COMPUTER LAB MANAGEMENT
Week
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Learning Area
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Learning Outcomes
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Suggested Learning Activities
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Remark
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1
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1.
Computer Lab Regulations
1.1 Computer Lab Rules
1.2 User
1.3 Equipment
1.4 Data and User Security
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1.1.1 List computer lab rules.
1.2.1 Practice computer lab rules.
1.3.1 Handle equipment responsibly.
1.4.1 State the importance of data and user
security.
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• Showing and explaining computer lab rules
in
the
computer lab
• Reporting on observation of practical lab rules
using
worksheets
• Explaining procedures for responsible care of
equipment
• Discussing and listing appropriate ways of
handling
equipment
• Explaining the importance of password and
Usernames
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ë Lab Rules
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2. Lab
Organisation
2.1 Organisation Chart
2.2 Computer Lab Timetable
2.3 Log Book
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2.1.1 State the Organisation Chart of a
computer lab.
2.1.2 Identify the Computer Lab Coordinator.
2.1.3 State the responsibilities of a
computer
lab coordinator.
2.2.1 Adhere to the timetable.
2.3.1 Identify types of log books.
2.3.2 List usage of a log book.
2.3.3 Practise responsible use of computers.
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• Showing and explaining the Organisation chart
• Using the computer lab according to the
allocated time
• Showing samples of log books
- Computer Log Book
- Computer Lab Log Book (refer Appendix L)
• Sign in and sign out log book
• Sign in when they use the computer
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ë Organisation chart
ë
Computer Lab
Log Book
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3. Ethics
in Using Computer
3.1 Copyright
3.2 Unethical Use of Computers
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3.1.1 State the ethics of computer usage.
3.1.2 Define the meaning of copyright.
3.1.3 State the effects of copyright violation
3.2.1 List out various unethical use of
computers.
3.2.2 State the effects of unethical use of
computers.
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• Explaining the ethics of computer usage
• Explaining the meaning of copyright
• Discussing in groups the effects of copyright violation
• Conducting discussion on the misuse of computers
• In pairs, pupils browse the Internet to locate
information
on the
misuse of computer
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Note:
ë ethics of computer usage
ë meaning of copyright
ë the effects of
copyright violation
ë
unethical
use of computers.
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COMPUTER HARDWARE
Week
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Learning Area
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Learning Outcomes
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Suggested Learning
Activities
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Remark
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3
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1. Introduction to
Computers
1.1 Evolution of the Computer
1.2 Types of Computers
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1.1.1 State the generations of computers
together with the
respective processors
used.
1.1.2 Explain the generations of computers
together with the
respective processors
used.
1.2.1 Identify the types of computers:
• Supercomputer
• Mainframe
• Mini Computer
• Micro Computer
• Work Station
1.2.2 Define different types of computer.
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• Explaining the evolution of the computer from
the
vacuum tube to the fifth
generation and showing the
respective processors used
• Matching the types of processors used with the
respective generations of
computers in a worksheet to
be kept in the portfolio
• Gathering information on the evolution of
computers and
presenting the information
in groups
• Introducing various types of computers using a
PowerPoint presentation.
• Labeling a flow chart of the types of computer
in a
worksheet to be kept in the
portfolio
• Gathering information on the types of computer
and
presenting the information
in groups
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Note:
ë
the
evolution of the computer
ë a worksheet
Note:
ë
the types of
computers
ë a worksheet
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5
6
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2. Computer Parts
& Components
2.1 Overview of the Computer
System
2.2 System Unit
2.3 Peripherals
2.4 Input Devices
2.5 Output Devices
2.6 Storage Devices
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2.1.1 Identify main components in the computer
system:
• Monitor
• Keyboard
• Speaker
• Mouse
• System unit
• Printer
2.1.2 State the functions of the main
components in the
computer system.
2.1.3 Explain briefly the data processing
cycle of a computer
system:
• Input
• Process
• Output
• Storage
2.2.1 Identify the components of a system unit:
• Input/Output port (I/O port)
• Reset button
• CDROM drive
• Floppy drive
• Hard disk drive
2.2.2 State the functions of the main
components of a
system unit.
