Course LIVING IN THE IT ERA

SEM/AY FIRST SEMESTER / 2020-2021

COURSE GUIDE

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Living in the IT Era is one of the 3-unit elective courses offered for General Education under
the Mathematics, Science, and Technology strand. The course explores the science, culture and
ethics of information technology, along with its uses and applications for personal, professional,
and social advancement.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
At the end of the course, students should be able to:

a. Learn the fundamentals of computer and learn the skills necessary to pursue careers in the IT era.
b. Create documents from office application software’s and further their knowledge in Software
Application.
c. Understand the Web Development and Internet processes, ethics and also to gain knowledge in
networking.
d. Learn further than what was given to them by research and advance study.
e. Ability to become a leader and a team player, discussing ideas a certain group of activities like real
life situation role playing to achieve a higher level of learning.

COURSE CONTENT/OUTLINE

Unit I. Course Orientation Module 1: Course orientation and overview

Unit II. Introduction to Computer
Unit III. The Computer and its Parts
Unit IV. Computer Language
Unit V. Software
Unit VI. Application Software
Unit VII. Network
Unit VIII. Internet
Module 2: The history of computer.
Module 3. What is inside the computer?
Module 4: Number system
Module 5: Application software
Module 6: System software
Module 7: Word processing software
Module 8: Presentation software
Module 9: Spreadsheet software
Module 10: Database management system
Module 11: The basics of Networking
Module 12: The internet then and now
Module 13: Getting started in HTML program
Module 14: Introducing HTML basic tags
Module 15: HTML Special Tags

COURSE MATERIALS/READINGS/RESOURCES

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 The main references of this course are the following:

a. Goel, A. (April 2010). Computer Fundamentals. Pearson India.

b. Mary A. Soriano, J. M. (2010). Computer Fundamentals. Intramuros, Manila: Mindshapers Co,.
c. Mugivane, F. (2014). INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER. Advatech Office Supplies Ltd Soin Arcade
Ground Floor, Westlands.
d. Sr., A. M. (2003). Introduction to Computer. Valenzuela City: World Class Printing and Packaging.

COURSE CALENDAR/SCHEDULE
Week Date/Period Activity
1 August 24-29 Module 1: Course Orientation
 Course Introduction
 Course Expectation
 Course Syllabus
 Classroom Rules for Online Learning / Discussion Board Posting /
Video Viewing
Worksheet: The Student Fact Sheet
Research: The University Profile
Activity: The Classroom Covenant
Essay: Reflection on the new normal education system
2 August 31 – Module 2: The history of computer
September 4  First Generation (Vacuum Tubes)
 Second Generation (Transistor)
 Third Generation (Integrated Circuits)
 Fourth Generation (Microprocessor)
 Fifth Generation (Artificial Intelligence)
Activity: The Development timeframe
Research: Artificial Intelligence Technologies (2015-2020)
Quiz: Generations of Computer
3 September 7 – Module 3: What is inside the computer?
11  What is Computer?
 Looking inside the Computer
Video: Computer Parts
Research: Latest trends and technology
Quiz: What is inside the computer?
4-5 September 14- Module 4: Number System
18  Bit and Byte
 Binary Numerical System
 Conversion of Number System
September 21-  Conversion from Binary to any Number System
26  Decimal System
 Conversion from Decimal to any Number System
 Conversion from Octal to any Number System
 Conversion from Hexadecimal to any Number System
Activity: Role Play
Quiz: Conversion
6 September 28- Module 5: Application Software
October 3  What is a software?
 Web-based Applications
 Productivity Software

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  Business Software
 Media Software
 Entertainment Software
 Software Licenses
Activity: Application Glitches
Research: Articles about the e-governance
7 October 5 – 10 Module 6: System Software
 What is a system software?
 Operating system
 Types of Operating System
 Functions of Operating System
 The Boot Process
 File Management
 Utility Programs
Video: Dual Boot Operating System
Research: Mobile Operating System
8 October 12-17 Module 7: Word Processing Software
 The Word Processing Program and their Uses
 The Word Processor Interface
 Entering and Editing Text
 Formatting Text
 Paragraph Format
 Document Format
 Special features of Word Processing Software
 Language Tools
 Adding Graphics and Sounds
 Template
Activity: Resume. Family Tree
9 October 19-24 Midterm Examination
10-12 October 26-31 Module 8: Presentation Software
 Presentation Program Basics
 Presentation Program Interface
 Creating Presentation
 Formatting Slides
 Special features of Presentation Program
 Presenting Slideshow
Video: PowerPoint Macro
Activity: Create a game using animations.

November 3-7 Module 9: Spreadsheet Software

 Spreadsheet Program and their Uses
 Spreadsheet Interface
 Entering data in a worksheet
 Labels
 Values
 Dates
 Formulas
 Function
 Entering and Formatting a worksheet
 Adding Chart
 Analyzing Data in Spreadsheet
Activity: Simple Registration Form
November 9-14

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 Module 10: Database Management System
 Databases and Database Management System
 The Database
 The DBMS
 Working with Database
 Creating Database Tables
 Understanding Field Types
 Entering data in a Table
 Viewing Records
 Sorting Records
 Querying Database
 Generating Reports
Activity: Simple Registration Form
13 November 16- Module 11: The basics of Networking
21  Local Area Network
 Metropolitan Area Network
 Wide Area Network
 Network Terms
 Peer-to-Peer Network
 Client/Server Network
 Network Media
 Network Hardware
Activity: Establish Peer-to-Peer Connection
14-17 November 23- Module 12: The Internet
28  Network of Networks
 Launching your Browser
 Navigating the Web
 Searching the Web
Research: Process of Phishing.

