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WELCOME MESSAGE
You are welcome to the module ICT . As the name implies, this module introduces you to computer appreciation and application and the basic concepts of the Internet. Computers and the Internet rule our world today. If you are not computer and internet literate, you would find it difficult coping in today’s knowledge based economy. That is why this module is very important because it explains to you how computers and the Internet work. We invite you to go through this module and enjoy your new experience as you interact with this master piece that has changed the entire activities of humans.
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- This module is a crosscutting module taught in all first years in all departments of undergraduate.
- It is a pillar of learning in current knowledge based society.
- It is taught in blended learning mode of delivery (Online and face to face).
- It helps to deal with information-rich society.
- It is made of both theoretical and practical parts.
Aim
The aim of this module is to provide you with information technology skills and knowledge that help you to cope with an information-rich society for lifelong learning. Read the information showing teaching , learning and assessment strategies available here
Intended Learning outcomes
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
1. Utilise basic knowledge and skills of computer in learning practices.
2. Apply MS Office suite & OpenOffice in daily life activities.
3. Use internet for research and sharing information.
4. Integrate ICT in learning of different subjectsCourse developers
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Students mustMark as done
In this module, most of you do not know each other.
This forum is to allow us to know one another for at least with basic information. Kindly tell us about yourself by indicating your: (1) Names, (2) Where you live, and (3) What you do in your everyday life (your professional role), and (What you expect to gain from this module).
click inside the box labelled "Reply"
below to open a window for your message. When you are done, click the "Post Reply"
We would also like to know a little bit about your experience in digital skills using ICT tools by participating into this precourse survey (Survey introduction to ICT) The data from this survey will help us to more understand where and how to support you throughout your learning process.
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Students mustMark as done
Before asking any question on the use of e-Learning platform you are encouraged to visit the list of answers responding to the mostly asked questions here below.
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1 Aim of the unit
The aims of this unit is to provide essential knowledge, and skills and develop attitude in computer fundamentals.
This unit is designed to cover:
1.Key concept of computing
2.Distinguish between and understanding of the functionality of different components of computer.2 Intended learning outcome
At the end of this unit, you will be able to:
- Explain ICT related concepts and terms with their appropriate use in daily life.
- Describe the benefits and effectiveness of different ICT tools.
- Identify different parts, functions and characteristics of computer
- Explain data representation, storage and managements of files
3 Time duration of this unit
Dear students this unit will be covered within two weeks form, 24 August to 30 August plz make sure you meet the deadline for each E-tivity within this unit.
4. Learning resources
Different types of resources will be avail to you, such as: Videos, files (ppt and pdf) and link to websites, I will give clarifications so that you are able to go for research of more details. You are requested to read carefully instructions under each E-tivity.
5. Learning E-tivities
In this unit you will interact with forum discussions, individual assignment, group work and 1 in addition the deadline for each E-tivity will be specified.
Activities: 6 -
1. Purpose of unit
To equip the students with advanced knowledge and skills in Microsoft office package/OpenOffice. You quickly and efficiently develop dynamic, professional-looking presentations and then deliver them to an audience.
You will learn how Excel organizes information on worksheets within workbooks, and how to make and format different types of cell entries, including labels and values. You’ll learn to organize worksheets and how to create and use cell ranges to save time. The tutorial moves on to the most powerful capabilities in Excel: the ability to use formulas and functions to perform simple calculations, sophisticated math. The tutorial closes out by showing you how to highlight your data visually, through charts.
2. The intended learning outcome
By the end of this unit, you will be able to:
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- Use Microsoft office package/ OpenOffice
3 Time duration of this unit
Dear students this unit will be covered within two weeks, make sure you meet the deadline for each E-tivity within this unit, the deadline for each e-tivity will be indicate. you are required to work accordingly.
4. Learning resources
Different types of resources will be avail to you, such as: Videos, pdf files, interactive e-content, pages and link to websites, I will give clarifications so that you are able to go for research of more details. You are requested to read carefully instructions under each E-tivity.
5. Learning E-tivities
In this unit you will interact with forum discussions and quiz other practical work will be done during the face to face session, in addition the deadline for each E-tivity will be indicated.
Activities: 29 -
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1. Aim
In this unit, you will be looking at information that can be found on the Web. You may have already explored the Web and discovered the huge amount of information it contains. Alternatively you may be a newcomer to the Web. Either way, this unit will help you to develop your skills to access Open Educational Resources (OERs) and MOOCs and research in your various subjects, respecting ethics; you will avoid plagiarism and consider copyright and privacy of other persons
2.Intended learning outcomes
At the end of this unit you will be able to:
1.Understand the fundamentals of Internet
2.Search online information ethically.