2.2.3 State the functions of CPU, RAM, ROM
and expansion slots
found on the
motherboard.
2.2.4 Inculcate values of responsibility and
cooperation among the
pupils.
2.3.1 State the definition of peripheral.
2.3.2 Identify different types of peripherals:
• Input devices
• Output devices
• Storage devices
2.3.3 State examples of different types of
peripherals:
• Printers
• Scanners
• LCD projectors
• Digital cameras
• External CD drives
• External storages
2.3.4 Explain the functions of each peripheral.
2.4.1 Identify input devices.
2.4.2 List input devices.
2.4.3 State the respective functions of input
devices.
2.5.1 Identify output devices.
2.5.2 List output devices.
2.5.3 State the respective functions of output
devices.
2.6.1 Identify storage devices.
2.6.2 List storage devices.
2.6.3 State the functions of storage devices.
2.6.4 Identify differences between primary and
secondary storage
devices.
2.6.5 State the units for data measurement:
• Bit
• Byte
• Kilobyte
• Megabyte
• Gigabyte
2.6.6 Inculcate values of responsibility,
accountability and
cooperation
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• Showing the main components of the computer
system
• Labeling the main components of the computer
system
in a worksheet to be kept
in the portfolio
• Carrying out brainstorming session on the
functions of
the main components of the
computer system
• Writing down the functions and keeping the
sheet in the
portfolio
• Drawing and explain the data processing cycle
of the
computer system on a paper
and to be kept in the
• Explaining the functions of the component of a
system
unit such as I/O, Reset
button, CDROM drive, floppy
drive, hard disk drive
• Writing down the functions of the component off
the
system unit and keeping it
in the portfolio
• Showing a motherboard to pupils
• Identify, explain and discuss the functions of
CPU,RAM,
ROM and expansion slots
found on the Motherboard
• Writing the functions of the components in the
worksheets provided and
keeping them in the portfolio
• Carrying out in pair or group activities
• Explaining the definition of peripheral
• Showing the different types of peripheral
• Showing the example of different types of
peripherals
such as printers, scanners,
LCD projectors, digital
cameras, external CD drives
and external storages
• Collecting pictures of peripherals and keeping
them in
the portfolio
• Show types of peripherals commonly found in the
computer lab
• Carry out a brainstorm session on the functions
of each
peripheral
• Write the functions of each peripheral in
worksheets and
keeping them in the
portfolio
• Explaining the use of peripherals and demonstrating
how to operate them
• Doing hands-on activities while teacher
facilitates
• Facilitating a session where pupils brainstorm
on
various input devices
• Showing examples of input devices
• Collecting pictures of input devices, label and
keep in
the portfolio
• Facilitating group discussions on the functions
of input
devices
• Brainstorming on various output devices
• Showing examples of output devices
• Collecting pictures of output devices, labeling
and keep
in the portfolio
• Facilitating group discussions on the functions
of output
devices
• Brainstorming on the various storage devices
• Collecting pictures of storage devices,
labeling and
keeping in the portfolio
• Facilitating group discussions on the functions
of storage
devices
• Explaining the differences between primary and
secondary storage devices
• Categorizing the two storage devices
• Explaining the units used for data measurement
• Completing a conversion table for units of data
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Carry out in pair or group activities
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Note:
ë
components
of the computer system
ë a worksheet
ë a worksheet
ë a worksheet
Note:
ë
the
components of a system unit
ë a worksheet
Note:
ë
the
components of a a motherboard
ë a worksheet
Note:
ë
definition
of peripheral
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different types of peripheral
ë a worksheet
ë functions of each
peripheral
ë a worksheet
ë
examples of
input devices
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Function of
input devices
ë Portfolio
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examples of output
devices
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Function of
output devices
ë Portfolio
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examples of
storage devices
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Function of
storage devices
ë differences between primary and secondary
storage devices
ë the units used for data measurement
ë Portfolio
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3. Basic Maintenance
3.1 Handling Input and Output
Devices
3.2 Computer Settings
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3.1.1 Set up the input and output devices
correctly.
