Encourage them to invite a guest speaker from the community to discuss concepts such as networks and stand-alone computers, cabling systems, networking software, and internetworking. Have students analyse network case studies for issues related to privacy, productivity, ethics, and geography. Encourage students as a class to discuss the legal and ethical implications of these methods of information sharing. Encourage students in small groups to play the role of network administrators who must monitor and modify an existing network of two or more computers. To develop the students' understanding of careers in technology, suggest that they research the roles and responsibilities of system operators and prepare reports for the class.
Students demonstrate their knowledge by analysing and simulating network configurations.
Obtain evidence of students' knowledge by observing them and talking to them as they use a network. Have students use a word-processing program to produce an original document discussing legal, ethical, and social issues related to networked computer systems. Use chalk or tape on the floor to simulate wiring and have students move along the floor as they initiate tasks. The footer section includes contact information, navigation buttons, and a link to the Ministry of Education Home Page. All Rights Reserved.