ICTL Content
Topic Form 1
Computer Hardware
Computer Software
Application Software
Topic Form 2
Programming Software
Visual Basic Express
Just Basic
Network
Introduction To Network
Sharing Document
Sharing Hardware
The Internet
Introduction to the Internet
Internet Application
Netiquette
Internet Communication
E_mail
Skype Chat
Cyber law
Creating Website
The programme emphasizes the integration of knowledge, skills and values.
KNOWLEDGE
The knowledge to be acquired in the ICTL for Secondary School Programme consists of concepts and facts about ICT, including ICT terminology. It includes procedures in managing computer laboratory, computer hardware, computer software, network and the Internet.
SKILLS
The skills involved are communication skills, information skills, managing computer system and problem-solving skills.
VALUES
The values inculcated by the ICTL for Secondary School Programme are responsibility, accountability, respect, cooperation, virtue and abide by ICT code of ethics.
CONTENT ORGANISATION
The scope of the ICTL for Secondary School Programme is designed according to four domains:
• Computer Lab Management
• Computer Hardware
• Computer Software
• Networks and The Internet
Each domain is divided into learning areas. It enables pupils to expand their knowledge, enhance their skills and inculcate values in life. The holistic approach of the content Organisation allows pupils to incorporate culture, beliefs, nvironment and experience to be a person who is open-minded, disciplined, confident and creative (Figure 1).
Pupils have various levels of competency in ICT skills. Therefore, the learning areas may be taught in any sequence according to student ability. This also means that teachers are not confined to follow the order in which the topics are set out.