3.1.2 Inculcate values of responsibility in
handling hardware.
3.2.1 Customize settings for:
• Display, Mouse and Sound
3.2.2 Customize settings for:
• Date and time
• Regional and language options
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• Setup the input and output devices:
o Monitor
o Keyboard
o Mouse
o Speaker
• Demonstrating how to customize settings for
display,
mouse and sound
• Carry out hands-on activities
• Demonstrating how to customize settings for
date and
time, language and regional
options
• Carry out hands-on activities according to
instructions
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Hands-on:
Set up the input and output devices
customize settings for display,
mouse and sound
customize settings for date and time, language and regional options
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4. Technology
Development
4.1 Current Development of
Hardware Technology
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4.1.1 Gather information on the current or latest
development of
hardware technology.
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• Gathering information/carrying out research on
the
current or latest
development of hardware technology
• Produce a hardware portfolio (A compilation of
pupils’ work throughout the learning area on hardware)
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hardware portfolio
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COMPUTER SOFTWARE
Week
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Learning Area
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Learning Outcomes
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Suggested Learning
Activities
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Remark
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9
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1. Introduction to
Computer
Software
1.1 Definition
1.2 Usage
1.3 Types of Software
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1.1.1 State the definition of software.
1.2.1 State the usage of software.
1.3.1 List different types of software:
• Operating Systems
• Utility Programmes
• Application Software
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• Explaining the definition of software
• Facilitating pupils’ discussion on the use of
software
• Discussing types of software
• Showing examples for different types of
software
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Note:
ë the definition and usage of software
ë different types of software
ë a worksheet
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2. Operating System
(OS)
2.1 Introduction to Operating System
(OS)
2.2 OS Interface Environment
2.3 File Management
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2.1.1 Define the operating system.
2.1.2 State the functions of operating system.
2.2.1 State the characteristics of OS
environment based
Graphical User
Interface (GUI).
2.3.1 Manage folders and subfolders:
• Create folders
• Rename folders
• Move files
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• Discussing types and functions of operating
system
• Showing the difference between DOS and Windows
display
• Starting and shutting down the computer
• Exploring the Windows environment
• Creating folders and subfolders
• Renaming files and folders
• Moving files and folders
• Copying files and folders
• Deleting files and folders
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Note:
ë the definition and function of operating system
ë difference between DOS and Windows
Hands-on
Manage folders and subfolders
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3. Utility Software
3.1 OS Based Utility
3.2 Non-OS based Utility
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3.1.1 Run scan disk on the computer.
3.1.2 Defrag the hard disk.
3.2 Non-OS based Utility
3.2.2 Compress and decompress files.
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• Running scan disk and defragging the hard disk
• Scanning for viruses
• Updating virus definitions
(used an existing antivirus supplied to the school or downloaded
freeware antivirus)
• Compressing and decompressing files
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Hands-on
Running scan disk and defragging
Scanning for viruses
Updating virus definitions
Compressing and decompressing files
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12
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4. Application
Software
4.1 Introduction to Application
Software
4.2 Installing and Uninstalling
Application Software
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4.1.1 Identify types of application software:
• Word processing
• Spreadsheet
• Presentation
• Database
• Programming
4.2.1 Install a software.
4.2.2 Uninstall or remove a software.
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• Discussing types of application software
• Show examples of application software
• Demonstrating installation and removing an
application
software
• Installing a simple application software
• Uninstalling or removing an application
software
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Note
types of application software
Hands-on
installation and removing a software
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20
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5. Word Processing
Software
5.1 Introduction to Word Processing
Software
5.2 Starting Word Processing
Software
5.3 Creating Document
5.4 Editing Document
5.5 Mail Merge
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5.1.1 State the usage of word processing
5.2.1 Start a word processing software.
5.2.2 State the steps of starting a word
processing software.
5.2.3 State and identify features in a word
processing software
and demonstrate
understanding of user
interface.
5.2.4 State the main toolbars in word
processing software:
• Standard bar
• Formatting bar
• Drawing bar
5.2.5 List icons in the Standard, Formatting and
Drawing Toolbars.
