ICT

Head of Department: Mr. T. Shaw

Throughout year 8 students will follow the Governments' Key Stage 3 ICT strategy. This will involve project based activities which will allow the students to demonstrate different personal skills - planning, independent and group working as well as being able to critically reflect on both the project outcomes and their own learning. "Fitness for purpose" and "appropriate for audience" are important themes and form a large part of the assessment process.

Students are positively encouraged to explore different hardware and software packages to a level appropriate to their ability. The intention is to have fun but also to provide resources and an environment that is both stimulating and engaging.

Outline of Course:

• Multimedia presentation
• Modelling Data Handling
• Website DesignSequencing

Homework Activities: Set as appropriate but will usually be planning or preparation work

Assessment: Self, peer as well formative assessment as the students progress throughout the course. There will also an element of on-line testing.

Parental Contribution: Support with planning and preparation of project work as well as ICT skills.

Useful Resources and Equipment: Three well equipped ICT rooms with on-line access to the school computer network from home.

Other Useful Information: There are computer rooms available at lunch times. There will also be an ICT room open after school for students use.