Information Technology
​Examine the impact of current communications and information technologies on learning activities, social and work life. Include personal computers, digital, mobile and Internet technologies.
Read, date and sign Assessment Brief 1 in your Workbook.
A. INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
1. Complete the worksheet Introduction to Information Technology in your Workbook.
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2. If you are brand new to social media, click into and watch the videos below:
Introduction to Facebook
Introduction to Twitter
B. THINKING ABOUT YOUR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROJECT
1. Go through the questions in your Workbook.
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Write rough notes for Numbers a) to d) in your Workbook. (Write key words and phrases only, just enough so that you can actively take part in the discussion.)
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2. Look at the slides Information Technology below.
3. Scan the article Information Technology. Click below.
C. THE PROS & CONS OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
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1. Discuss the infographic below:
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D. DISCUSSING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Make notes while you have your group discussion about Information Technology. ​
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E. PLANNING YOUR RESEARCH PROJECT
1. Use the template in your Workbook or write your own plan. Include the plan with your Portfolio, including any changes you make.
2. Write a brief schedule for your research project. Use the table in your Workbook or include in your own planning.
2. What are the pros and cons of various forms of technology? Complete the table in your Workbook. Include examples such as social networking, texting, twitter, email etc.
3. To read a newspaper article about the possible effects of cyber-bullying, click below.
1. Discuss the infographic below:
​Submit a research project of 1000 -1200 words (word processed) examining the impact of current communications and information technologies.
Click into some online articles below: (But conduct your own research too!)
The Impact of Information Technology on Work and Society: http://www.benmeadowcroft.com/reports/impact/
Impacts of Information Technology on Society in the new Century: https://www.zurich.ibm.com/pdf/news/Konsbruck.pdf
Trends in Information Technology: https://www.sam-solutions.com/blog/top-five-information-technology-trends-to-watch-in-2019/
The Most Important Effects Of Information Technology On The Society: http://hitechplatform.blogspot.ie/2011/04/most-important-effects-of-information.html
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Use the checklist in your Workbook or download it below:
F. WRITING YOUR RESEARCH PROJECT
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You can read tips for referencing here. Check with your Tutor for your centre's regulations.
G. USING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
1. Answer the questions in your Workbook.
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2. Read the blog 12 Tips for safe social networking.
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3. Exchange information with another user using social media.
Examples you can use: Facebook, Twitter, Email, etc.
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4. Include evidence of using social media and include with your portfolio.
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5. Identify each type of social media in your Workbook.
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H. FORMS OF I.T. COMMUNICATION
Complete the exercise in your Workbook.
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Consider the changes that have taken place in communications, over the years!
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What will it be like in 100 years' time?
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I. I.T. VOCABULARY
1. Read the I.T. Vocabulary in your Workbook.
Use an online dictionary to look up any words you do not know.
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2. Comment on the picture in your Workbook.
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3. Read the blog The 20 Weirdest Words Added to the Dictionary Because of Technology.
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