Panel of Information and Communication Technology N.

Sembilan

YEARLY PLAN
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

TOPIC/LEARNING
WEEK LEARNING OBJECTIVES LEARNING OUTCOMES ACTIVITIES THINKING SKILLS
AREA

1 1.0 Information and Students will be able to learn : At the end of the lessons, Individual/Group task
(4 periods) Communication students should be able
Technology 1.1.1 Overview of to : Student describe the brief
and Society Information evolution of computers Brainstorming
and Communication 1.1.1.1 Define ICT
1.1 Introduction to Technology (ICT) 1.1.1.2 Describe the brief Work in group of four
Communication evolution of
Technology computers Discuss the evolution of
computers

Present the outcome

1.1.2 ICT in Everyday Life : 1.1.2.1 List the usage of Interaction between teacher Question and
Education, Banking, ICT and student Answer
Industry and in everyday life. Brainstorming
Commerce
Students list the differences Compare and
1.1.2.2 State the between computerized and Differentiate
differences non-computerized systems
between using search engines after
computerized and watching the CDs
non- computerized
systems. Students work in group of
four

Discuss and list the

differences between
computerized and non- Analyze
computerized systems.

Present the outcome

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Conduct a simple survey of

ICT usage in the community.

Explore CD courseware Categorize

Activities from teaching

1.1.2.3 State the impact courseware
of ICT on society.
Self access from internet or
books
Question and
Answer

2 1.2 Computer Ethics Students will be able to learn : At the end of the lessons,
(6 periods) and Legal students should be able
Issues 1.2.1 Definition of computer to :
ethics and legal issues Student list the issue from Brainstorming
1.2.1.1 Define computer movie/poster about Ethics
ethics, code of and legal issues.
ethics, intellectual
property, privacy, Explore the CD courseware
Computer Crime Question and
and Cyber Law. Answer

Student identify and

describing the computer
ethics and legal issues Compare and
1.2.1.2 Differentiate Differentiate
between ethics Student work in group of four
and law.
Discuss and list
Computer Ethics and Legal
Issues

Student list the need for

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Intellectual property laws.

Surfing the information

about Ethics and legal issue Analyze
from the internet
1.2.1.3 State the need for
intellectual Student present the
property laws information they get from the Categorising
internet to the class

1.2.2 Privacy 1.2.2.1 List ways to Teacher show some Multiple Intelligence
protect privacy. equipment ( IC , License,
bank card )
1.2.2.2 State Answer and
authentication Teachers and student discuss Question
and verification about the using of the
methods/technolo equipment ( IC , License,
gies. bank card )

Teacher and students explore

the CD courseware

1.2.3 Controversial 1.2.3.1 List effects of Student work in group of four

controversial contents on
society : Discuss the effects of
 Pornography controversial contents on
 Slander society.

Present the outcome

Group task
1.2.3.2 Describe the In group students discuss the Brainstorming
process of filtering method of filtering.

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to control access Question & answer

to controversial Students present the
contents. outcome.
Demonstrate
Practical test on filtering.

1.2.4 Computer Crimes
1.2.4.1 Explain the need
for Cyber Law.
Individual/ group task
Student work in pairs
Student solve the problem Problem solving
from the case study

Students present the tasks.

1.2.4.2 Explain briefly the Students give their opinions. Analyze

computer crimes
below : Student surfing “ Computer
 Fraud Crime “ from the internet Brainstorming
 Copyright
Infringement Students list the computer
crime.
 Theft
 Attacks

2 1.3 Computer Security
(6 periods)
Students will be able to learn : At the end of the lessons,
students should be able
1.3.1 Definition of Computer to :
Security
1.3.1.1 Define computer
security.
Individual
Teacher shows a Movie clip
(Hackers activities).
Students give their opinions
to what they have seen in the
movie.
Generate ideas by
brainstorming
Multiple intelligence
(visual-spatial)

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Students access the internet

to find additional information
about computer security. Accessing and
processing
Students share their findings. information skills

1.3.2 Security Threats 1.3.2.1 Explain briefly the Group Differentiate

different threats to Group discussion for each Q&A
computer threat. Brainstorming
security :
 Malicious code Students find the information
 Hacking from internet, magazines,
 Nature/environm books, journals, articles etc.
ent
 Theft Group presentations.

1.3.3 Security Measures 1.3.3.1 Select appropriate Individual Brainstorming

security measures Forum – Students discuss Analyzing
to overcome the “WHAT DOES AN Q&A
identified ORGANIZATION NEEDS TO
computer PROTECT AND SECURE
threats. THEIR COMPUTER
SYSTEMS?”

Teacher summarizes the

outcomes of the forum.

