTD) DESIGNING A WEBSITE USING HTML
CONTENT
EVALUATION
Example of a Table Created Using HTML <table> <table height=300width=300 border=2 cell padding="3"> <tr> <td width=210>A</td> <td width=45>B</td> <td width=45>C</td> </tr> </table>
1.3.4
insert text into table.
Inserting Text into Table <table> <table height=300width=300 border=2 cell padding="3"> <tr> <td width=210>My personal website. You are most welcome</td> </tr> </table>
Students to insert text in tables
1.3.5
format text using HTML code.
Formatting Text Using HTML Code Heading <h1>Heading <h2>Heading <h3>Heading <h4>Heading <h5>Heading <h6>Heading
</h1> </h2> </h3> </h4> </h5> </h6>
Assist students to format text using HTML code ( heading, colour, font face, size, alignment)
Colour <font color="FF0000"> Font size and face
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CONTENT
EVALUATION
<font size="3" face="sans-serif"> . Alignment <p align="center">Aligning text to the center</p> Example of text formatted using HTML <html> <head> <title>Formatting Text</title> </head> <body> <p align="center">Aligning text to the center</p> <font size="3">This line is shown in the normal font.</font><br/> <font size=+3>Up 3 to change the font size to 6.</font><br/> <font size="3" face="sans-serif"> Changing the font face</font><br/> <font color="FF0000">Text color changes to red.</font><br/>
</body> </html>
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SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 1.3.6 create an ordered and unordered list.
CONTENT
EVALUATION
Preparing a List Using HTML Ordered list <html> <head> <title>Bulletin</title> </head> <h3>Learn about bulletin.</h3> <Menu> <li> Breakfast:Porrage</li> <li> Lunch:Red Red</li> <li> Super:Akple and okro soup</li> </Menu> </body> </html> Ordinary list <html> <head> <title>Bulletin</title> </head> <h3>Learn about list.</h3> <Menu> <ul> Breakfast: Porridge</ul> <ul> Lunch: Red Red</ul> <ul> Super: Akple and Okro soup</ul> </Menu> </body> </html>
Assist student to create ordered and unordered lists using the appropriate HTML code(s)
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SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to: 1.3.7 insert images.
CONTENT
EVALUATION
Inserting images <img src="mypicture.gif" /> Note: image to be inserted should be in the same folder together with other files associated with t he website
Assist student to insert images using the appropriate HTML code(s)
1.3.8 insert hyperlinks.
Hyperlinks <a href="skoool.com.gh> Note: skool.com.gh is the name of the website being linked.
Assist student to insert hyperlinks using the appropriate HTML code(s)
UNIT 4 PROJECT WORK DESIGNING A PERSONAL WEBSITE
1.4.1 design a simple four page personal website using HTML.
Designing Personal Website The information on the website should include. Information about the family with pictures Information about self with pictures Information about school with pictures Find resources on a chosen topic in a subject area.
Students are to demonstrate the ability to design a simple website using skills learnt.
Project work Students to submit project. The project work should form part of the terms work. Project should be introduced to students early in the term
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SECTION ONE INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY General Objective: The student will: 1. understand the concept of educational technology and apply to learning. TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES
UNIT
CONTENT
EVALUATION Project Work
UNIT 1 CONCEPTS AND TERMINOLOGIES OF EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
1.1.1
explain concepts associated with Educational Technology.
Concepts of Educational technology Terminologies e.g. Multimedia, Instructional design Linear Non linear
In groups, students to brainstorm and come out with the meaning of educational technology.
Preparation of Multimedia Packages Students to design, create and use multimedia packages based on topics from other subject using known ICT tools such as Presentation, Desktop Publishing and Graphic Packages.
UNIT 2 MULTIMEDIA IN EDUCATION
1.2.1
state the requirements for designing, creating and using multimedia in education.
Requirements for Integrating Multimedia in Education.
Assist students to discuss requirements needed to integrate multimedia in education.
1.2.2 :
list the advantages of using multimedia in education.
Advantages of Using Multimedia in Education e.g. Computer aided learning (CAL) Virtual reality (training of doctors, flight simulation,) Computer-aided design (CAD): engineering drawing
Let students come out with the advantages or disadvantages of using multimedia in education.
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SECTION 2 REVISION AND PRACTICAL SKILLS General Objective: The student will: 1. be able to apply the ICT skills learnt (Presentation, Desktop Publishing Database graphic packages etc.) in practical situations. TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES Teacher to provide a number of project topics. .
UNIT UNIT 1 REVISION AND PRACTICAL SKILLS PROJECT WORK: - DESKTOP PUBLISHING - DATABASE - WEBSITE
CONTENT
EVALUATION
2.1.1
create a published document, database or website applying all the skills learnt on this course. write a report using skills learnt in using Word Processing applications.
Production of a - published document, - simple database or a - simple website.
Students to select one of the topics and either produce a published document, a simple database or a simple website.
2.1.2
Writing a project report using a word processing application.
Students to write a report on the project using a Word Processing application.
2.1.3
prepare a simple project budget using skills learnt in using spread sheet applications.
Preparing a Budget Using a Spreadsheet Application.
Students to prepare a simple budget using a spread sheet application.
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APPENDIX 1 FLOW CHART SYMBOLS (Year 3, Term 3, Section 2, Unit 3, (3.3.2)
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PROCESS SYMBOL is used to represent general processing functions not represented by other symbols. It depicts the process of operations resulting in a change of value, form, or location of information.
INPUT/OUTPUT SYMBOL is used to represent any function of an I/O device. Making information available for processing is an Input function; recording processed information is an Output function.
DECISION SYMBOL is used to depict a point in a program at which a branch to one of two or more alternate paths is possible.
TERMINAL, INTERRUPT SYMBOL start, stop, halt, delay, or interrupt.
CONNECTOR SYMBOL represents a junction in a line of flow to another part of the flowchart. A common identifier, such as an alphabetic character, number, or mnemonic label, is placed within the exit and its associated entry.
FLOWLINE SYMBOL is used to represent flow direction by lines drawn between symbols. Normal direction of flow is left to right and top to bottom. If the direction of flow is other than normal, arrowheads are required at the point of entry.
START/STOP flow chart at this point.
This represents the EXIT point and the ENTRY point in a flowchart.
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STRUCTURE AND ORGANISATION OF THE ICT ELECTIVE SYLLABUS

