THEORY: BBC Revision Site: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/ict/

CURRENT MODERATION COMMENTS 30 March 2010:

IMPORTANT: YOUR INTERNAL MODERATOR'S FEEDBACK
PROJECT 1a (not 1b yet): SEE BELOW:

Project 1a : ASSEESSORS FEEDBACK - 4th Form
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* Be even more specific about your AUDIENCE (state ages 11 - 80 and NOT school-going age and pensioners - if you have done this that's fine, just then give approximate ages)

* State CLEARLY which resources were used in the presentation (you can make a table and just tick them or go a bit further and state WHY you ended up using those images)

* When explaining (annotating) how you developed the presentation, always refer to (1) the AUDIENCE"I did this because it appeals, it will attract the elderly, and it appeals to the children I am wanting to reach..." AND (2) the PURPOSE of the presentation - I selected this option because it will need to quickly draw attention to those passing through the foyer of the school - they may be in a hurry but I WILL STOP them in their tracks because I have chosen..."

*  And when explaining how you developed your presentation please use words like "insert", "copy and paste", “imported", browsed for the image and then selected by double clicking..." - you need to say HOW you actually used the software, not just "I then put an image in over here". For example, Custom Animation: actually show the animation window and point to the features in that that you used (numbering of when objects appear, timing, effect options and circle the one you want) NOT EVERY FEATURE but at least four main ones (TEXT/Word Art, ANIMATION, Slide 
Transition, Media Clip, etc)

* And also when explaining how you developed your presentation please show TWO DIFFERENT LAYOUTS (you can also do this in the hand drawn stage) and explain why one layout was chosen over the other - you can also be something you decide to change while you are developing the presentation (so you changed it from your drawing stage to when you actually did it) BUT MAKE SURE YOU SAY WHY and point out the differences. Some of you did this in your hand drawn examples but they are not obvious - you have not pointed them out!

* When showing your Advanced Internet Search (using Google Advanced search or similar) please POINT to the actual address in the search engine's list and say exactly which one you chose and WHY it was a good one to choose!

* You HAVE TO make a typo / spelling mistake - you cannot just have a screen shot of the "Spelling Check is Complete" message - this is something NEW! In other words show a mistake and highlight it on a slide and then show the correction. Some of you have shown other errors such as a technical error and explained how you overcame that then that is even better BUT I am afraid EVERYONE must show at least one spelling error and that you corrected it (seem silly to you? Never mind, just do it as the examiner wants to see that you can edit/go back and amend errors).

* Essay Advice:
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- You have to PERSONALISE all your essays and I have said that again and again and still some are very generic (general - not referring to their experience or imagined experiences)
- Firstly, how you use ICT and how you could use other methods OTHER than ICT (remember the example of an OHP - overhead Projector; a Sandwich Board - who was it walking up and down the driveway and yet in his essay he never mentions alternatives if ICT was not available!)
- Secondly, how you organised your files and folders and backed up (yes you did, on USB) and looked after equipment and these files while in transit, etc
- Thirdly, you must say HOW you can get help (typing key words into Windows Help Box - usually top right of window pf application) when an error occurs - you cannot say that you called your teacher over - there are a lot of you that said this - try another means of getting help even if you give an example of going on to a "Tech support web site"
- Fourthly, Advantages and Disadvantages of ICT
- Fifth - Copyright and Confidentiality (although please remember that the data we needed was not necessarily data that had to be kept confidential! So watch that one - you may be able to leave it out and just refer to it in general and say you did not have to keep any data confidential). ALSO: make sure you mention that you have acknowledged ALL you sources in a table (and give the page number) so as to comply with Copyright etc.
- Sixth - Can identify Errors and their causes – it could be a simple FORMATTING ERROR that you picked up when proof reading.
- Seventh, your Health and Safety essay - once again PERSONALISE - what happened to you or could happen if (electrocution, trip, RSI, etc)

SUMMER TERM CLASS and PREP STRUCTURE:

Week 1 - fix up Project 1a
Week 2 - fix up Project 1b
Week 3 - Start Project 2 practice

Prep starting in Week 1 and carrying on throuhgout the term will be based around the THEORY TOPIC PRESENTATIONS:

So far we have the following scholars who will be ready to present from 26th April:

 

PROJECT 1a Help Files - CLICK HERE

PROJECT 1a and 1b will be dealt with during class time now! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2nd TERM
 

WEEK 6

PREP (due after half-term):
Worksheets to be handed out in class - complete by first lesson after half-term!