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1.3.3.2 Apply the correct Individual Analyzing

security Teacher explains the correct
procedures. security procedures on how
 Antivirus to protect the computer
 Anti-Spyware systems.
 Cryptography
 Firewall Students check whether their Compare &
 Data backup computers use any of the Differentiate
security measures by
 Human Aspects
completing the checklist.
(Refer to the module)

Assessment - Students
answer the worksheet (Refer
to the module)

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2 1.3 Current and Students will be able to At the end of the lessons, students Group Task
(8 periods) Future learn : shouldl be able to :
Developments 1.4.1.1 Locate information from Portfolio: A Compilation Accessing &
1.4.1 Impact of ICT various sources (e.g. of information on any of processing
on Society Internet, library, magazines) the issues below: information.

• Copyright and
1.4.1.2 Describe the impact of ICT Piracy from moral
on society. and legal
standpoints.
1.4.1.3 Present results in a clear, • Lack of security
concise manner. and its effects on
industry/ economy
1.4.1.4 Display cooperation in / government law.
conducting research.
Individual /Group Task

Write short Essays all of

the topic below :
• Phishing Identify & Describing
• Virus
(Trojan Horse, Salami
Attack)
• Hacking
• Security measures
• Biometrics
(Fingerprint, Iris Scan)
• Authentication

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2 2.0 Computer Students will be able to learn At the end of the lessons, Individual task
(6 periods) System students will be able to :

2.1 System Concept 2.1.1 Overview of
Computer System
2.1.1.1 Define computer Complete a task sheet Analyze
system. ( a block diagram ) on
‘The Computer System’
2.1.1.2 State the meaning of
input, processor,
output and storage.

2.1.1.3 Describe the

information
processing cycle
which includes input,
process, output
and storage using a
block diagram.

2.1.2 Data 2.1.2.1 State the relation of

3 Representation data representation :
(12 periods) bit, byte and
character.

2.1.3 Introduction to 2.1.3.1 Explain the function Individual Task Problem Solving
Binary Coding of ASCII code. Play game using flash
card

2.1.4 Data 2.1.4.1 Describe the units of

Measurement data
measurement :
 Bit
 Byte
 Kilobyte

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 Megabyte
 Gigabyte
 Terabyte

2.1.5 Clock Speed 2.1.5.1 Describe the units of Group Task

Measurement clocks speed Conduct a research on Analyze
measurements : type of computer
 Megahertz processors & system
 Gigahertz clock speed.

Students will be able to learn: At the end of the lessons,

2.2 Hardware students should be able to :

2.2.1 Input Devices 2.2.1.1 Identify the input Retrieve photos of Accessing & processing
devices used input and output information
for text, graphic, devices from the
audio and video. Internet or other
resources.

2.2.2 Output Devices 2.2.2.1 Identify the output

devices used for text,
graphic, audio and
video.

2.2.3 Motherboard 2.2.3.1 Identify the location Hands – On

of the central 1. Teachers shows Demonstration
processing unit (CPU), different parts and
expansion slot component of the
expansion cards, RAM motherboard.
slots, ports and
connectors on the 2. Student identify
motherboard. the parts of
motherboard.

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2.2.4 Storage 2.2.4.1 Explain types and Individual Task.

functions of :
 Primary storage Differentiate between Compare & Differentiate
(RAM, ROM) primary and secondary
 Secondary storage storage by completing a
(magnetic medium, task sheet (workstation)
optical medium, flash
memory).

3 2.3 Software Students will be able to learn:

(6 periods)

2.3.1 Operating System (OS) 2.3.1.1 State that various Collect information on Identifying
types of OS used on different OS from
different platforms. relevant materials or Information Processing
the internet Skill

2.3.1.2 State the functions of Accessing And

OS. Processing Information

2.3.1.3 State the different

interfaces of OS.

2.3.2 Application 2.3.2.1 Differentiate between Collect information on Compare and differentiate
Software the different application Identifying
types and usage software from relevant
of materials or the internet
application Drag and drop activity.

software Click and drop the

(word words to the correct
processing, applications software

spreadsheet,

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Categorising
2.3.3 Utility Program presentation, Fill in the blanks Compare and differentiate
activity. Fill in the
and blanks with the correct Identifying
graphics). answer.

Categorising

2.3.4 Proprietary and Open Find information on Compare and differentiate

Source Software different types Identifying
2.3.3.1 Differentiate between proprietary and open
the types and usage source OS application
of utility programs software
(files management,
diagnostic and file Find, download and
compression). explore one of open
source application
software and give your
2.3.4.1 Differentiate between comment.
proprietary and open
source software List the differences
between proprietary
and open source
software

3 2.4 Installation Students will be able to learn: At the end of the lessons,
(12 periods) students should be able to :
2.4.1 Personal Computer
(PC) Assembling 2.4.1.1 Assemble the Group task Accessing And
components of PC 1. Assemble Processing Info
correctly. components into the
correct slots Information Processing
2.4.1.2 Participate in Skill
assembling the 2. Follow step by step

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components of a PC installations provided

correctly.

