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ICS3U, Grade 11, Introduction to Computer Science

ICS3U, Grade 11, Introduction to Computer Science

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  • ICS3U COURSE OUTLINE

    Course Title: Introduction to Computer Science

    Grade: 11

    Ministry Course Code: ICS3U

    Course Type: Open

    Credit Value: 1.00

    Course Hours: 112

    Department: Computer Studies

    Revision Date: N/A

    Policy Document: Computer Studies, The Ontario Curriculum, Grades 10 to 12, 2008 (Revised) http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/curriculum/secondary/computer10to12_2008.pdf


    COURSE DESCRIPTION


    This course introduces students to computer science. Students will design software independently and as part of a team, using industry-standard programming tools and applying the software development life-cycle model. They will also write and use subprograms within computer programs. Students will develop creative solutions for various types of problems as their understanding of the computing environment grows. They will also explore environmental and ergonomic issues, emerging research in com- puter science, and global career trends in computer-related fields.



    OVERALL EXPECTATIONS


    Programming Concepts & Skills

    By the end of this course, students will:

    A1. demonstrate the ability to use different data types, including one-dimensional arrays, in computer programs;

    A2. demonstrate the ability to use control structures and simple algorithms in computer programs;

    A3. demonstrate the ability to use subprograms within computer programs;

    A4. use proper code maintenance techniques and conventions when creating computer programs.

    Software Development

    By the end of this course, students will:

    B1. Use a variety of problem-solving strategies to solve different types of problems in dependently and as part of a team;

    B2. Design software solutions to meet a variety of challenges;

    B3. Design algorithms according to specifications;

    B4. Apply a software development life-cycle model to a software development project.


    Computer Environments & Systems

    By the end of this course, students will:

    C1. Relate the specifications of computer components to user requirements;

    C2. Use appropriate file maintenance practices to organize and safeguard data;

    C3. Demonstrate an understanding of the software development process.


    Topics in Computer Science

    By the end of this course, students will:

    D1. describe policies on computer use that promote environmental stewardship and sustainability;

    D2. demonstrate an understanding of emerging areas of computer science research;

    D3. describe postsecondary education and career prospects related to computer studies.

    OUTLINE OF COURSE CONTENT


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    EVALUATION SCHEME


    A final grade (percentage mark) is calculated at the end of the course and reflects the quality of the student’s achievement of the overall expectations of the course, in accordance with the provincial curriculum.


    The final grade will be determined as follows:


    • Seventy percent (70%) of the grade will be based on evaluation conducted throughout the course. This portion of the grade should reflect the student’s most consistent level of achievement throughout the course, although special consideration should be given to more recent evidence of achievement.


    • Thirty percent (30%) of the grade will be based on a final evaluation administered at or towards the end of the course. This evaluation will be based on evidence from one or a combination of the following: an examination, a performance, an essay, and/or another method of evaluation suitable to the course content. The final evaluation allows the student an opportunity to demonstrate comprehensive achievement of the overall expectations for the course.

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TEACHING AND LEARNING STRATEGIES

A variety of teaching and learning strategies are used to allow students many opportunities to attain the necessary skills for success in this course and in future studies. In all activities, consideration will be taken to ensure that individual students’ multiple intelligences and learning strengths are addressed through the use of varied and multiple activities in each lesson.

STRATEGIES FOR ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION OF STUDENT PERFORMANCE

The primary purpose of assessment and evaluation is to improve student learning. Assessment and evaluation is based on the Ministry of Education’s Growing Success policy document, which articulates the Ministry’s vision for how assessment and evaluation is practiced in Ontario schools.

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Growing Success describes the three assessment types as follows:

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  • Assessment as Learning: focuses on the explicit fostering of students’ capacity over time to be their own best assessors, but teachers need to start by presenting and modelling external, structured opportunities for students to assess themselves.

     

  • Assessment for Learning: the process of seeking and interpreting evidence for use by learners and their teachers to decide where the learners are in their learning, where they need to go, and how best to get there.

     

  • Assessment of Learning: the assessment that becomes public and results in statements or symbols about how well students are learning.

ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

A variety of teaching and learning strategies are used to allow students many opportunities to attain the necessary skills for success in this course and in future studies. In all activities, consideration will be taken to ensure that individual students’ multiple intelligences and learning strengths are addressed through the use of varied and multiple activities in each lesson.

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PLAGIARISM

Plagiarism is a serious offense. It is defined as taking words, phrasing, sentence structure, or any other element of the expression of another person’s ideas, and using them as if they were your own. Plagiarism is a violation of another person’s rights, whether the material taken is great or small.Students will be assisted in developing strategies and techniques to avoid plagiarism. They need to be aware that plagiarized term work will be penalized and could result in a mark of zero.

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