BUSINESS STUDIES DEPARTMENT
Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School
Course Code: BTA 3O1
Course Name: Information and Communication Technology
Level:
Grade 11, Open
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Course Description:
This course prepares students for the digital environment. Using a hands-on approach, students
will further develop information and communication technology skills through the use of
common business software applications. The concept and operation of e-business will be
explored, and students will design and create an e-business website. The skills developed in
this course will prepare students for success in the workplace and/or postsecondary studies.
Specific Strands of Study and Expectations include:
Digital Literacy:
Students will:
describe the computer workstation environment, using proper terminology
apply appropriate strategies when organizing and managing electronic files and
folders demonstrate effective use of tools and techniques of electronic research.
Catholic Graduate Expectation: Applies effective communication, problem-solving, time & resource mgmt. skills.
Productivity Software:
Students will:
demonstrate the use of advanced features of word processing software to produce common
business documents;
demonstrate the ability to use advanced features of spreadsheet software to perform a variety of
tasks manage information, using database software
demonstrate the ability to use the features of a variety of design software applications to perform specific tasks
Catholic Graduate Expectation: Uses the Catholic faith tradition in the analysis of technology to enhance life
Business Communications
Students will:
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communicate using accepted business standards and formats;
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demonstrate effective use of electronic communication tools;
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create a digital portfolio illustrating their information and communication technology competencies and skills
Catholic Graduate Expectation: Reads, understands and uses written materials effectively
E-Business
Students will:
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demonstrate an understanding of e-business concepts and operations;
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evaluate the impact of e-business;
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design and create an e-business website for a target audience.
Catholic Graduate Expectation: Examines, evaluates and applies knowledge of interdependent systems
Information and Communication Technology Ethics and Issues
Students will:
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demonstrate an understanding of the legal, social, and ethical issues related to information
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and communication technology;
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analyze privacy and security issues related to conducting business electronically;
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summarize health and environmental issues related to the use of information and
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communication technology.
Catholic Graduate Expectation: Acts morally and legally as a person formed in Catholic traditions.
Course Breakdown
Resources:$ 99.00
The course will use a variety of resources
including video, CD-ROM, Internet Applications
and a variety of print sources. The textbook
Unit 1 Hardware/Software
Business Connections: Information Technology
in Action will be distributed to students during
Unit 2 Computer Networks
the first week of the course. The text and all
other resources assigned to students are the
responsibility of the student. Any damage
incurred will result in payment for replacement.
Unit 3 Electronic Research, Communication and Ethics
Unit 4 Electronic Business
Unit 5 Security/Law and E-Business
Evaluation Structure:
Unit 6 IT Careers
*Software applications are integrated throughout all
units
“Uses and integrates the Catholic faith tradition in the critical analysis of the arts,
media, technology and information systems to enhance the quality of life”
Semester Work: 70%
Thinking
Application
Communication
Knowledge/Understanding
20%
35%
20%
25%
Final Evaluation: 30%
Culminating Performance Task
Final Exam
10%
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
Knowledge of facts & terms
Understanding of concepts & relationships
Thinking/Inquiry
Critical thinking skills
Creative thinking skills
Inquiry Skills
Communication
Communication of ideas and information
Use of symbols & visuals
Oral & written communication
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
Applications in familiar contexts
Transfer of concepts to new contexts
Making logical conclusions and predictions
Use of technology
Making connections
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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LATE ASSIGNMENTS. Assignments submitted after the Primary Due Date established by the teacher will be accepted with a
penalty of 5% off for the first day late, 3% for the second day late, 2% for the final day, to a maximum of 10%. This threeday Penalty Zone is the maximum time allowed for submissions. The third day after the assignment is due is considered the
Closure Date upon which no further assignments will be accepted. If the teacher returns the marked assignments within the
four day penalty zone, the date of return is considered the closure date. 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 card.
INCOMPLETE ASSSIGNMENTS. Assignments will be graded according to the extent with which they meet the criteria established in
the rubric or evaluation structure.
MISSED TESTS. 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 and the date of writing will be at the discretion of the teacher in consultation with the department
head.
CULMINATING ACTIVITIES These activities will be due toward the end of the course. They are valued at 10 per cent of the final mark
and will reflect course material and competencies not otherwise reflected on the final exam.