2.4.1.3 Display cooperation 3. Test the functionality Demonstration

in assembling the of the PC
components of a PC Problem solving
correctly. Labeling the
components of PC
Identifying
Matching the pictures to
the correct Information Processing
components. Skill

2.4.2 Hard Disk Partitioning 2.4.2.1 Format and partition Rearrange the steps of
and Formatting the hard disk. partitioning in order.

Match by dragging and

2.4.3 Software Installation 2.4.3.1 Install operating dropping. Click on a
system, application card to look at the
software and utility picture and drag it to
programs. the respective fields.

1 2.4 Current and Students will be able to learn At the end of the lessons,
(4 periods) Future students should be able to :
Developments
2.5.1 Latest Open Source 2.5.1.1 Explain the latest Collect related Identifying
Software Available open source OS and information on open
application software source software and Categorising
available in the compile it into a
market. portfolio/digital portfolio Brainstorming

2.5.2 Latest Hardware and 2.5.2.1 Explain the latest ICT Find the latest Information Processing
Software hardware and hardware and software Skill
Development in ICT. software. development in the
internet. Present the Fact Finding

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2.5.2.2 Explain pervasive findings to the class.

computing.

2 3.0 Computer Networks At the end of the lessons, Individual task Brainstorming
(6 periods) and Communications students should be able to : Retrieve information on
computer networks and
3.1 Basic Concepts of 3.1.1.1 Define computer communications from
Computer Networks and networks. relevant materials and
Communication the internet.
3.1.1.2 Define
communications. Define computer
networks and
communications

3.1.2 Importance of Students will be able to learn: At the end of the lessons, Group task Brainstorming
Computer Networks students should be able to Cite examples in
3.1.2.1The importance of immediate environment
computer networks 3.1.3.1 Define types of to show the importance
and communications. computer networks : of network and
 LAN communication
 MAN
 WAN

3.1.3.2 Differentiate between

the three types of
computer networks.

3.1.3 Types of Networks Students will be able to learn: At the end of the lessons, Group task Compare and differentiate
students should be able to List differences
3.1.3.1The definition of types between the three
of computer networks : 3.1.3.1 Define types of types of computer
 LAN computer networks : networks.
 MAN  LAN
 WAN  MAN
 WAN

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3.1.3.2 The difference 3.1.3.2 Differentiate between

between the three the three types of
types of computer computer networks.
networks.

3.1.4 Network Students will be able to learn: At the end of the lessons, Group task
Architecture students should be able to Retrieve information on Analyses
3.1.4.1 Definition of two types types of network
of network 3.1.4.1.1 Define two types of architectures from
architecture: network relevant materials and
 Client/Server architecture: the internet.
 P2P  Client/Server
 P2P

3.1.5 Network Topology Students will be able to learn: At the end of the lessons, Individual task Compare and
students should be able to Prepare a graphic Differentiate
3.1.5.1 Three types of 3.1.5.1 State three types of representation of the
network topologies: network topologies : different types of
 Bus  Bus network topology
 Ring  Ring
 Star  Star
Group task
3.1.5.2 The difference 3.1.5.2 Differentiate between Retrieve information Accessing & Processing
between the three the three types of from relevant materials information
types of network network topology. and the Internet.
topology.

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3.1.6 Protocol Students will be able to learn: At the end of the lessons, Teacher tasks
students should be able to Teacher creates a form Demonstration
3.1.6.1 The definition of in which the students fill
transmission control 3.1.6.1 Define transmission in the TCP/IP address
Protocol/Internet Control
Protocol as a protocol Protocol/Internet Students use the
to facilitate Protocol as a protocol command “ping” to
communication over to facilitate communicate with their Fact Finding
computer network. communication over peer in the network.
computer network.

3.1.7 Internet, Intranet, Students will be able to learn: At the end of the lessons, Visit Internet provider Accessing & Processing
Extranet students should be able to such TMnet, Jaring information
3.1.7.1 The description of the 3.1.7.1 Describe the types of and Mimos.
types of network network communications
communications technology :
technology :  Internet
 Internet  Intranet
 Intranet  Extranet
 Extranet

3.2 Hardware Students will be able to learn: At the end of the lessons, Individual task
Requirements students should be able to: List the varies network Analyses
3.2. The devices needed in devices required to
3.2.1 Devices computer network 3.2.1.1 Identify the devices setup client/server
communication : needed in computer network
 Network Interface network
Card (NIC) communication :
 Wireless Network  Network Interface
Interface Card Card (NIC)
 Modem (internal &  Wireless Network
external) Interface Card
 Hub/Switch  Modem (internal &
 Router external)
 Wireless AP  Hub/Switch
 Router