3.Use electronic mails with attachments
3 Time duration of this unit
Dear students this unit will be covered within two weeks form, 24 August to 30 August please make sure you meet the deadline for each E-tivity within this unit.
4. Learning resources
Different types of resources will be avail to you, such as: Videos, files (ppt and pdf) and link to websites, I will give clarifications so that you are able to go for research of more details. You are requested to read carefully instructions under each E-tivity.
5. Learning E-tivities
In this unit you will interact with forum discussions, individual assignment, group work and 1 in addition the deadline for each E-tivity will be specified.
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AIM
The aim of this unit is to provide an introduction to basic computer security measures needed for end users.Intended learning outcomes
At the end of this unit, you will be able to:
1.Create username and password for systems, and files;
2.Update installed antivirus;
3.Scan internal and external storage.3 Time duration of this unit
Dear students this unit will be covered within two weeks form, 24 August to 30 August plz make sure you meet the deadline for each E-tivity within this unit.
4. Learning resources
Different types of resources will be avail to you, such as: Videos, files (ppt and pdf) and link to websites, I will give clarifications so that you are able to go for research of more details. You are requested to read carefully instructions under each E-tivity.
5. Learning E-tivities
In this unit you will interact with forum discussions, individual assignment, group work and 1 in addition the deadline for each E-tivity will be specified.
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Aim
This unit aims to equip student with knowledge and skills to use collaborative tools in their learning and daily life.
Intended learning outcomes
At the end of this unit, you will be able to:
1. Apply social media in your learning.
2. Use cloud based collaborative tools for learning3 Time duration of this unit
Dear students this unit will be covered within two weeks form, 24 August to 30 August plz make sure you meet the deadline for each E-tivity within this unit.
4. Learning resources
Different types of resources will be avail to you, such as: Videos, files (ppt and pdf) and link to websites, I will give clarifications so that you are able to go for research of more details. You are requested to read carefully instructions under each E-tivity.
5. Learning E-tivities
In this unit you will interact with forum discussions, individual assignment, group work and 1 in addition the deadline for each E-tivity will be specified.
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1. Aim
This unit aims to engage you with the use of ICT in your different specific subject areas.
2.Intended learning outcomes
At the end of this unit, you will be able to:
1.Identify appropriate ICT systems needed in your study subject,
2.Use and apply appropriate ICTs systems in learning and at the workplace.3 Time duration of this unit
Dear students this unit will be covered within two weeks form, 24 August to 30 August plz make sure you meet the deadline for each E-tivity within this unit.
4. Learning resources
Different types of resources will be avail to you, such as: Videos, files (ppt and pdf) and link to websites, I will give clarifications so that you are able to go for research of more details. You are requested to read carefully instructions under each E-tivity.
5. Learning E-tivities
In this unit you will interact with forum discussions, individual assignment, group work and 1 in addition the deadline for each E-tivity will be specified.
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1. Aim
The aim of this unit is to help you to have practical sessions on computer navigation, computer system, MS Office, the use of collaborative tools.
ICT fundamentals, Computer system, computer navigation, MS Office and collaborative tools.2. Intended Learning outcomes
At the end of this unit, you will be able to:
1.Explore and customize the desktop, taskbar and start menu.
2.Convert from one base to another and convert form one unit of storage capacity into another.
3.Use Microsoft Office word confidently
4.Access available search engines and practice using them3 Time duration of this unit
Dear students this unit will be covered within two weeks form, 24 August to 30 August plz make sure you meet the deadline for each E-tivity within this unit.
4. Learning resources
Different types of resources will be avail to you, such as: Videos, files (ppt and pdf) and link to websites, I will give clarifications so that you are able to go for research of more details. You are requested to read carefully instructions under each E-tivity.
5. Learning E-tivities
In this unit you will interact with forum discussions, individual assignment, group work and 1 in addition the deadline for each E-tivity will be specified.
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1. Aim
The aim of this topic is to give you hands-on ability to use Collaborative tools, social media, cloud computing services and computer system protection and files. This unit covers the hands-on practice on units 4 and 5.
2. Intended learning outcomes
At the end of this unit, you will be able to:
1.Protect computer and files with password,
2.Use social media network in communication,
3.Use the cloud computing services in your daily life.
3 Time duration of this unit
Dear students this unit will be covered within two weeks form, 24 August to 30 August plz make sure you meet the deadline for each E-tivity within this unit.
4. Learning resources
Different types of resources will be avail to you, such as: Videos, files (ppt and pdf) and link to websites, I will give clarifications so that you are able to go for research of more details. You are requested to read carefully instructions under each E-tivity.
5. Learning E-tivities
In this unit you will interact with forum discussions, individual assignment, group work and 1 in addition the deadline for each E-tivity will be specified.
Activities: 6
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