Information & Communication Technology

Grade 08 – Revision

Syllabus

FIRST TERM

1. Investigates how instructions and data are represented in the computer

1.1.  Converts decimal numbers to binary numbers and vice versa

1.2. Appreciates the working logic (binary concept) in computers

2. Uses computers efficiently and effectively with operating system

2.1. Uses Operating System for configuring and applying settings

2.2. Explores basic troubleshooting of computers and maintenance procedures (hardware and software)

3. Use of word-processing software in day today activities

3.1. Uses basic functions of word processing software in creating a document

Second Term

3. Use of word-processing software in day today activities

3.1. Uses basic functions of word processing software in creating a document

4.Uses flow chart to solve simple problems with sequence, selection and develop programs (Using Scratch)

4.1. Analyzes the problem

Third Term

4.Uses flow chart to solve simple problems with sequence, selection and develop programs (Using Scratch)

4.2. Uses control structures to develop simple programs

5.Uses a software package for physical computing to implement programming logic

5.1.Uses a simple hardware device to implement physical computing

6. Explores educational information using the Internet

6.1 Searches information on the Internet

6.2. Creates websites with advanced features

Assignment