Lessons

These STEPS will really help you if you want extra background information:
Step 1 (click on the Next button to advance each step)
Step 2
Step 3 and so on... it does right up to step 9 - JUST TYPE IN THE RELEVANT NUMBER
(© 2009 stacs)

Post-Half Term...

WEEK 7 - 9
PREP:
All prep will be given in class this half term BUT extra work can be found below to complement this class and prep work for Project 1b:

EXTRA:

http://www.learnaccessnow.com/chap01a.html
http://www.blakeston.stockton.sch.uk/subjects/ict/ict_keywords.htm
http://www.geekgirls.com/database_dictionary.htm

Try the above sites to learn more about Access and Database terminology.

WEEK 10 -11

PREP:
Read pages from your text book: 140 - 151

You will be given a test (CGA) based on the questions found on page 151 & 152
DUE: 18 March 2010

Summer Term

PREP:
Select your Theory Topic to create a 4 to 5 slide presentation on that topic - select ONE:

Storage Devices and Media 
Backing/Secondary storage devices and media: different types and uses
The advantages and disadvantages of different types of backing storage media
The importance of backups
The difference between main/internal memory and backing storage
 
Introductory Communications
Modems and digital telephone lines
Analogue to digital conversion and digital to analogue conversion
Advantages and disadvantages of using computer networks
User ids and passwords
Communication media

Data: Types and Terminology
Types of data – alphanumeric/text, numeric (real and integer), date, logical/Boolean
Definition of file, record, field and key field

Information Management and Effects of IT: Legal Issues 
Software copyright
Hacking
Viruses
Social effects of ICT
Health
Safety 

DUE: 20 April 2010

EXTRA:
Glossary of ICT Terms:
http://www.traininglink.org.uk/ecdlTL/ict_glossary.htm

 Read pages 144 and 145 of your text book for DIFFERENCES between databases and spreadsheets

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Xmas Holiday Prep Help:

Extra and 'Essay' Topics - help pages:
Health and Safety
Viruses and Safety on the Internet 
Error Messages
Copyright and Confidentiality

1st TERM - archived

WEEK 4

'Min-test' assessment revision:
Do the first three worksheets from the booklet handed to you last week.

I will be asking you questions based on the Worksheets "ICT Hardware 1", "ICT Hardware 3" and "ICT Hardware 5" and from pages 6 - 20 from your Text Book but do not spend the time reading all the advanatges and disadvantages at this stage in the text book.
Here's a link that may help you for quick revision before the test:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/ict/hardware/0inputandoutputdevicesrev1.shtml

WEEK 5

Complete the Worksheet Booklet titled "ICT Hardware" (by Monday Week 6)

WEEK 6

Prep

WEEK 7

In your exercise books, write out the answers on page 5 from your text books, where it says "Test and review"

Also, take note of the section "Review and thinking tasks" and write down the 'specs' and type of your computer at home (or one that you may have access to outside of school).

Complete by Friday - end of this week (Week 7)

WEEK 8

 

Hand in Project 1a at least up to Task 8 (Internet Searches) and make sure your Table of Resources (ICT, ICT non-Internet and ICT Internet) is complete.

