Information and Communication Technologies T 209 Information Communication

Information and Communication Technologies T 209 Information & Communication Technologies (People and Interaction) Session 1 October 14 2008 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 1

Information and Communication Technologies Welcome to T 209 course This is an exciting and innovative course about the development in the field of information and communication technologies. 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 2

Information and Communication Technologies Introduction • This course is a 16 credit course. • It contains 5 modules plus a project (TMA 06), • Each module includes: - printed texts - video materials - applications software - resources CD (texts, articles and animation) • Each tutorial will last 2. 5 hours to 3 hours. 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 3

Information and Communication Technologies Key Features • Foundation for other courses Telematics project (based on CS 490/M 301) T 471 - Digital Communications (based on T 209) T 305 - • Level 2 Builds on T 175 • Core Set of Learning Skills Improving Own Learning and Performance, Communication, IT, Collaboration • Project Work Group (TMA 04) & Individual (TMA 06) 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 4

Information and Communication Technologies Aims of T 209 • Introduce you to a range of concepts and principles regarding Information and Communication Technologies (ICT); • Provide you with the knowledge and understanding of some of the applications, issues and modelling techniques relevant to ICT; • Develop your analytical, critical and innovative skills in thinking about and discussing technology; • Develop your communication skills such as reading and writing documents related to ICT; • Develop your numerical and mathematical skills; • Facilitate further study in technological subjects. 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 5

Information and Communication Technologies Description of the course 5 Modules + (Group Work and Individual )Projects 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 6

Information and Communication Technologies The modules • In Touch And Informed • Computer technologies • Network technologies • Wireless technologies • Talking With Computers • Human-technology communication • Audio editing and speech recognition software • Managing Networks • Business-networking models • LAN protocol • 10/29/2021 design rules Network management tools. Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 7

Information and Communication Technologies The modules ( continue) • Cyborg - Bionics - Robotics - Cyberspace - Identity • Security - Threats - Scenarios - Algorithms 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 8

Information and Communication Technologies Overall Structure 5 wks 10/29/2021 5 wks Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 5 wks 6 wks 4 wks 9

Information and Communication Technologies Broad Aims • To give an understanding of a number of key information and communication technologies • To help develop skills as an effective and reflective learner. 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 10

Information and Communication Technologies Knowledge & Understanding of: • ICT systems - Principles, concepts and techniques - Theoretical and practical models - Technical descriptions • Basic simulation and modelling concepts. • Techniques & tools for modelling, predicting and evaluating the behaviour & performance of ICT systems. • Economic, commercial, social and political issues that may influence decisions about ICT systems 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 11

Information and Communication Technologies Learning Skills • Communicate effectively about ICTs; • Improve own learning & performance; • Solve problems associated with ICTs; • Work with others to discuss & resolve issues; • Apply numerical and mathematical skills to describe and analyse ICT system behaviour; • Interpret and critically analyze literature on ICT systems, techniques, applications and issues. 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 12

Information and Communication Technologies Practical Skills • Use PCs and communication networks to prepare, deliver and communicate ideas and issues about ICTs; • Execute and explore simulations relevant to ICTs; • Search for and work with electronic resources; 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 13

Information and Communication Technologies Assessment Weighting 10/29/2021 Component 6% TMA 01 7% TMA 02 6% TMA 03 10% TMA 04 6% TMA 05 10% TMA 06 - End of Course Project 3% QUIZ 01 4% QUIZ 02 4% QUIZ 03 4% QUIZ 04 20% Modules 1 -2 -3 Midterm 20% Modules 4 -5 -6 Final 100% Total Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 14

Information and Communication Technologies Learning material • Study Guide • Companions Study Guide, Assignment, Articles • Module books • Activities Exploratory, reading, summarizing, selfassessment… • Journal Learning & Workbook • CD-ROMs Course (T 209 CD-Rom), Resource (ICT CD-ROM)… • Video (HTI & Cyborg) • Live Website (updates & links) 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 15

Information and Communication Technologies Companion • Guide for the module • Starting point for studying each module • Contains: - Aims of the Module - Information on how to start studying the module - Learning outcomes - TMA related to this module - CMA ? ? 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 16

