Information Technology
Subject Overview
At Redhill we believe that it is important for all students to experience a well-rounded approach to I.T. Throughout key stage 3 all students will experience many aspects of I.T. which include (but is not exclusive to) understanding how your computer works, graphic design, how computers store data, computer aided manufacturing and 3D printing, spreadsheet modelling, games design, database management, developing animations and much more.
This will allow students at Key Stage 4 to make the option choice that is correct for them, we currently offer GCSE Computer Science (OCR) and Cambridge National in iMedia (OCR).
We have 5 dedicated I.T. rooms for students to develop their I.T. knowledge, be it programming the worlds next masterpiece or developing an awarding winning animation. Students work is stored in the cloud and can be accessed from home (via an internet connection). For all homework projects that students complete we focus on using either cloud or open-source software so students can carry out their work at home, or during extended periods of absence. Where I.T. access is not available student can use the I.T. facilities during homework club on a weekday evening.
Extended Learning
Below are some useful websites that contain revision material for our different options choices:
Cambridge National in iMedia
Websites:
Exam Board Information: http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/cambridge-nationals/creative-imedia-level-1-2-award-certificate-j807-j817/
School Website: https://sites.google.com/a/redhillclassroom.co.uk/imedia/ (under development for Sept 2018)
Recommended Reading:
Revision Notes: https://www.hoddereducation.co.uk/product/9781471886683.aspx
Course Guide: TBA – iMedia Course Guide (yet to be published).
You will receive a message regarding purchasing the revision notes through parents pay at a discounted price in Sept 2018.
Lesson tasks, Revision Notes and Exercises https://classroom.google.com
GCSE Computer Science
Websites Exam Board Information: http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse/gcse-computer-science-j276-from-2016/ School Website: https://sites.google.com/a/redhillclassroom.co.uk/computing/ (under development for Sept 2018)
Recommended Reading:
Student Textbook: https://www.hoddereducation.co.uk/product?Product=9781471866142
Revision Notes:
You will receive a message regarding purchasing the revision notes through parents pay at a discounted price in Sept 2018.
Lesson tasks, Revision Notes and Exercises https://classroom.google.com