December 1-5 Module 13: Getting started in HTML program

 What do You need to begin in designing
 Home Page
 You need a Folder
 You need a Browser
 You need a word processor
 You need to have both Your browser and notepad running
 Placing the notepad Icon on your desktop
 Naming Your webpage
 Loading your webpage into your browser
Activity: Download and Install Notepad ++
December 8-12 Module 14: Introducing HTML basic tags
 What is HTML?
 Start with a Title
 Add Heading and Paragraphs
 Paragraph tag <p>
 Line Breaks
 HTML Horizontal Rule
 Formatting Elements with Tags
 Bold, Italic and More
 HTML-Formatting Tag Usage
 HTML Colour Coding System – Colour Names

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  Font and Base font
Activity: Hands-on Experience using HTML

December 15- Module 15: HTML special tags

19  Adding interest to your pages with images
 Adding Links to other pages
 Three kinds of lists
Activity: Hands-on Experience using HTML
18 December 22- Final Examination
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS
As LSPU students, you know that for the most part you will be studying on your own. Do read/view the
resources, guided by the Course Syllabus. This way you will be able to keep up with the discussion,
assignments and other requirements.

A. Participation in the Discussion

Living in the IT era is a flexible learning course. Topic discussions will either be online or offline through
the use of applicable mediums of discussion like Google meet, Zoom, Moodle learning platforms using the
learning management system. Discussions may also be in the form of printed learning materials which is
equally comprehensive and self-containing with the aforementioned platforms.

Please participate in the discussion mediums since this is an opportunity for you to clarify what you have
learned on your own not only with your tutor but also with other members of the class. It is also a good
way to learn from one another.

Your contribution to the discussion mediums either online or in printed materials (activity sheets,
reports, and other outputs will be graded. Your postings or answers to discussion questions in a concise
way and with as much insight and reflection as possible. There are usually no right or wrong answers to
the questions, only honest and well thought out ones. And please be guided by the following marking
scheme (middle values may be given).

RUBRICS FOR DISCUSSION POSTINGS

Answer to Guide Question Score

The answer shows a deep understanding of the ideas in the course materials. 5 7 10

They reflect an incisive analysis of theory, practice and personal experience. 5 7 10

They are well supported by valid arguments, appropriate 5 7 10

examples/illustrations/details and relevant personal experiences.

Reaction/Comments

The reactions/comments reflect understanding and analysis of the DB postings 1 3 5

concerned.

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 They are reasonable and well supported by theory/practice/ personal 1 3 5
experience/logical examples/illustrations.

Timeliness
The postings are timely/up-to-date (i.e., contributed within the assigned 1 3 5
schedule/time frame).

Organization and Mechanics

The postings are organized, clear, concise, and grammatically correct. 1 3 5

TOTAL /50

B. Performance Tasks Accomplishment

This course requires lecture and laboratory tasks assigned in each of the modules. For Online Activities,
you may refer to the assigned Google Classroom intended for this course. For Offline Activities, you can
accomplish your tasks either saved in a flash drives or writing on the printed modules.

Submission Guidelines. Activity Sheets may be submitted online as email attachments in the LMS or
with the designated email address of the Faculty-in-Charge.

Online submissions: Activity sheets and laboratory reports/outputs submitted online as email
attachments to the designated LMS. This should carry this file name:
Examples: eELECT1_Week1_DeLaCruz_Berald.doc

eELECT1_Week1_DeLaCruz_Berald.pdf

C. Final Exam/Major Performance Task

There are two examinations for living in the IT era – midterm and final term. This will cover the major
concepts, principles and application of the course. The exam schedules are on the 9 th and 18th week of LSPU
academic calendar for AY 2020-2021.

Online examinations will be done under Google classroom/from observing its controls and restrictions.
Offline examination will be printed from where assessment follows criteria in the form of rubrics.

GRADING SCHEME

Following are the allotted points for each course requirement. The table shows the transmutation values for
the final course grade.

Course Discussion 20%

Activity Sheets 40%

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 Exam/ Outputs 40%

TOTAL 100 %

HOUSE RULES

1. Participate actively in each discussion to maximize your learning.

2. Try hard to follow the Course Syllabus.

3. Submit activity sheets on or before their due dates. You will be duly informed and reminded about
the deadline for each activity sheet. Late activity sheets will be accepted, provided there is a
valid reason for the delay. However, they cannot be awarded the highest possible score.
4. Activity sheets should be written in English or Filipino. Be grammatical. Write as effectively as
possible (i.e., with clarity and coherence, organization, as well as conciseness).

5. Do your activity sheet assignments yourself and observe the ethics of scholarship. You may discuss
your work with each other (for example during online study sessions or in a study group off
schedule).

If you “borrow” or use an idea from another source (meaning someone other than yourself), be sure to cite
that source (or sources). Enclose quoted material in quotation marks or use italics and write the source. But
as much as possible, paraphrase, do not lift.

Acknowledge sources and make a bibliography of them at the end of the assignment following APA
(American Psychological Association) guidelines. You can consult
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/ for the APA formats.

6. Always keep a duplicate copy of your activity sheets in your files just in case you need to resubmit
them (e.g., they are lost in transit; or there is a technological glitch).

7. SMS and phone calls should be kept to a minimum, should be sent/made only when necessary,
and only between 9am and 9pm, Monday to Friday.

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