1. Interact with ICT for a given purpose.

a) Recognise and use interface features.

2. Follow recommended safe practices.

a)        Minimise the physical stress of seating, lighting and hazards;

b)        Keep access information secure by using password.

3. Find given information from an ICT-based source.

a) Use text message, voicemail and on-screen information.

4. Enter and edit single items of information.

a)        Identify and correct simple errors;

b)        Label an image.

5. Use ICT-based communication.

a) Receive and open electronic messages.

1. Interact with ICT for a purpose.

a)        Use computer hardware;

b)        Use software applications for a purpose;

c)         Recognise and use interface features.

2. Follow recommended safe practices.

a)        Minimise physical stress;

b)        Keep access information secure by using password;

c)         Understand the need to stay safe.

3.                  Use ICT-based sources of information.

4.                  Find specified information from ICT-based sources.

a) Use simple search facilities.

5. Enter and edit information for a simple given purpose.

a) Use simple editing and formatting techniques.

6. Bring together two given types of information.

a)        Print and view on screen;

b)        Identify and correct simple errors.

a) Read, send and receive

1. Interact with and use an ICT system to meet given needs.

a)        Use correct procedures to start and shut down an ICT system;

b)        Use input and output devices;

c)         Use software applications to meet needs and solve given problems;

d)        Recognise and use interface features;

e)        Change simple software settings.

2. Store information.

a)        Open and save files;

b)        Know how to insert and remove media.

3. Follow safety and security practices.

a)        Use and change passwords;

b)        Minimise physical stress.

4. Use simple searches to find information.

a)        Search stored information;

b)        Search web-based sources of information.

5. Select relevant information that matches requirements of given task.

6. Enter and develop different types of information to meet given needs.

a) Enter, edit and format information, including text, graphics, numbers or other digital content, to achieve the required outcome;

a)        For print and for viewing on screen;

b)        Check for accuracy and meaning;

c)         Check suitability of information.

7. Bring together different types of information for a given purpose.

a) Read, send and receive electronic messages;

1. Identify the ICT requirements of a straightforward task.

a) Use ICT to plan and organise work.

2. Interact with and use ICT systems to meet requirements of a straightforward task in a familiar context.

a)        Select and use software applications to meet needs and solve straightforward problems;

b)        Select and use interface features effectively to meet needs;

c)         Adjust system settings as appropriate to individual needs.

3. Manage information storage.

a) Work with files, folders and other media to access, organise, store, label and retrieve information.

4. Follow and demonstrate understanding of the need for safety and security practices.

a)        Demonstrate how to create, use and maintain secure passwords;

b)        Demonstrate how to minimise the risk of computer viruses.

5. Use search techniques to locate and select relevant information.

a) Use of search engines to (answer) queries.

10–20%

6. Select information from a variety of ICT sources for a straightforward task.

a) Recognise and take account of currency, relevance, bias and copyright when selecting and using information.

7. Enter, develop and refine information using appropriate software to meet the requirements of straightforward tasks.

a) Apply editing, formatting and layout techniques to meet needs, including text, tables, graphics, records, numbers, charts, graphs or other digital content.

8. Use appropriate software to meet requirements of straightforward data-handling tasks.

a) Process numerical data;

b) Display numerical data in a graphical format;

c) Use field names and data types to organise information;

d) Enter, search, sort and edit records.

9. Use communications software to meet requirements of a straightforward task.

a) Read, send and receive electronic messages with attachments;

b) Demonstrate understanding of the need to stay safe and to respect others when using ICT-based communication.

10. Combine information within a publication for a familiar audience and purpose.

a) Print and view on screen;

b) Check for accuracy and meaning.

11. Evaluate own use of ICT tools.

a) At each stage of a task and at the task’s completion.

1. Plan solutions to complex tasks by analysing the necessary stages.

a) Use ICT to plan and analyse complex or multi-step tasks and activities and to make decisions about suitable approaches.

20–30%

2. Select, interact with and use ICT systems safely and securely for a complex task in non-routine and unfamiliar contexts.

a)        Select and use software applications to meet needs and solve complex problems;

b)        Select and use a range of interface features and system facilities effectively to meet needs;

c)         Select and adjust system settings as appropriate to individual needs;

d)        Respond to ICT problems and take appropriate action;

e)        Understand the danger of computer viruses and how to minimise risk.

3. Manage information storage to enable efficient retrieval.

a)  Manage files, folders and other media storage to enable efficient information retrieval.

4. Use appropriate search techniques to locate and select relevant information.

a) Search engines, queries and AND/ NOT/OR, >,<,>=,<=, contains, begins with, use of wild cards.

5. Select information from a variety of sources to meet requirements of a complex task.

a)        Recognise and take account of copyright and other constraints on the use of information;

b)        Evaluate fitness for purpose of information.

6. Enter, develop and refine information using appropriate software to meet requirements of a complex task.

a) Apply a range of editing, formatting and layout techniques to meet needs, including text, tables, graphics, records, numerical data, charts, graphs or other digital content.

50–70%

7. Use appropriate software to meet the requirements of a complex data-handling task.

a)        Process and analyse numerical data;

b)        Display numerical data in appropriate graphical format;

c)         Use appropriate field names and data types to organise information;

d)        Analyse and draw conclusions from a data set by searching, sorting and editing records.

8. Use communications software to meet requirements of a

a)        Organise electronic messages, attachments and contacts;

b)        Use collaborative tools

c) Understand the need to stay safe and to respect others when using ICT-based communication.

9. Combine and present information in ways that are fit for purpose and audience.

a)        Organise and integrate information of different types to achieve a purpose, using accepted layouts and conventions as appropriate;

b)        Work accurately and check accuracy, using software facilities where appropriate.

10. Evaluate the selection, use and effectiveness of ICT tools and facilities used to present information.

a)   At each stage of a task and at the task’s completion

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