KS3 ICT

KS3 ICT

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This course introduces foundational information and communication technology concepts, covering computer hardware, software, storage, file management, and operating systems. It explores word processing techniques, including document creation, formatting, image insertion, and proofing tools. Further topics include online safety, email etiquette, effective searching, source evaluation, spreadsheets with formulas and charts, and basic presentation and image editing skills.

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This module introduces foundational computer skills, emphasising practical application via a student-chosen project. Learners explore hardware, software, storage, file management, and operating systems; master word processing techniques including formatting, tables, and proofing; and develop safe internet practices, effective searching, and professional emailing. A digital portfolio captures progress for assessment.

Introduction to Computers
Welcome to ICT: Pick Something Real and Set Up Your Workspace Quiz
What Is a Computer?: Hardware Vs Software Quiz
Input and Output: Devices and How They Work Together Quiz
Computer Storage and Memory: Where Your Work Actually Lives Quiz
Files and Folders: Creating, Naming, Organising Quiz
Common File Types and Formats Quiz
The Operating System: Settings You Can Actually Use Quiz
Cloud Storage and School Accounts Quiz
Basic Computer Functions: Click, Drag, Shortcut, Open, Close, Save Quiz
Unit 1 Review and Recap Quiz
Introduction to Word Processing
Your First Document: Create, Open, Save Quiz
Map the Screen: Ribbon, Cursor and Status Tools Quiz
Text Formatting: Fonts, Sizes, Emphasis Quiz
Paragraph Formatting: Alignment, Spacing, Indentation Quiz
Page Layout: Margins, Orientation, Headers and Footers Quiz
Inserting Images: Phone, Licensed Stock, or AI Quiz
Inserting and Formatting Tables Quiz
Bullet and Numbered Lists Quiz
Proofing: Spell-check and Grammar Tools Quiz
Find, Replace and Word Count Quiz
Print Preview, Print Settings and PDF Export Quiz
KA1 Workshop Part 1: Creating the Range of Documents Quiz
Finish Your Proposal and Letter (KA1 Checkpoint) Quiz
The Internet and Email Essentials
How the Internet Works: Browsers, Urls, Basics Quiz
Effective Searching: Traditional Search and AI Search Tools Quiz
Evaluating Online Sources: CRAAP and AI Verification Quiz
Staying Safe Online: Phishing, Scams, Malware, and the Digital Age of Consent Quiz
Email Essentials: Formal Email Style in a World of Dms Quiz
KA2 Workshop Part 1: Building the Researched Report Quiz
KA2 Workshop Part 2: Email to a Named Recipient and Module Recap Quiz

This module introduces essential software packages beyond basic tools, focusing on spreadsheets and presentation applications. Learners evaluate tool suitability for projects, master data entry, navigation, formatting, formulas, charts, and error checking in spreadsheets. It covers slide design, animations, and image editing in tools like PowerPoint or Canva, culminating in practical workshops for real-world portfolios.

Spreadsheets
What's a Spreadsheet for?: Suitable Uses Quiz
Entering Data: Cells, Rows, Columns, Sheets Quiz
Safe Editing, Undo and Fill Quiz
Saving, File Formats and Versioning Quiz
Cell Formatting: Numbers, Currency, Dates, Alignment Quiz
Borders, Shading and Readability Quiz
Simple Formulas: SUM and AVERAGE Quiz
More Formulas: MIN, MAX, COUNT Quiz
Cell References and Autofill Quiz
Logical Formulas: IF Quiz
Logical Formulas: Standard Functions Quiz
Everyday Functions for Your Budget Quiz
Sorting and Filtering Data Quiz
Checking Your Data: Finding and Fixing Errors Quiz
Print Preview, Print Areas and Page Setup Quiz
KA1 Workshop Part 1: Gap Check Before You Build Quiz
KA1 Workshop Part 2: Formulas That Do Real Work Quiz
KA1 Workshop Part 3: Evidence Check and Unit 1 Recap Quiz
Introduction to the Graphical Presentation of Data
Your First Bar Chart Quiz
Your First Pie Chart Quiz
Chart Formatting: Titles, Labels, Legends, Colours Quiz
Chart Interpretation: What Does It Say? Quiz
KA2 Workshop: Charts in Graphic Format and Interpretation PDF Quiz
Intro to Presentations: Powerpoint, Slides, or Canva Quiz
Inserting Text and Images in Slides Quiz
Slide Design: Readability at the Back of the Room Quiz
Animations, Transitions and When to Use Them Quiz
Image Editing Basics: Crop, Brightness and Text Overlay Quiz
KA3 Workshop Part 1: Designing the Promotional Document Quiz
KA3 Workshop Part 2: Building the Promotional Document Quiz
KA3 Workshop Part 3: Pitch Day and Full Portfolio Walkthrough Quiz

This module introduces foundational computer skills, emphasising practical application via a student-chosen project. Learners explore hardware, software, storage, file management, and operating systems; master word processing techniques including formatting, tables, and proofing; and develop safe internet practices, effective searching, and professional emailing. A digital portfolio captures progress for assessment.

