Offered September 2014

Welcome to Grade 9 Computers –

In this course we will learn about information technology and how computers function in our society.

How have computers evolved? What happened to information with the evolving of computers?How has this impacted our society?
How has this affected our relationships?
How has it affected business in Canada?

This is the course outline:

Course Description/Rationale

This course introduces students to the use of information and communication technology in a business environment and builds a foundation of digital literacy skills necessary for success in a technologically driven society.  Students will develop word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing, presentation software and website design skills.  Throughout the course, there is an emphasis on digital literacy, effective electronic research and communication skills, and current issues related to the impact of information and communication technology.

Units – 

1. Digital Literacy 

2. Productivity Software 

3.Design Software 

4. Business Communications 

5. Ethics and Issues in Information and Communication Technology