Storage Devices and Media
Backing/Secondary storage devices and media: different types and uses
The advantages and disadvantages of different types of backing storage media
The importance of backups
The difference between main/internal memory and backing storage
 
Introductory Communications 
Modems and digital telephone lines
Analogue to digital conversion and digital to analogue conversion
Advantages and disadvantages of using computer networks
User ids and passwords
Communication media

Data: Types and Terminology
Types of data – alphanumeric/text, numeric (real and integer), date, logical/Boolean
Definition of file, record, field and key field

Information Management and Effects of IT: Legal Issues 
Software copyright
Hacking
Viruses
Social effects of ICT
Health
Safety 

AFTER HALF-TERM:

WEEK 9 - 10

Focus on: Completing all Tasks for project 1a

This means the two essays (Health and Safety and the other one - do you know what they other one is?)

PREP DUE for FIRST DAY BACK:

1. Task 8

2. Task 9
In the first week back you will complete the online Health and Safety worksheet in preparation for the CGA MiniTest.
Look at the following links for some extra revision:
http://www.teach-ict.com/gcse/theory/healthsafety/miniweb/index.htm
Extra:
http://www.teach-ict.com/gcse/theory/healthsafety/student/s_h&s_quiz.htm (do all of the quizes and print screen the resukts - bring in to school and print out)
http://www.teach-ict.com/gcse/theory/healthsafety/student/s_h&s_examq.htm (this is the Home Page for all Health and Safety

WEEK 11 - 12

EXAM PREP: The different Sections in the exam -

Section 1:
First Section is Multiple Choice - this covers wide area on knowledge
Section 2:
Input, Output and Storage - revise from here:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/ict/hardware/0inputandoutputdevicesrev1.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/ict/hardware/1datastoragerev1.shtml

Section 3:
The Data Protection Act 1998 (yes! it is 1998)

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/ict/legal/0dataprotectionactrev1.shtml

For one day only, this is a sample question from your exam:

The increasing use of e-mail as a means of communication is sometimes replacing the more traditional methods such as telephone and post.

(a) Describe what is meant by e-mail.

Section 4:

Health and Safety

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/ict/implications/3healthandsafetyrev1.shtml

Section 5:
Networks 

Use your notes and LAN and WAN - and of course the Text Book.

Section 6:

Various to do with computer terminology

Section 7:

Advantages and Disadvantages of the INTERNET

KEY WORDS for this section:

Advantages OF INTERNET

 

•Access medication for animals

•Faster access to range of info

•Latest information is out their/information is up to date

•Wider range of treatments available

•Access to worldwide databases/research rare animals

•E-mail can be used to .... (one only)

•Access same information from home/anywhere/work

•Chat lines could be an advantage

•Create web page/advertise on-line

•Create an e-business/shop/sell on-line/order on-line/on-line banking/tracking

•Creates some jobs

• Shorter hours become possible

• Diagnose over internet rather than visit

• Find out what other vets are doing so they can compete

• Route planning for vets (on-line)

• Storage areas on Internet

• Video conferencing

• Book appointment on-line

 

Disadvantages of INTERNET

 

•Not policed . dangerous stuff out there

• Information not always checked! Is it reliable?

• Staff can waste time just surfing the net

• Access/ISP can cost money

• Chat lines can also waste money

• Virus issues

• Hacking issues

• May cause unemployment

• Ties up the phone or needs an extra line.

• Training issues for staff

• Junk mail

 

Vuruses and Hacking:
1.VIRUSES

* Illegal to knowingly distribute
* Intent to cause unauthorised chnages to computer material (e.g. damage to files, programs, etc)
* passed from file to file, and computer to computer
* they attach themselves to another program or file, unknowingly to the user
* because YOU can be the distributor of one that damages someone else's computer
* spread via portable storage media or by downloading from the Internet

2. HACKING

* Unauthorized remote computer break-ins via a communication networks such as the Internet
* Primary purpose is to pry or even steel personal data
* A hacker is someone who wants to circumvent computer security in order to gain access to private files and data; they usually want to copy, steel or just look at the data


 

COURSEWORK PREP:- "The TWO TOPICS"