Introduction to Computers
Welcome to ICT: Pick Something Real and Set Up Your Workspace Quiz
What Is a Computer?: Hardware Vs Software Quiz
Input and Output: Devices and How They Work Together Quiz
Computer Storage and Memory: Where Your Work Actually Lives Quiz
Files and Folders: Creating, Naming, Organising Quiz
Common File Types and Formats Quiz
The Operating System: Settings You Can Actually Use Quiz
Cloud Storage and School Accounts Quiz
Basic Computer Functions: Click, Drag, Shortcut, Open, Close, Save Quiz
Unit 1 Review and Recap Quiz
Introduction to Word Processing
Your First Document: Create, Open, Save Quiz
Map the Screen: Ribbon, Cursor and Status Tools Quiz
Text Formatting: Fonts, Sizes, Emphasis Quiz
Paragraph Formatting: Alignment, Spacing, Indentation Quiz
Page Layout: Margins, Orientation, Headers and Footers Quiz
Inserting Images: Phone, Licensed Stock, or AI Quiz
Inserting and Formatting Tables Quiz
Bullet and Numbered Lists Quiz
Proofing: Spell-check and Grammar Tools Quiz
Find, Replace and Word Count Quiz
Print Preview, Print Settings and PDF Export Quiz
KA1 Workshop Part 1: Creating the Range of Documents Quiz
Finish Your Proposal and Letter (KA1 Checkpoint) Quiz
The Internet and Email Essentials
How the Internet Works: Browsers, Urls, Basics Quiz
Effective Searching: Traditional Search and AI Search Tools Quiz
Evaluating Online Sources: CRAAP and AI Verification Quiz
Staying Safe Online: Phishing, Scams, Malware, and the Digital Age of Consent Quiz
Email Essentials: Formal Email Style in a World of Dms Quiz
KA2 Workshop Part 1: Building the Researched Report Quiz
KA2 Workshop Part 2: Email to a Named Recipient and Module Recap Quiz

This module introduces essential software packages beyond basic tools, focusing on spreadsheets and presentation applications. Learners evaluate tool suitability for projects, master data entry, navigation, formatting, formulas, charts, and error checking in spreadsheets. It covers slide design, animations, and image editing in tools like PowerPoint or Canva, culminating in practical workshops for real-world portfolios.

Spreadsheets
What's a Spreadsheet for?: Suitable Uses Quiz
Entering Data: Cells, Rows, Columns, Sheets Quiz
Safe Editing, Undo and Fill Quiz
Saving, File Formats and Versioning Quiz
Cell Formatting: Numbers, Currency, Dates, Alignment Quiz
Borders, Shading and Readability Quiz
Simple Formulas: SUM and AVERAGE Quiz
More Formulas: MIN, MAX, COUNT Quiz
Cell References and Autofill Quiz
Logical Formulas: IF Quiz
Logical Formulas: Standard Functions Quiz
Everyday Functions for Your Budget Quiz
Sorting and Filtering Data Quiz
Checking Your Data: Finding and Fixing Errors Quiz
Print Preview, Print Areas and Page Setup Quiz
KA1 Workshop Part 1: Gap Check Before You Build Quiz
KA1 Workshop Part 2: Formulas That Do Real Work Quiz
KA1 Workshop Part 3: Evidence Check and Unit 1 Recap Quiz
Introduction to the Graphical Presentation of Data
Your First Bar Chart Quiz
Your First Pie Chart Quiz
Chart Formatting: Titles, Labels, Legends, Colours Quiz
Chart Interpretation: What Does It Say? Quiz
KA2 Workshop: Charts in Graphic Format and Interpretation PDF Quiz
Intro to Presentations: Powerpoint, Slides, or Canva Quiz
Inserting Text and Images in Slides Quiz
Slide Design: Readability at the Back of the Room Quiz
Animations, Transitions and When to Use Them Quiz
Image Editing Basics: Crop, Brightness and Text Overlay Quiz
KA3 Workshop Part 1: Designing the Promotional Document Quiz
KA3 Workshop Part 2: Building the Promotional Document Quiz
KA3 Workshop Part 3: Pitch Day and Full Portfolio Walkthrough Quiz

What Students Will Learn

Learning Goals

  1. Understand fundamental computer concepts including hardware, software, storage, and operating systems to select appropriate tools for tasks.
  2. Develop proficiency in word processing to create, format, and manage professional documents for real-world applications.
  3. Acquire skills in spreadsheets and presentations to organise data, perform calculations, and communicate information effectively.
  4. Master safe and efficient use of internet tools, cloud storage, and email for research, collaboration, and secure online interactions.
  5. Build a digital portfolio showcasing practical ICT projects that integrate multiple software applications and demonstrate workplace readiness.

Learning Outcomes

  1. Establish a digital portfolio in cloud storage and organise files using proper folder structures and naming conventions.
  2. Demonstrate proficiency in word processing by creating, formatting, and exporting professional documents including tables, lists, and images.
  3. Apply spreadsheet functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, IF, and cell referencing to analyse and present data for a real-world project.
  4. Create and format charts and presentations using appropriate design principles to communicate information effectively.
  5. Conduct reliable online research by evaluating sources with CRAAP criteria, using advanced search operators, and verifying AI-generated content.

What You'll Need

Student Devices

Students will need one of these devices. Students can share in groups of 2-3 if necessary.

Chromebook/Laptop/PC
Chromebook/Laptop/PC
iPad/Tablet
iPad/Tablet

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