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Introduction to Computer Software (ICTL)

 
Software is a generic term for organized collections of computer data and instructions, often broken into two major categories: system software that provides the basic non-task-specific functions of the computer, and application software which is used by users to accomplish specific tasks.
 
System software is responsible for controlling, integrating, and managing the individual hardware components of a computer system so that other software and the users of the system see it as a functional unit without having to be concerned with the low-level details such as transferring data from memory to disk, or rendering text onto a display. Generally, system software consists of an operating system and some fundamental utilities such as disk formatters, file managers, display managers, text editors, user authentication (login) and management tools, and networking and device control software.
 
Application software, on the other hand, is used to accomplish specific tasks other than just running the computer system. Application software may consist of a single program, such as an image viewer; a small collection of programs (often called a software package) that work closely together to accomplish a task, such as a spreadsheet or text processing system; a larger collection (often called a software suite) of related but independent programs and packages that have a common user interface or shared data format, such as Microsoft Office, which consists of closely integrated word processor, spreadsheet, database, etc.; or a software system, such as a database management system, which is a collection of fundamental programs that may provide some service to a variety of other independent applications.
 
Software is created with programming languages and related utilities, which may come in several of the above forms: single programs like script interpreters, packages containing a compiler, linker, and other tools; and large suites (often called Integrated Development Environments) that include editors, debuggers, and other tools for multiple languages. 
 
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ICTL for Secondary School Programme

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.

 


ICTL-Guideline 07