Prerequisite
None
Description
This course introduces students to information and communication technology in a business environment and builds a foundation of digital literacy skills necessary for success in a technologically driven society. Students will develop word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing, presentation software, and website design skills. Throughout the course, there is an emphasis on digital literacy, effective electronic research and communication skills, and current issues related to the impact of information and communication technology.
Teaching and Learning strategies
Along with some of the strategies noted in the assessment for, as, and of learning charts below, strategies will include (but not be limited to):
- Group/guided discussions
- Self Reflection/Evaluation
- Video analysis
- Peer conferencing
- Guided Internet research
- Multimedia Productions
- Drafts
- Summative/Culminating projects
OUTLINE OF COURSE CONTENT
Computer and Technology Literacy – How ICT Works
20 hours
Research & Microsoft Skills
25 hours
Communicating in the Business World
25 hours
Design, Spreadsheet & Presentation Skills
35 hours
Final Project
5 hours
Total
110 hours
