Information & Communication Technology

Grade 06 – Papers

Syllabus

• Importance of Computers

• Let’s use the Computer Laboratory Safely

• Operating System and File Management

• Using Mouse and Keyboard to use

• Application Software

• Algorithm and Flow Charts

• Using the Internet for collecting Information and Communication

FIRST TERM

1. Appreciates the importance of computers

1.1 Explains the functions of the computer and its characteristics

1.2 Identifies computer components

1.3 Describes the need for software

1.4 Appreciates the use of a computer to carry out routine work

2. Appreciates the need for using computers safely

2.1 Uses the computer laboratory properly

2.2 Uses computers and peripherals safely

3. Uses of operating systems

3.1 Handles files

4. Uses application software appropriately

4.1 Uses text editing and drawing software effectively

Second Term

4. Uses application software appropriately

4.1 Uses text editing and drawing software effectively

• Use of drawing software to use the mouse properly
• Use of typing software to develop keyboard skills

4.2 Uses audio software and video software effectively

• Use of audio software to create an audio clip
• Use of video software to create a video clip

5. Appreciates the concept of algorithms and develops simple programs

5.1 Relates practical problem solving process to an algorithm

• Making of a composition according to a recipe (Ex. Making a cake)

Third Term

5. Appreciates the concept of algorithms and develops simple programs

5.2 Draws flowcharts to explain a process

• Introduction to flowchart symbols (Start/Stop , Input/ Output , Process)
• Flowcharts to explain the simple sequential processes of day to day tasks

6.  Appreciates the Internet for information gathering and communication