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The GCSE
consists of 4 key assessment aspects:
A multiple choice examination of one hour
duration, in which pupils will need to show
their understanding of the uses
A written piece
of coursework design to solve a realistic ICT
problem
A second piece
of coursework in which pupils develop and extend
their original ICT solution
A final written
examination of 1 hour duration, during which
pupils show their understanding of
Experiences
offered by the GCSE
The opportunity for students to exploit
their use of ICT, focusing upon their own
strengths and interests
The ability to
develop the independence as users of IT,
broadening and consolidating their knowledge,
skills and understanding
To extend their
practical skills through the application of ICT
to a range of problems and situations to be
found in industry, commerce and the community
The opportunity
for students to gain a knowledge of appropriate
terminology, techniques and methods that enable
the effective use of ICT
The opportunity
for students to explore the impact of new
technologies on different working methods
The opportunity
for students to explore the social, legal,
economic, ethical and moral issues raised by the
use of ICT
Explore how ICT
is used in a range of working environments and
evaluate its potential in comparison to other
methods of working
Critically
appraise information systems to develop an
understanding of their performance capabilities
and limitations
The opportunity
to learn how to solve work-related problems
through the design and use of information
systems
The opportunity
to analyse, design, implement, test, evaluate
and document information technology systems for
use by others.
