Introduction to Computers and the Internet: Preparing for IC 3
eCourse Pacing Guide
To assist you in planning class time, the following chart provides recommended time allotments
for each lesson in Introduction to Computers and Information Technology: Preparing for IC3
eCourse.
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The course provides a full year of content. There are three parts, which align with the
three IC3 exams. Each part is organized into units, each unit is organized into chapters,
and each chapter is organized into lesson.
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Each lesson includes the text, an As You Read Graphic Organizer students can use to
take notes as they read, and a Demonstrate Your Knowledge worksheet to review lesson
content. Embedded in the eText are links to multimedia content that supports the lesson
text, including animations, simulations, and videos.
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Each chapter includes an End-of-Chapter Review and Assessment worksheet, Vocabulary
Review and Problem-Solving worksheets, and an automatically graded concept test for
assessment.
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There are also hands-on step-by-step activities for the key applications in Part 2, as well
as for operating systems, e-mail, and the Web.
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There is also bonus material, including automatically graded application projects, a
Jeopardy game, and crossword puzzles and word search activities for each unit.
Following this pacing guide, if you start at the beginning and work through every lesson using
the recommended amount of time, you will spend 150 hours on the course. If you do not have
150 hours available in which to complete the course, you may choose to allot less time to each
lesson, or you may choose to adapt the material that you cover to fit your time frame.
The recommended allotments are just that—recommended. Each class will progress at its own
pace. If you find your class moving quickly, you may choose to incorporate more of the
multimedia, sidebar, and special feature content into your class time. If you find your class
moving more slowly, you may choose to skip some of the activities or worksheets.
The recommended time for each lesson is based on either a 45 or 90 minute class. If your class
length is different, you may need to adjust the amount of time spent on a particular section. For
example, you may need to spend less time viewing the multimedia or assign the worksheets or
activities as homework. If you have more time available, you may choose to spend more time
exploring the sidebar and special feature material, or allot more class time for students to
complete activities or worksheets.
Intro to Computers and Information Technology Pacing Guide
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Recommended
Pacing
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PART 1
UNIT 1
Chapter 1
Lesson 1-1
Lesson 1-2
Lesson 1-3
Chapter 2
Lesson 2-1
Lesson 2-2
Lesson 2-3
UNIT 2
Chapter 3
Lesson 3-1
Lesson 3-2
Chapter 4
Lesson 4-1
Lesson 4-2
UNIT 3
Chapter 5
Lesson 5-1
Lesson 5-2
Lesson 5-3
Chapter 6
Lesson 6-1
Lesson 6-2
Lesson 6-3
UNIT 4
Chapter 7
Lesson 7-1
Lesson 7-2
Chapter 8
Lesson 8-1
Lesson 8-2
COMPUTING FUNDAMENTALS
EXPLORING COMPUTERS
Computer Basics
What is a Computer?
What is Computer Hardware?
What is Computer Software?
Understanding Computers
Exploring Computer Systems
Making Computers Work
Group and Individual Computing
EXPLORING INPUT AND OUTPUT
Input/Output Basics
Basic Input Devices
Basic Output Devices
Understanding Specialized Input/Output
Specialized Input Devices
Specialized Output Devices
ANALYZING STORAGE
Storage Basics
Understanding Computer Storage
Classifying Storage Devices
Common Storage Devices
Understanding How Data Storage Works
Understanding Hard Drives and Flash Drives
Optical Storage Devices
Storage Trends
EXPLORING SYSTEMS SOFTWARE
System Software Basics
Introducing the Operating System
Operating Systems and Utilities
Understanding System Software
Exploring the Operating System
Exploring System Utilities
Operating System Activities
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PART 2
UNIT 1
Chapter 9
Lesson 9-1
Lesson 9-2
Lesson 9-3
Chapter 10
Lesson 10-1
Lesson 10-2
Lesson 10-3
UNIT 2
Chapter 11
Lesson 11-1
Lesson 11-2
Lesson 11-3
Lesson 11-4
Chapter 12
Lesson 12-1
Lesson 12-2
Lesson 12-3
Lesson 12-4
UNIT 3
Chapter 13
Lesson 13-1