1. Copyright and Confidentiality

2. Type (or write) your VIRUS 'essay'
For this task you have to show your understanding of viruses: what they are? And how they can be
prevented. You must also explain your own experiences of viruses at home and in school.
What is a Virus?
A virus is simply a program designed to cause harm to someone else's computer. The extent of the
damage depends on the virus. There are tens of thousands of viruses.Some virus damage is
insignificant but inconvenient. Some virus damage is disastrous, putting the computer system out of
action by crashing memory, erasing files or corrupting data
How do you catch a Virus?
Malicious programmers who wish to cause problems to other computer users write viruses. You can
get a virus by: putting an infected floppy disk into your computer - the virus can automatically copy
itself from the infected disk into your computer downloading infected files from the Internet obtaining
software from an unreliable source There is usually no evidence of the virus and the user is not
usually aware of it until something goes wrong
How can they be prevented?
Viruses can be prevented by taking sensible precautions, including:
etc - these notes were handed out in class!!

 

Up-and-coming topics (Topics 3 and 4)...

3. Type (or write) your Health and Safety 'essay'

You must show that you understand that whilst working with computers there are rules that must be
followed and a safe environment must be provided by the organisation that you work for.
The following notes will help you and you must also talk about the environment that you work in at
school and how this abides by the Health and Safety act
European regulations exist to protect the health and safety of employees who use computers for a
considerable part of their working day.
Seating - Chairs with adjustable height and backrest are recommended. When seated correctly, the
lower arms and thighs should be in a roughly horizontal position while working at the keyboard.
Worktops - A fixed height between 660-730mm is required (720mm is recommended). A worktop
depth of 760-840 mm is required to give the user sufficient distance from the screen while working.
Matt worktops in a cream or beige colour are recommended in order to reduce glare.
Lighting - Windows should be fitted with non-reflective blinds, preferably beige in colour.
Consideration should be given to positioning of the screen away from light reflection and glare. The
optimum position is at right angles to the source of natural light.
Screens - All new screens must be fitted with tilt and swivel stands. Sufficient room is needed for the
screen to be moved back and forward. Ideally, the top of the screen should be at eye level.
Power supply - Leads should preferably be in trunking above the height of the worktops or be safely
tied. An adequate number of supply sockets should be provided to eliminate the need for trailing
wires. It is safer to switch the equipment off at the wall socket or room master switch rather than 'find'
the switches at the rear of the machines. Mains plugs and leads must be checked for safety once a
year.
Fire precautions - A fire extinguisher suitable for electrical fires (such as carbon dioxide) must be
provided in all computer rooms. The location of the nearest fire exit must be notified near the door in
each room.
Repetitive Strain Injury - This may be caused by repetitive finger movements over very long periods
of time. It can become quite serious for people employed solely as keyboard operators. In order to
reduce muscle fatigue and strain, users should be encouraged to get up and move around at
reasonably frequent intervals, for example to collect equipment, and to do other forms of work.
Eye Strain - In order to reduce eyestrain, users should be encouraged to look away from the screen
and focus on a distant object from time to time - this will relax their eye muscles. The wearing of
spectacles also helps prevent possible soreness caused by the bombardment of ionised dust
particles from the screen.
 

 

Storage Devices and Media 
Backing/Secondary storage devices and media: different types and usesJW
The advantages and disadvantages of different types of backing storage media 
The importance of backupsCM
The difference between main/internal memory and backing storageFG
  
Introductory Communications 
Modems and digital telephone linesHP
Analogue to digital conversion and digital to analogue conversionAW
Advantages and disadvantages of using computer networksSG
User ids and passwordsSH
Communication mediaMF

Data: Types and Terminology 
Types of data – alphanumeric/text, numeric (real and integer), date, logical/BooleanCA
Definition of file, record, field and key fieldAE

Information Management and Effects of IT: Legal Issues  
Software copyrightHR
HackingSM
VirusesMB
Social effects of ICTFenton Varady
HealthStephen Brown
Safety Oliver Barker