Cardinal Leger Secondary School
Business and Technology Department
Course Name:
Course Code:
Level:
Teacher:
Information and Communication Technology
BTA 3O1
Ministry Guidelines: Business Studies, 2006
Grade 11, Open
Mr. R. D’Angelo
Room: 105
Course Overview:
This course prepares students for the digital environment. Using a hands-on approach, students will
further develop information and 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.
Curriculum Strands and Overall Expectations:
Digital Literacy
Describe the computer workstation environment using proper technology;
Apply appropriate strategies when organizing and managing electronic files and folders;
Demonstrate effective tools and techniques of electronic research..
Productivity Software
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 tasks.
Business Communications
Communicate using accepted business standards and formats;
Demonstrate effective use of electronic communication tools;
Create a digital portfolio illustrating their information and communication technology competencies and skills;
E-Business
Demonstrate an understanding of e-business concepts and operations
Evaluate the impact of e-business;
Design and create an e-business website for a target audience.
Information and Communication Technology Ethics and Issues
Demonstrate an understanding of the legal, social, and ethical issues related to information technology;
Analyse privacy and security issues related to conducting business electronically;
Summarize health and environmental issues related to the use of information and communication technology
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Cardinal Leger Secondary School
Business and Technology Department
Evaluation:
Students will be assessed & evaluated according to the work produced & skills displayed. Methods of
providing feedback may include assessing work in process & evaluating completed assignments, quizzes,
tests, co-operative learning activities, investigations, and presentations.
Term Work
70%
Knowledge and Understanding
25%
Thinking
20%
Communication
20%
Application
35%
Final Assessment
30%
Formal Examination
20%
Culminating Task
10%
Course Total
100%
Learning Skills and Work Habits
Responsibility
Organization
Independent Work
Collaboration
Initiative
Self-Regulation
E= Excellent G=Good S=Satisfactory N= Needs Improvement
Fulfills responsibility and commitments.
Takes responsibility for and manages own behavior.
Devises and follows a plan and process for completing tasks.
Establishes priorities and manages time
Independently monitors, assesses, and revises plans to
complete tasks and meet goals.
Uses class time to complete tasks.
Accepts various roles and an equitable share of work in a group.
Builds healthy peer-to-peer relationships.
Looks for and acts on new ideas and opportunities.
Approaches new tasks with a positive attitude.
Sets own goals and monitors progress towards achieving them.
Seeks clarification or assistance when needed.
Missed/Late/Incomplete Assignments
It is the student’s responsibility to address missed, late, or incomplete assignments. Students are expected to
complete assignments and to adhere to assignment deadlines as follows:
Due Date
A due date is set by the teacher.
10% Penalty Zone
Closure Date
1 school day late – 3%
2 school days late – 6%
3 school days late – 10%
Maximum penalty of 10%
Once the closure date has passed,
work is considered incomplete and a
mark of zero applies.
Parent Signature: _______________________ Student Signature: ______________________
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