Information Technology in a Global Society
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Course Description
Semester 1
Individuals & Machines
differences between man and machine, strengths & weaknesses of each, ethical considerations, computer hardware & ergonomics, digital vs. analog data, user interface
Information Systems
define information vs. data, identify components of information systems, similarities & differences among information systems, information storage and retrieval, responsible use, information economies (vs. production economies), introduction to networked information systems
Information Technologies: Tools & Impacts
types of tools, how to select the right tool for the job, tutorials & training, operating systems & utilities, word processing & desk top publishing, spreadsheets, multimedia & presentation software
Problem Solving Using Information Technology
Semester 2
Individuals & Machines
AI, robotics, expert systems, virtual reality & games
Converging Information Technologies
broadcast & non-broadcast media, visual & performing arts, personal communications
Networks and the Internet
network topologies, standards, hardware/ software requirements, vocabulary, ethical issues of the internet
Information Technologies: Tools & Impacts
sound processing, modeling/simulation software, databases, graphics & computer-aided drawing, hypertext
Major Requirements—these will be graded initially, and will contribute to the portfolio/project eventually sent to IB.
Other Graded Items
Grading Philosophy
Grades are calculated on the total point system, so a student can calculate his/her own grade for the course at any time.
I will try to give reminders as key due dates approach, but ultimate responsibility for turning work in on time lies with the student. I will accept late work, with penalty.
**all of the above is subject to change as the year progresses!