5.2.6 State the functions of icons in the
Standard, Formatting
and Drawing
Toolbars
5.3.1 Create a new document by using word
processing software.
5.3.2 Set ‘Page Setup’.
5.3.3 Key in data into the new document.
5.3.4 Save the new document with a new file
name.
5.3.5 Exit file.
5.4.1 Identify file and its location.
5.4.2 Open the file.
5.4.3 Identify and use editing tools to edit
document.
5.4.4 Create a document with table and column.
5.4.5 Print document.
5.4.6 Create a document using Drawing Tools.
5.4.7 Show creativity by creating a document.
5.4.8 Work cooperatively in groups.
5.4.9 Abide by the rules and instructions.
5.5.1 State the usage of mail merge.
5.5.2 Create a mail merge document.
5.5.3 Print the document.
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• Show various types of word processing software
• Discussing the usage of word processing
• Showing documents which have been produced by
word
processing software, such as
letters, essays and
minutes of meetings
• Demonstrating how to start word processing
software
and explaining the user
interface
• Starting word processing software and exploring
the
user interface
• Discussing the toolbars in MS Word
• Labelling each icon on the handouts given
• Explaining the function of icons in Standard,
Formatting
and Drawing Toolbars
• Carrying out hands-on activities on following
skills:
o Setting Page Setup
o Keying in data
o Saving document
o Closing document
• Carrying out hands-on activities on following
skills:
o Opening existing document
o Cutting and pasting text
o Copying and pasting
o Changing font - size/ type/ style
o Aligning text
o Change case
o Typing correction - delete/ insert/ backspace
o Allocating line spacing
o Setting column
o Using Drop Cap
o Inserting header and footer
o Inserting page number
o Inserting graphics
o Indenting
o Printing document
o Inserting table
o Inserting bullet and numbering
o Using the tab key
o Assigning borders
o Inserting WordArt
o Inserting Clip Art
o Adding in colour
o Using AutoShapes
o Using Text Box
o Using 3-D Style
• Creating documents such as:
o School bulletin
o Newsletter
o Brochure
o Pamphlet
o Programme book
• Printing out the documents and keeping them in
their
portfolio
• Explaining the use of mail merge
• Using mail merge to create certificates,
letters or forms
• Printing out the mail merge document and
putting it in
their portfolio
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Refer to:
PPK “MS Word 2003
Self Access Learning Module ”
( 7 Modules )
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6. Spreadsheet
Software
6.1 Introduction to Spreadsheet
Software
6.2 Starting Spreadsheet Software
6.3 Creating Worksheet
6.4 Editing worksheet
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6.1.1 State the usage of spreadsheet.
6.2.1 Start spreadsheet software.
6.2.2 State the steps of starting a spreadsheet
software.
6.2.3 State and identify features in
spreadsheet
application and demonstrate
understanding of
user interface.
6.2.4 State the main toolbars in spreadsheet
software:
• Standard bar
• Formatting bar
• Formula bar
• Chart bar
6.2.4 List icons in Standard, Formatting,
Formula and Chart
Toolbars.
6.2.5 State the functions of icons in the
Standard, Formatting,
Formula and Chart
Toolbars.
6.3.1 Create a new worksheet by using
spreadsheet
software.
6.3.2 Set ‘Page Setup’.
6.3.3 Key in data into worksheet.
6.3.4 Save worksheet.
6.3.5 Print worksheet.
6.3.6 Close workbook and exit Spreadsheet
software.
6.3.7 Use formulae in worksheet:
• Sum
• Average
• Grading (Lookup, VLookup)
• Percentage
• Ranking
6.3.8 Insert a chart in worksheet.
6.4.1 Identify a file and its location.
6.4.2 Open the file.
6.4.3 Identify and use editing tools to edit
worksheet.
