ICT - Level E

Developing ICT capability
Creating & presenting

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This strand involves the development of the ICT knowledge and skills that pupils will need to create and effectively present their own ideas and other material.
CP-E2.1	Creating & presenting - Text handling
Create a document incorporating textual, graphical and statistical information.
CP-E2.2	Creating & presenting - Text handling
Using appropriate software, extend word-processing skills by using a range of advanced text- handling features, e.g.:		insert date, time, page, etc. bullet points numbering header/footer tables page set up borders.
CP-E2.3	Creating & presenting- Graphic manipulation
Create a document using a wide range of graphical material, e.g.:		scanned images digital photographs clipart.
CP-E2.4	Creating & presenting - Multimedia manipulation
Create a presentation or web pages using appropriate software. Working independently, incorporate, e.g.:		Incorporate, e.g.: text graphics sound video from various sources, e.g.: clip-art packages CD-ROMs the internet digital/scanned images.

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This strand deals with the use of ICT tools to collect and analyse structured information, such as databases and spreadsheets, and to solve problems.
CA-E3.1	Collecting & analysing - Concepts
Show understanding of the need to analyse problems, plan and implement solutions and evaluate their effectiveness.
CA-E3.2	Collecting & analysing - Spreadsheet skills
Set up a simple spreadsheet (labels, data, formulae).
CA-E3.3	Collecting & analysing - Spreadsheet skills
Create suitable charts from the spreadsheet data.
CA-E3.4	Collecting & analysing - Problem solving
Solve more complex problems by creating databases, using them appropriately and evaluating the solutions.
CA-E3.5	Collecting & analysing - Problem solving
Model straightforward scenarios using spreadsheets, represent the data graphically, carry out what ifs and evaluate the models.

Developing ICT capability
Searching & researching

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This strand addresses the development of skills and concepts in using ICT to search for information and to research topics. It involves the effective use of resources such as CD-ROMs and the internet.
SR-E4.1	Searching & researching - Where to search
Use timetables on the internet rail, bus, air travel.
SR-E4.2	Searching & researching- How to search
Refine searches by adding additional search strings and by using logical operators.
SR-E4.3	Searching & researching - How to extract the information
Online exercises, e.g. held on intranet, to gather information and produce reports, e.g. work on volcanoes in science.
SR-E4.4	Searching & researching - How to extract the information
Downloading files; understanding of file types and sizes.
SR-E4.5	Searching & researching - How to evaluate the results
Make critical evaluation of information obtained.

Developing ICT capability
Communicating & collaborating

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This strand addresses the development of skills and concepts in using ICT to search for information and to research topics. It involves the effective use of resources such as CD-ROMs and the internet.
CC-E5.1	Communicating & collaborating - Phone
On encountering an answering device leave simple but accurate information on:		your name and telephone number reasons for your call your future availability.
CC-E5.2	Communicating & collaborating- Fax
Create a fax cover sheet with appropriate information.
CC-E5.3	Communicating & collaborating- E-mail
Attach a previously prepared file to an e-mail message.
CC-E5.4	Communicating & collaborating - E-mail
Download a previously prepared file sent as part of an e-mail message.
CC-E5.5	Communicating & collaborating - E-mail
Download a previously prepared file sent as part of an e-mail message.
CC-E5.6	Communicating & collaborating - E-mail
Follow the procedures for closing a shared, on-screen activity.
CC-E5.7	Communicating & collaborating - Videoconferencing
Follow the procedures for saving the results of a shared, on-screen activity, offline, to disc.
CC-E5.8	Communicating & collaborating - Videoconferencing
Send and receive a file during a videoconferencing call.

Developing ICT capability
Controlling & modelling

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This strand involves the development of knowledge and skills in using computers to instruct and control devices as well as to take measurements of, and model, the environment. National Museums of Scotland - Robots
CM-E6.1	Controlling & modelling - Position, movement and direction
Understand and use examples in different contexts, e.g. mathematics, science, technology.
CM-E6.2	Controlling & modelling - Control/simulation software and operations
Know and understand the term simulation.
CM-E6.3	Controlling & modelling - Control/simulation software and operations
Have an appreciation of the positive value that simulation software brings to people in terms of safety, cost, training, etc.
CM-E6.4	Controlling & modelling - Control hardware
Investigate and report on specialist control devices, e.g. hardware that assists a person with a disability.
CM-E6.5	Controlling & modelling- Knowledge of terms and uses
Have appreciation of the positive value that control devices bring to people/society,		e.g. those that: lift heavy objects have the ability to work remotely in hazardous environments are re-programmable operate with great accuracy.
CM-E6.6	Controlling & modelling- Control and design processes
Witness (e.g. using video) robots in action in the production of a manufactured product.
CM-E6.7	Controlling & modelling- Input and output sensor/devices
Know and understand the term output device.
CM-E6.8	Controlling & modelling- Input and output sensor/devices
Give examples of output devices in use, e.g. motor, buzzer, flashing light bulb.

Developing ICT capability
Developing informed attitudes

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In this strand pupils progressively develop informed attitudes about the applications and implications of ICT in society.
DIA-E7.1	Developing informed attitudes - Know why ICT is used
Have appreciation of why the following legislation has been introduced as a result of increased use of computers/ICT.		Computer Misuse Act Data Protection Act.
DIA-E7.2	Developing informed attitudes - Implications of ICT
Have appreciation of the responsibilities that society has in using computers/ICT/internet, focusing on issues such as:		racism terrorism threats to young people.
Use of display screen equipment by children Health & Safety guidance for schools:

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City of Edinburgh Transition ICT Core Skills Summary
This strand is concerned with the building of knowledge and understanding of the technology and the development of skills and confidence in using the technology effectively and responsibly.
UT-E1.1	Using the technology - The computer interface
Use help facilities without support.
UT-E1.2	Using the technology - Hardware and responsible use
Interpret simple computer specifications, such as speed and memory.
UT-E1.3	Using the technology - Networks and communications
Understand the costs of accessing network services.
UT-E1.4	Using the technology - Networks and communications
Understand where and why controls and restrictions are placed on network services.
UT-E1.5	Using the technology - Computer peripherals
Use other peripherals as appropriate.
UT-E1.6	Using the technology - Storing work and file management
Copy/duplicate discs.