Lesson 13-2
Lesson 13-3
Lesson 13-4
Chapter 14
Lesson 14-1
Lesson 14-2
Lesson 14-3
Lesson 14-4
UNIT 4
Chapter 15
Lesson 15-1
Lesson 15-2
Lesson 15-3
APPLICATIONS
ANALYZING APPLICATIONS
Applications Basics
Selecting Application Software
Obtaining Application Software
Getting Started with an Application
Understanding Applications
Examining Types of Application Software
Application Documentation and Versions
Using Application Software
WORD PROCESSING
Word-Processing Basics
Creating a Document
Editing a Document
Formatting a Document
Basics of Desktop Publishing
Understanding Word Processing
Viewing a Document
Enhancing a Document
Formatting and Printing
Making and Tracking Edits
Word Processing Activities
SPREADSHEETS
Spreadsheet Basics
Exploring Spreadsheets
Entering and Editing Data
Using Formulas
Sharing Data Among Programs
Understanding Spreadsheets
Formatting and Managing Worksheets
Creating Effective Spreadsheets
Automatic Spreadsheet Features
Using Functions in a Worksheet
Spreadsheet Activities
DATABASES
Database Basics
The Essentials of a Database
Types of Databaase Programs
Database Techniques
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Chapter 16
Lesson 16-1
Lesson 16-2
Lesson 16-3
UNIT 5
Chapter 17
Lesson 17-1
Lesson 17-2
Lesson 17-3
Chapter 18
Lesson 18-1
Lesson 18-2
Lesson 18-3
UNIT 6
Chapter 19
Lesson 19-1
Lesson 19-2
Lesson 19-3
Chapter 20
Lesson 20-1
Lesson 20-2
Lesson 20-3
UNIT 7
Chapter 21
Lesson 21-1
Lesson 21-2
Lesson 21-3
Chapter 22
Lesson 22-1
Lesson 22-2
Lesson 22-3
PART 3
UNIT 1
Chapter 23
Lesson 23-1
Lesson 23-2
Lesson 23-3
Understanding Databases
Creating an Effective Database
Maintaining Efficient Databases
Using Queries and Filters
Database Activities
GRAPHICS
Graphics Basics
Graphics and Their Uses
Exploring Graphics Programs
Working with Graphics
Understanding Graphics
Preparing Computer Graphics
Exploring Image Editing
Draw and Animation Features
Graphics Activities
PRESENTATION PROGRAMS
Presentation Basics
Exploring Presentation Software
Creating Presentations
Previewing Presentations
Enhancing Presentations
Presentation Options
Developing Presentations
Enhancing and Finalizing Presentations
Presentation Activities
MULTIMEDIA
Multimedia Basics
Introducing Multimedia
Multimedia File Formats
Introducing Virtual Reality
Understanding Multimedia
Exploring Multimedia
Developing Online Multimedia
Exploring Virtual Reality
Multimedia Activities
COMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORKS
COMMUNICATINOS
Communications Basics
The Telephone System
Using Telephone Communications
Exploring High-Speed Telecommunications
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Chapter 24
Lesson 24-1
Lesson 24-2
UNIT 2
Chapter 25
Lesson 25-1
Lesson 25-2
Lesson 25-3
Chapter 26
Lesson 26-1
Lesson 26-2
Lesson 26-3
UNIT 3
Chapter 27
Lesson 27-1
Lesson 27-2
Lesson 27-3
Chapter 28
Lesson 28-1
Lesson 28-2
Lesson 28-3
UNIT 4
Chapter 29
Lesson 29-1
Lesson 29-2
Lesson 29-3
Chapter 30
Lesson 30-1
Lesson 30-2
Lesson 30-3
Lesson 30-4
UNIT 5
Chapter 31
Lesson 31-1
Lesson 31-2
Lesson 31-3
Chapter 32
Lesson 32-1
Lesson 32-2
Understanding Communications
Using Cell Phone Technology
Choosing Digital Options
NETWORKS
Networking Basics
Introducing Computer Networks
Local Area Networks
Wide Arean Networks
Using Networks
Connecting Computers
Creating Local Area Networks
Connecting Remote Networks
THE INTERNET
Internet Basics
What is the Internet?
Connecting to the Internet
Comparing Internet Services
Understanding the Internet
Internet Structure
Access Data on the Internet
Internet Communications
THE WORLD WIDE WEB
World Wide Web Basics
Understanding the Web
Web Browsing
Introducing E-commerce
Using the Web
Understanding Hypertext
Designing for the Web
Working on the Web
Conducting Business Online
Web Activities
E-MAIL AND OTHER MESSAGING SYSTEMS
Personal Communications Basics
Using E-mail
Avoiding E-mail Problems
Other Electronic Communications
Understanding Personal Communications
The Science of E-mail Systems
E-mail Benefits and Hazards
E-mail Activities
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UNIT 6
Chapter 33
Lesson 33-1
Lesson 33-2
Lesson 33-3
Chapter 34
Lesson 34-1
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Lesson 34-3
ONLINE SAFETY
Issues for Computer Users
Privacy Online
All About Cybercrime
Avoiding Cybercrime
Using Computers Responsibly
Computer Ethics
Protecting Your Data
Troubleshooting Your Computer
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