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3.2.1.2 The functions of the
following :
 Network Interface
Card (NIC)
 Wireless Network
Interface Card
 Modem (internal &
external)
 Hub/Switch
 Router
 Wireless AP
3.2.2 Medium 3.2.2.1The various types of
cables such as
Unshielded Twisted
pair (UTP), Shielded
Twisted pair (STP),
Coaxial cable, Fibre
optic cable.
3.2.2.2 The various types of
wireless transmission
media such as
infrared, radio wave
and satellite.
1 3.3 Software Students will be able to learn:
(4 periods) Requirements
3.3.1 Server Software
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 Wireless AP
3.2.1.2 State the functions of Individual task
the following : Retrieve information on Analyses
 Network Interface the function of the state
Card (NIC) devices material and
 Wireless Network the Internet
Interface Card
 Modem (internal &
external)
 Hub/Switch
 Router
 Wireless AP
3.2.2.1 Identify various types Individual task
of cables such as Label correctly picture Problem Solving
Unshielded Twisted of different transmission
pair (UTP), Shielded media
Twisted pair (STP),
Coaxial cable, Fibre
optic cable. Teacher task Demonstration
Get sample cable from
3.2.2.2 Identify various types TMnet and show to the
of wireless students
transmission media
such as infrared, radio
wave and satellite.
At the end of the lessons, Individual task
students will be able to :
Retrieve information Accessing and
3.3.1.1 Define Network from books, magazines, processing information
Operating System. news papers, CDs,
Internet and others Brainstorming
3.3.1.2 Name the various of
the Network • List out the name of Inquiry
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Operating System various Network

Software. Operating System Compare and
Software differentiate
• Complete the check
list.
3.3.2 Client Software 3.3.2.1 State the functions of Group task
various client
software. Retrieve information
from books, magazines,
news papers, cds,
Internet and others.

Work in group of 3-4,

find and state the
function of ;

• web browser
(Internet Explorer,
Firefox)
• network utilities
(Ping, Trace Route)
• network file
manager (Network
Neighbourhood, My
Network Places)
• email client
(Outlook Express,
Thunderbird)

Compile the finding in

the form of short
essays.

3 3.4 Setting Network Students will be able to learn: At the end of the lessons, (Refer to provided Demonstration
(12 periods) Facilities students will be able to : module)
3.4.1 Installation of Network Teacher demonstrates Problem Solving
Interface Card (NIC) 3.4.1.1 Insert network on how to insert
interface card (NIC). Network Interface Card

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3.4.1.2 Install drivers for the
NIC.
3.4.2 Cable Crimping and 3.4.2.1 Crimp and test UTP
Testing cable
 Straight cable
 Crossed cable
3.4.2.2 Create awareness of
the correct way when
crimping the cable.
3.4.3 Configuration and 3.4.3.1 Configure the
Testing of Network workstation to join a
LAN :
 IP address
 Subnet Mask
 Server name
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Skills
Group task
1. In group of 4-5,
students follow step-by-
step instructions on
how to insert Network
Interface Card (NIC)
correctly.
2. Then, Install the
driver by follow step-by-
step installation
instructions provided.
(Refer to provided Demonstration
module)
Problem Solving
Teacher demonstrates
on how to crimp and
test cable.
Individual task
Students do the cable
crimping and testing
refer to the provided
module
Teacher demonstrates Demonstration
on how to configure
and test network
connection. Problem Solving
Group task
Pair activities
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3.4.3.2 Test the network Students state the

connection. information needed.

Students configure the

network connection
follow to the provided
module.

Ping the server from

the configured
workstation.

Teacher conducts
question and answer
session.

3.4.4 Share Data 3.4.1 Create a shared folder. Teacher demonstrates Assessing and
on how to create the Processing Information
shared folder.

Individual Task

Students set up a
shared folder.

• Save a file in the

shared folder.
• Access the file in the
shared folder from
other workstations.

1 3.5 Current and Future Students will be able to learn: At the end of the lessons, Group task
(4 periods) Developments students will be able to :
Form 3 groups, each Information Processing
3.5.1 Latest Development in group will given one Skills
Networks and topic.
Communications

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3.5.1.1 Describe : Retrieve information Assessing and

 Mobile Computing from relevant materials Processing Skill
(specifications, and the internet
services,
frequencies) Study on the chosen
 Internet Technology topic and save the
and Services (VOIP, document in the shared
BLOG) folder
 Types of network
(examples : PAN, Present the information
VPN, WLAN, using PowerPoint
WIMAX) Presentation

Individual task

Write a short report

(minimum of 350
words) on any chosen
topic and save the
document in the shared
folder.

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