Information and Communication Technologies Modules books • Each module comprise a set of books ex: for module 1 we have five books • There is an Electronic format of these books on the T 209 CD-Rom 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 17

Information and Communication Technologies Activities • All of the modules contain activities • Some of the different types of activities: - Reading (to read specified documents) - Self assessment (to test your understanding of the ideas and concepts covered in the text) - Exploratory (to develop your curiosity) - Journal (to improve and develop your learning performance) 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 18

Information and Communication Technologies Journal • Space to record the outcomes of your activities • Learning Section (Supporting reflective study) Development of learning skills Before, during, & After activities Complete Learning Outcomes Use this section to capture what you do, how you do it, and any benefits and disadvantage you discover. • Workbook Section (a space to record your day-to-day work) Supporting development of ‘engineering skills and techniques’ • This journal is your private space and will not be asked to be made public 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 19

Information and Communication Technologies CD-ROMs • T 209 CD-ROM - Electronic version of the printed materials - Software • ICT CD-ROM - Variety of learning resources relevant to T 209 • On-Line Application CD-ROM - Variety of software applications to support your studies (First- Class, Web Browser, Adobe Acrobat Reader…) 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 20

Information and Communication Technologies Software • Speech Recognition Application Development Toolkit • Network Simulation Ethernet LAN • Encryption Block Codes, Modular Arithmetic, PGP 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 21

Information and Communication Technologies Computer Conferencing • Modules & ECA • Tutor Groups Assessed activities • Project Groups Built by tutors Established early (Module 2) 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 22

Information and Communication Technologies Live Website • Course website: http: //arabweb 1. open. ac. uk/t 209 Username: t 209 Password: otherstring • Updated articles • Links to WWW resources 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 23

Information and Communication Technologies Module 1 In touch and informed 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 24

Information and Communication Technologies Aims • Introduce the important topics in the technology of a selection of communication systems. • Introduce the important topics in the technology of computer systems, particularly as found in small palmtop or handheld computers. • Develop your learning and communication skills. 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 25

Information and Communication Technologies Module 1 Components • • This module comprise five books: - T 209 CD-Rom - • • • 10/29/2021 S Systems T Technologies E Epilogue D Documents C Communication skills contain the electronic form of books S, T, C & E and most of book D ICT CD-Rom (T 529) Module 1 companion Journal – Module 1 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 26

Information and Communication Technologies Questions • How do I start ? ? • Which books should I read First? • How much time should I study? • Are there some activities ? • What Am I going to learn in this module? 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 27

Information and Communication Technologies Answers • All these answers, and other type of information, are provided in the Module 1 Companion. • So the best place to start your study, for each module, is the: MODULE COMPANION 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 28

Information and Communication Technologies Module 1 Companion • In the companion you will find : – Aims of the module – A description of the module components (how you should start studying) – Study time – Information about the activities – Learning outcomes – TMA 01 information 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 29

Information and Communication Technologies Study Chart 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 30

Information and Communication Technologies Study time • Always refer to your study calendar. • Have a look at the weekly study guides. • Devote enough time for your weekly study. 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 31

Information and Communication Technologies Activities • Activities are part of the studying process. • Activities needs to be done • Different type of activities - Exploratory - Reading - Self-assessment 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 32

Information and Communication Technologies Learning Outcomes • In this section of the module companion you will find the points which you are expected to achieve during the study of this module. • A copy of these outcomes can be found in the Learning section of the journal 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 33

Information and Communication Technologies TMA 01 • Aim for studying the course • The TMA is designed to: - Understanding technology Covered in the module - Improving Learning skills • Cut-off date: 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 34

Information and Communication Technologies What should I read for next week? • • • 10/29/2021 Read the Course Guide. Read the Module 1 Companion. Read TMA 01. Have a look at the study Calendar. Skim Book S Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 35

Information and Communication Technologies See You next Week and have a nice day 10/29/2021 Arab Open University – Lebanon T 209 a - Module 1 36