IGCSE Computer Studies (0420)
The students write 2 papers.
Paper 1: (75% of final mark)
Paper 3: (25% of final mark)
Paper 1
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Use booklets 1 & 3 - 5 as good revision.
The textbook will backup these sections.
Practice algorithms using Python to get a working programme and then convert to
pseudocode.
Practice logic gates using the digital works app – then take through to a truth table (remember
to number the output of each gate in order to simplify correctly drawing the truth table).
Practice exam questions on Spreadsheets and Databases.
Paper 3
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Use booklet 2 as good revision.
Use the Paper 3 powerpoint presentation as a revision tool.
The textbook Chapter 6 will backup these sections.
Useful websites:
http://www.theteacher99.btinternet.co.uk/theteacher/gcse/gcse2010/gcse_index.htm
http://teach-ict.com/gcse_computing/ocr/GCSE_A451_topics.html