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Year 10 - Computing

Skills for the world of work

IT and the world of work

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 identify the communication skills required to develop a positive online presence within the workplace.

Key Notes

  • collaboration platforms are used for project management, sharing documents, task tracking and team updates
  • communication platforms are used for meetings, messaging and discussions
  • netiquette refers to the rules for communicating respectfully and appropriately online
  • digital literacy, communication, collaboration and teamwork are all essential skills for the modern workplace

Vocabulary To Learn

  • communication: sharing information
  • netiquette: rules for communicating respectfully and appropriately online

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Communication in the workplace is the same as communication with family or friends.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.

collaboration platforms are used for project management, sharing documents, task tracking and team updates. communication platforms are used for meetings, messaging and discussions.

2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'communication'

sharing information. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.

3. Correct this common computing misconception.

Mistake: Communication in the workplace is the same as communication with family or friends. Correction: Communication in the workplace should be formal and professional. Slang language, abbreviations and emojis should be avoided.

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