SHS 2 TERM TWO TERM THREE

SECTION 2 PROJECT WORK Unit 1: Designing a Class Database

SECTION 3 PROJECT WORK Unit 1: Network Practical .

TERM THREE SECTION 3 INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING (2)

TOTAL NUMBER OF PERIODS PER WEEK CLASS SHS 2 SHS 3 SHS 4

SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL - YEAR 2 TERM 1

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to:

list types of media.

Students mention media types used to present information.

UNIT UNIT 1 (CONTD) INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION SYSTEMS

TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES .

Differences Between Manual and Computerize Information System

Assignment Explain 3 types of information system.

identify the attributes of a good information system.

Guide students to identify the attributes of a good information system

outline the process (building blocks) for the development of Information.

distinguish among different types of information.

UNIT UNIT 1 (CONTD) INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION SYSTEMS

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to:

TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES

Discuss the different classifications of information and their features.

Lead students to discuss the role played by information in our society

UNIT 2 INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY CULTURE

explain general issues concerning Information Technology.

UNIT 3 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN OUR LIVES

evaluate the role and impact of Information Technology on everyday life.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to:

TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES

UNIT 4 DATA REPRESENTATION

explain coding information using a bit pattern.

perform binary arithmetic.

Performing Binary Arithmetic.

Converting From Decimals to Binary Coded Decimal and Vice Versa

Converting octal and hexadecimal numbers to binary, and vice versa

How Characters are Represented

Discuss how characters are represented.

Units of data storage E.g. bits and bytes

Discuss unit of data storage eg. bits and bytes.

SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL - YEAR 2

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to:

evaluate the impact of Information Technology on everyday life.

Discuss students, project work after marking

SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL - YEAR 2 TERM 2

TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES

1.1.3 edit paragraph using paragraph options.

UNIT UNIT 1 (CONTD)

TEACHING AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES

UNIT 2 BUSINESS DOCUMENTATION

create business documents.

use layout techniques in document creation.

Inserting headers and footers. merge data in document creation.

UNIT 3 MERGING DATA

UNIT UNIT 3 (CONTD)

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES The student will be able to:

Drawing and horizontal line in a document Merging document etc

UNIT 4 SPECIAL TOOLS

1.4.1 perform mail merge.