Year 10 - Computing
The modern world of work
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 recognise how the workplace has changed over time and the implications of modern-day working.
Key Notes
- Traditional teams often operate in fixed locations and face-to-face communication.
- Modern teams are frequently remote or hybrid, using digital tools for collaboration.
- Advantages of modern day working include; increased productivity, enhanced customer service.
- Disadvantages of modern day working include; employee burnout, employee isolation and increased demand on IT systems.
Vocabulary To Learn
- organisation: an individual or group of people working together towards a shared purpose
- stakeholder: an individual, group or organisation that has a vested interest in a business or project
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Modern technology has improved individuals' working lives in all aspects.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Describe the system or process from this lesson in clear steps.
Traditional teams often operate in fixed locations and face-to-face communication. Modern teams are frequently remote or hybrid, using digital tools for collaboration.
2. Define this computing term and give one practical example. 'organisation'
an individual or group of people working together towards a shared purpose. Add one real device or system example to prove understanding.
3. Correct this common computing misconception.
Mistake: Modern technology has improved individuals' working lives in all aspects. Correction: There are some negative impacts of modern-day technology on the workplace and individual workers. These include fewer opportunities for face-to-face communication and 24/7 connectivity.
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