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• Showing various type of spreadsheet software
• Showing spreadsheet features
• Explaining the basic elements of a worksheet:
o Cell
o Column
o Row
• Demonstrating how to start a spreadsheet
software and
explaining the user
interface
• Starting spreadsheet software and exploring the
user
interface
• Discussing the toolbars in MS Excel
• Labeling each icon in the handouts given
• Explaining the functions of the icons in the
Standard,
Formatting, Formula and
Chart Toolbars
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Carrying out hands-on activities on following skills:
o
Creating a new worksheet
o
Setting page setup
o
Entering data
o
Saving worksheet
o
Closing workbook
o
Opening existing worksheet
o
Cutting and Pasting data
o
Adjusting rows and Columns
o
Inserting rows and columns
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Printing worksheet
ë Normal printing and Area printing
o Entering data
o Using formulae: sum, average, grading
(Lookup, VLookup),
percentage, ranking
o Using currency format
o Inserting table
o Creating charts
o Changing chart types and properties
o Deleting charts
o Previewing charts
o Printing charts
o Saving charts
o Opening existing file
o Creating multiple worksheets
o Moving or copying sheet
o Renaming/deleting worksheet
o Changing the font size/ type/ style
o Aligning text
o Formatting cell
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Refer to:
PPK “ MS Excel 2003
Self Access Learning Module”
( 5 Modules )
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33
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7. Presentation
Software
7.1 Concept of Multimedia
7.2 Steps in Multimedia
Development
7.3 Introduction to Presentation
Software
7.4 Starting Presentation Software
7.5 Creating Presentation
7.6 Editing Presentation
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7.1.1 State the concept of Multimedia.
7.2.1 State the steps in multimedia
development:
• Analysis
• Design (Storyboard)
• Implementation
• Testing
• Evaluation
• Publishing
7.3.1 State the usage of presentation software.
7.4.1 Start presentation software.
7.4.2 State the steps of starting presentation
software.
7.4.3 State and identify features in the
presentation
software and demonstrate
understanding of
user interface.
7.4.4 State the main toolbars in the presentation
software:
• Standard bar
• Formatting bar
• Drawing bar
• Task Pane bar
• Slide design
• Slide layout
7.4.5 List icons in the Standard, Formatting,
Drawing and Task Pane
toolbars.
7.4.6 State the function of icons in the
Standard, Formatting,
Drawing and Task
Pane toolbars.
7.5.1 Create a blank slide presentation using
slide layout:
• Enter text
• Insert picture
7.5.2 Save the presentation.
7.5.3 Close and exit the presentation.
7.5.4 Open existing presentation.
7.5.5 Run the slide show.
7.5.6 Print the presentation.
7.6.1 Create presentation using blank layout:
• Insert Text Box
• Insert WordArt
• Insert pictures
• Insert movie and sound
7.6.2 Modify text.
7.6.3 Apply colour background.
7.6.4 Insert new slides using effects below:
• Custom animation
• Slide transitions
7.6.5 Apply slides design.
7.6.6 Create hyperlink.
7.6.7 Create multimedia presentation including
text, pictures,
movie, sound, animation,
transition and
hyperlink.
7.6.8 Demonstrate cooperation and
accountability.
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• Explaining the concept of multimedia
• Explaining the steps in multimedia development
• Explaining the usage of presentation
software and
showing
samples of presentations
• Demonstrating how to start a presentation
software and
explaining the user
interface
• Starting presentation software and exploring
the user
interface
• Discussing the toolbars in MS PowerPoint
• Labeling each icon in the handouts given
• Explaining the functions of the icons in the
Standard,
Formatting, Drawing and
Task Pane toolbars
• Carrying out hands-on activities:
o Entering text
o Inserting picture
o Saving presentation
o Closing presentation
o Opening existing presentation
o Running slide show
o Printing presentation:
ë Slides
ë Handouts
• Carrying out hands-on activities:
o Creating slide presentation
o Inserting Text Box
o Inserting WordArt
o Inserting picture
o Inserting movie and sound
o Modifying text
o Applying colour background
o Inserting new slide
o Adding effect
o Applying slide design
o Using hyperlink:
ë Action button
ë Hyperlink text
• Producing and presenting a simple multimedia
presentation
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Refer to:
PPK “ MS PowerPoint
2003 Self access Learning Module”
( 8 Modules )
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NETWORKS AND THE INTERNET
Week
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Learning Area
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Learning Outcomes
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Suggested Learning Activities
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Remark
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2. The
Internet
2.1 Introduction to the Internet
2.2 Internet Requirements
2.3 Internet Applications
2.4 Netiquette
2.5 Internet Communications
2.6 Cyber Law
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2.1.1 Define the Internet.
