Computer Department
John Cabot Catholic Secondary School
Course Code:
Course Name:
Level:
TGJ 2O1-01
Communications Technology
Grade 10, Open
Instructor:
Period:
Room Number:
Mr. Geoffrey Nnolim
3BC
304
Course Overview:
This course introduces students to communications technology from a media perspective.
Students will work in the areas of TV/video and movie production, radio and audio production,
print and graphic communications, photography, and interactive new media and
animation. Student projects may include computer-based activities such as creating
videos, editing photos, working with audio, cartooning, developing animations, and
designing web pages. Students will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal
issues related to communications technology, and will explore secondary and postsecondary
education and training pathways and career opportunities in the various
communications technology fields.
Specific Strands of Study and Expectations include:
COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY FUNDAMENTALS.
By the end of this course, students will:
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demonstrate an understanding of the core concepts, techniques, and skills required to produce a
range of communications media products or services;
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demonstrate an understanding of technical terminology, basic scientific concepts, and mathematical
concepts used in communications technology and apply them to the creation of media products;
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demonstrate an understanding of and apply the interpersonal and communication skills necessary
to work effectively in a team setting.
COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY SKILLS
By the end of this course, students will:
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apply project management techniques to the planning and development of communications media products;
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apply a design process or other problem-solving processes to meet a range of challenges in communications technology;
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create products or productions that demonstrate competence in the application of creative and technical skills .
TECHNOLOGY,THE ENVIRONMENT, AND SOCIETY
By the end of this course, students will:
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describe the impact of communications media technologies and activities on the environment and identify ways of
reducing their harmful effects;
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demonstrate an understanding of social effects and issues arising from the use of communications media technologies
and the importance of representing cultural and social diversity in media productions.
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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demonstrate an understanding of and apply safe work practices in communications technology activities;
identify career opportunities in communications technology and demonstrate an understanding of the skills, work habits,
education, and training required for entry into postsecondary programs or employment in these fields
Efforts will be made to meet the individual learning needs of students in order to
ensure these expectations are being met.
Resources:
Course Breakdown
This course will use a variety of resources including the
internet & other print sources. Students will also be
assigned various items (digital cameras, video cameras,
computers) throughout the year for which they must
take full responsibility. The replacement cost for
these various items varies but is often quite expensive.
Unit 1
Graphic Design and Production
(desktop publishing, design, layout, production)
Unit 2
Short Audio-Video Production
(audio-visual pre and post production)
Unit 3
Short Animations
(creating computer animations)
Evaluation Structure::
Unit 4
Information Displays and Environments
(web pages, graphical design)
Unit 5
Image Production and Processes
(digital photography, capture & manipulate images)
Knowledge/Understanding
Thinking/Inquiry
Communication
Application
Unit 6
Career Exploration in Communications Technology
(explore different careers in Communications Tech)
20%
30%
20%
30%
The above is reflected both in the term work
(worth 70% of the final mark) and the summative
work (worth 30% of the final mark). Summative
work consists of a Portfolio (10%) and a Final
Written Exam (20%)
Evaluation Policy
Students will be assessed & evaluated according to the work produced & skills displayed. Methods of providing
feedback will include assessing work in process & evaluating completed assignments, tests, co-operative learning
activities, simulations and presentations. Peer & self-evaluations will also be utilized.
Student marks will be determined by evaluating process & product according to 4 categories & 4 levels. Please see the
chart below for specific skills and key words used to determine student competency in the different categories.
Level
Category
Knowledge/Understanding
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Knowledge of facts & terms
Understanding of concepts & relationships
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Thinking/Inquiry
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Critical thinking skills
Creative thinking skills
Inquiry Skills
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Communication
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Communication of ideas and information
Use of symbols & visuals
Oral & written communication
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Level 1:
50-59%
Level 2:
60-69%
Level 3:
70-79%
Level 4:
80-100%
-Limited
display of
knowledge,
skills and
ability to
apply
concepts
-Some
success in
displaying
knowledge,
skills and
application
of concepts
-Considerable
display of
knowledge
skills and
ability to apply
concepts
-Thorough
understanding
of concepts and
ability to
communicate,
think creatively
and apply
concepts
Application
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Applications in familiar contexts
Transfer of concepts to new contexts
Making logical conclusions and predictions
Use of technology
Making connections
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Feedback will also be provided for student learning skills. Skills like working independently, team work, organization,
work habits and homework, and initiative are assessed independently student achievement and will be conducted
through the use of a rubric indicating specific criteria to be achieved to receive each of the following letter grades:
E –Excellent
G – Good
S – Satisfactory
N - Needs Improvement
Other Evaluation Issues
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No assignments will be accepted after the teacher returns the marked assignments.
Repeated lateness in submissions indicates poor organization skills and will result in parental contact and will be reflected in
the learning skills section of the report
Only the work completed on assignments will be evaluated according to rubric or evaluation structure provided.
Tests missed with a legitimate reason will be written within a few days of the student returning from the absence. Student
eligibility to write the test will be at the discretion of the teacher.
Plagiarism in any form reflects academic dishonesty and will result in a mark of zero for the assignment in question