Ta Level 3
Assignment 5
1. What learning skills can be developed using ICT skills?
The learning skills that can be developed using ICT skills are: • Communication skills • Problem solving skills • Critical and creative thinking skills • Investigation skills • Evaluation and analysis skills
2. Discuss 5 factors the teaching assistant should consider when setting up ICT.
5 factors that should be taken into consideration when setting up ICT are: • Heat and light- Most ICT equipment gives off heat and this heat can build up over the day. It can make users uncomfortable and can also have a negative impact upon the equipment. The ideal temperature of the ICT suite is between 18 and 24 degrees Celsius and should have humidity between 40 and 60%. The room should be well ventilated and air conditioning used where appropriate. Lighting levels should be set lower than in a standard classroom to ensure there is appropriate contrast between screen and background environment. Semi translucent vertical blinds are best for reducing glare as they stop the glare from the sun but still let light in and they reduce low angle sunshine, especially in rooms facing west or east. They can also make access to windows easier than horizontal blinds. • Comfort- Users should be able to sit in a comfortable position and have easy access to all equipment. Users should take regular 10 minute breaks away from the computer in order to stretch their limbs. The user must be able to adjust their position whilst sitting in relation to the equipment being used. • Personal safety- equipment such as a photocopier that has fast moving parts can trap hair clothing and jewellery, they should be used in well ventilated areas and pupils must not handle toners and inks or try to repair faults. • Noise- Most ICT equipment emits noise when switched on even if it is not in use and most software has noise as part
1. What learning skills can be developed using ICT skills?
The learning skills that can be developed using ICT skills are: • Communication skills • Problem solving skills • Critical and creative thinking skills • Investigation skills • Evaluation and analysis skills
2. Discuss 5 factors the teaching assistant should consider when setting up ICT.
5 factors that should be taken into consideration when setting up ICT are: • Heat and light- Most ICT equipment gives off heat and this heat can build up over the day. It can make users uncomfortable and can also have a negative impact upon the equipment. The ideal temperature of the ICT suite is between 18 and 24 degrees Celsius and should have humidity between 40 and 60%. The room should be well ventilated and air conditioning used where appropriate. Lighting levels should be set lower than in a standard classroom to ensure there is appropriate contrast between screen and background environment. Semi translucent vertical blinds are best for reducing glare as they stop the glare from the sun but still let light in and they reduce low angle sunshine, especially in rooms facing west or east. They can also make access to windows easier than horizontal blinds. • Comfort- Users should be able to sit in a comfortable position and have easy access to all equipment. Users should take regular 10 minute breaks away from the computer in order to stretch their limbs. The user must be able to adjust their position whilst sitting in relation to the equipment being used. • Personal safety- equipment such as a photocopier that has fast moving parts can trap hair clothing and jewellery, they should be used in well ventilated areas and pupils must not handle toners and inks or try to repair faults. • Noise- Most ICT equipment emits noise when switched on even if it is not in use and most software has noise as part