Year 10 - Computing
Remote working
IT and the world of work
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Unit Summary
Pupils must be able to identify how the modern structure of the workplace will impact their future lives. This unit will facilitate a deeper comprehension of the methods employed by organisations and the impact the use of IT in the working environment has on all stakeholders.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to consider the benefits and drawbacks of working remotely on physical and mental well-being.
Key Notes
- Mental well-being affects concentration, decision-making, motivation and interpersonal relationships.
- Employers who promote positive mental health often see a reduction in the number of days people are off work.
- Poor physical well-being can cause fatigue, illness and decreased efficiency.
- Promoting physical health can lead to better morale and lower healthcare costs.
Vocabulary To Learn
- remote working: working somewhere other than in a traditional office setting
- mental health: how well you cope with day-to-day life, how you feel and how confident you are
- phyical health: how healthy your body is
- ergonomics: the process of organising an efficient and safe workplace
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Supporting an employee's mental or physical wellbeing only costs an organisation.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.
Mental well-being affects concentration, decision-making, motivation and interpersonal relationships. Employers who promote positive mental health often see a reduction in the number of days people are off work.
2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'remote working'
working somewhere other than in a traditional office setting. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.
3. Correct this common computing misconception.
Mistake: Supporting an employee's mental or physical wellbeing only costs an organisation. Correction: Supporting an employee's mental or physical wellbeing can actually benefit an organisation through reduced time off and increased productivity.
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