ICT - Level B

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Level B	Additional advice from Guide for Teachers & Managers
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-B1.1	Using the technology - The computer interface
Use menus and further mouse controls, e.g. double click, drag.
UT-B1.2	Using the technology - The computer interface
Use suitable keyboard short cuts.
UT-B1.3	Using the technology - Hardware and responsible use
Insert and start up a CD-ROM.
UT-B1.4	Using the technology - Hardware and responsible use
Start and close an application.
UT-B1.5	Using the technology - Hardware and responsible use
Create a new document in an application.
UT-B1.6	Using the technology - Networks and communications
Understand that computers can be interconnected.
UT-B1.7	Using the technology - Networks and communications
Use a username and password to log on.
UT-B1.8	Using the technology - Computer peripherals
Use a keyboard confidently, including shift, caps lock, delete and return.
UT-B1.9	Using the technology - Computer peripherals
Print using a menu.
UT-B1.8	Using the technology - Computer peripherals
Load printer with paper.
UT-B1.11	Using the technology - Storing work and file management
Save and retrieve work independently in a named folder.
UT-B1.12	Using the technology - Storing work and file management
Change filenames.

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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-B2.1	Creating & presenting - Text handling
Create a piece of text, e.g. a menu, invitation or story.		Using appropriate software, extend word-processing skills by using additional text-handling features, e.g.: insert/delete text using a) mouse to position cursor, b) arrow keys to position cursor insert/delete text from menu using copy, cut and paste edit text using font, style, size and colour print-out work. Where appropriate, children may enter/edit text through a speech- recognition package.
CP-B2.2	Creating & presenting- Graphic manipulation
Create a picture/document.		Using appropriate simple art/drawing/graphic software, continue graphics manipulation skills by confidently using features and showing ability to change attributes, e.g.: alter line width fill shapes using colour and patterns reposition graphics.
CP-B2.3	Creating & presenting - Multimedia manipulation
Create a multimedia page using appropriate software.		This should incorporate, e.g.: text graphics sound animation video.

Developing ICT capability
Collecting & analysing

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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-B3.1	Collecting & analysing - Concepts
Demonstrate understanding of the need for accuracy in data entry.
CA-B3.2	Collecting & analysing- Database skills
Enter data into a pre-defined database using, e.g., the keyboard, pick lists. Browse records. Produce a simple report (with support) and interpret the output.
CA-B3.3	Collecting & analysing - Spreadsheet skills
Use simple spreadsheets and show an understanding of the information displayed.
CA-B3.4	Collecting & analysing - Problem solving
Tackle simple problem-solving activities using suitable software.

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.
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SR-B4.1	Searching & researching - Where to search
Understand that many paper-based sources are now available electronically.
SR-B4.2	Searching & researching - Where to search
Recognise particular CD-ROMs or software packages as resources for acquiring information.
SR-B4.3	Searching & researching- How to search
Access information on a specific CD-ROM with support.
SR-B4.4	Searching & researching- How to search
Use in-built website e-mail to make contact and ask for information.
SR-B4.5	Searching & researching- How to search
Use bookmarks set by the teacher to access websites and use simple keyword searches in these.
SR-B4.6	Searching & researching - How to extract the information
Discuss in more detail how relevant information is extracted.
SR-B4.7	Searching & researching - How to evaluate the results
Check information from one source to another, e.g. reference book and CD-ROM.

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-B5.1	Communicating & collaborating - Phone
Answer the telephone, identifying the location, as part of a shared series of activities, such as a project on the emergency services.
CC-B5.2	Communicating & collaborating - Phone
End a telephone call using accepted protocols.
CC-B5.3	Communicating & collaborating - Phone
Dial a number taken from a phone list or directory to:		provide information acquire information.
CC-B5.4	Communicating & collaborating - Phone
Redial a number.
CC-B5.5	Communicating & collaborating- Fax
Carry out procedures to receive a fax (single and multiple pages).
UT-B5.6	Communicating & collaborating- Fax
Receive drawings, diagrams and written information as part of a series of shared activities.
UT-B5.7	Communicating & collaborating- E-mail
Type an appropriate response as a reply to a received message.
UT-B5.8	Communicating & collaborating - E-mail
Create and address a message, using an address book. Insert a message title and include information on the new message.
UT-B5.9	Communicating & collaborating - Videoconferencing
Under supervision, operate videoconferencing equipment in order to call another site under supervision.
UT-B5.10	Communicating & collaborating - Videoconferencing
Close a videoconferencing call, adhering to established protocols.
UT-B5.11	Communicating & collaborating - Videoconferencing
Participate in a conversation with someone, or as part of a group using the hands-free facility, to: ask questions provide answers participate in a short quiz.

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-B6.1	Controlling & modelling - Position, movement and direction
Move their body from a standing position in different directions.		e.g. forward two paces, turn to the left, lift up object, etc.
CM-B6.2	Controlling & modelling - Control/simulation software and operations
Use the mouse button and pointer to reposition (drag and drop) graphics to specific locations onscreen.
CM-B6.3	Controlling & modelling - Control/simulation software and operations
With assistance, use suitable application software (e.g. LOGO) to control the movement of a real or virtual object (e.g. a turtle) at a basic level.
CM-B6.4	Controlling & modelling - Control hardware
Use with assistance, e.g. a static (fixed base) robot arm, controlling it using immediate single-step instructions.
CM-B6.5	Controlling & modelling- Knowledge of terms and uses
Name main parts of devices used, and describe what the devices can do and simulate.

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-B7.1	Developing informed attitudes - Know where and how ICT is used
Know and give some examples of how/in what ways computers/ICT are used in:		games typing counting money adding up bills recording information on books.
DIA-B7.2	Developing informed attitudes - Know why ICT is used
Know and give some examples of why computers/ICT are used:		in leisure/relaxation in quality letters/documents for accuracy for speed to make information easy to find.