2.1.2 Discuss advantages and disadvantages of
the Internet.
2.2.1 List requirements needed to access
the Internet.
2.3.1 Define the World Wide Web (WWW).
2.3.2 State available web browsers.
2.3.3 List commonly used search engines.
2.3.4 State the function of a search engine.
2.3.5 Search for information using a search
engine.
2.3.6 Download files from the Internet.
2.3.7 Exercising responsibility when
downloading information from the Internet.
2.3.8 Exercising accountability for information
searched.
2.4.1 Explain the meaning of Netiquette.
2.4.2 List out the Dos and Don’ts while
communicating online.
2.4.3 Adhere to netiquette in various forms of
online communications.
2.5.1 State various forms of communication
on the Internet.
2.5.2 List peripherals used for communications.
2.5.3 Communicate using e-mail.
2.5.4 Practice honesty in online
communications.
2.5.5 Observe safety precautions when
retrieving mail.
2.5.6 Communicate using Internet Relay
Chat (IRC).
2.5.7 Observe safety precautions when
communicating online.
2.6.1 Describe the need for cyber law.
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• Locating the meaning of Internet from books,
magazines
and
other appropriate sources
• Discussing advantages and disadvantages of the
Internet
• Showing and explaining basic requirements to
access
the
Internet:
o Modem (internal and
external)
o Access account
o Network Interface Card
(NIC)
o Wireless network
interface card
o Hub/ Switch
o Router
o Wireless access point
• Explaining the meaning of World Wide Web (WWW)
• Introducing web browsers:
o Internet Explorer
o Netscape Navigator
o Opera
o Safari
o Godzilla
• Listing examples of search engines:
o Yahoo, Google, AltaVista and Hot Bot
• Discussing the function of a search engine
• Demonstrating how to search for information
from the
Internet – use information and communication skill
• Using Google to search for relevant information
• Demonstrating to download files from the
Internet
• Downloading files from the Internet:
o Images,
Videos and Audio
• Demonstrating security while surfing the
Internet
• Demonstrating security tools setting found in
web
browser
• Knowledge all sources found true the Internet.
• Demonstrating security setting in surfing the
Internet
• Locating the meaning of netiquette from books,
magazines and other appropriate sources
• Netiquette relates to online communication, not
surfing
• List Dos and Don’ts while communicating
with
others online (surfing the Internet)
• Listing netiquette items:
o Use a
pleasant tone in writing
o Ensure
that messages are clear and concise
o Avoid
spamming
o Avoid
“Faming”
o Use
emoticons wisely
o Exercise
judgment before sending messages
• Introducing pupils to several forms of
Internet communications:
o E-mailing
o Chatting
o Conferencing (audio and
video)
o Net Meeting
o Newsgroup
o Forum
• Listing peripherals used for communications
o Web camera
o Microphone
o Earphone
• Demonstrating how to:
o Register an e-mail
account
o send messages
o attach files to messages
o receive/retrieve messages
o download attached files
o delete/save messages
• Introducing pupils to Internet Relay Chat:
o MIRC
o MS-Chat
o ICQ
o Messenger tool
• Chatting using Messenger:
o communicating
between two or more users
o observing
safety precautions
o observing
Netiquette
• Facilitating discussion on reasons for the need
of cyber
law
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Note:
ë definition of the internet
ë advantage and disavantage
ë a worksheet
Note:
ë definition of WWW
ë Examples
and function of web browser and search
engines l
ë a worksheet
Hands-on
to search for information from the Internet
Downloading files from the Internet
Demonstrating:
security tools setting found in web
browser
Note:
meaning of Netiquette
Listing netiquette items
Note:
various forms of communication
Listing peripherals used for communications
Hands-on
Communicate using e-mail
Note:
Introducing pupils to Internet Relay Chat
Demonstrating:
Note:
Sate cyber law in
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