ICT

The aims of the Rushcliffe ICT department are that EVERY student will leave school with  wide range of modern and relevant ICT skills.

Teaching and learning  takes place in ICT suites which provide a modern, stimulating environment in which to learn, using resources that bring the curriculum to life, in lessons that are engaging.

Courses are supported by use of our MOODLE VLE which provides anytime anywhere access to learning resources.

 

We aim to ensure that all students receive immediate written feedback from their teacher, via the VLE on the level of their coursework, with formative comments on how to achieve the next level.  

We consider ICT capability to be of equal importance to numeracy and literacy, and all Rushcliffe students gain a thorough understanding of the use of ICT skills across a wide range of applications

KS3

In Years, 7&8, all students study ICT for 1 lesson per week. ICT lessons are delivered through a range of interactive resources including Hodder’s Dynamic Learning.

"Dynamic Learning is the ultimate online teaching and learning resource. Combining award-winning quality content with easy-to-use tools, it supports teachers and encourages students to develop, progress and achieve." Hodder.

Year 7 Topics Introduction Module 1 Presenting information Module 2 Selecting, refining and using information Module 3 Modelling Module 4 Data handling 1 Module 5 Controlling systems Game Design Module 1.

Year 8 Topics Module 1 Computational thinking with Scratch Module 2App design and development Module 3 Data Handling 2 Module 4 Multimedia Project Module 5 Game Design Module 2 Module 7 Computer Programming Languages

Year 9 

An integrating suite of topics that provide solutions for Band manager, which involves managing and promoting a Pop Band. Topics include

• Graphics design
• Business documentation
• Music Mix
• Video Shoot
• Modelling
• Data Handling
• Newsletter

KS4

Cambridge Nationals L2 ICT’

The Cambridge Nationals ICT L2 is composed of75% coursework, including an introduction to programming and 1 written exam. It provides an excellent pathway for those looking to gain as much hands on ICT experience as possible and covers a wider range of software packages.

KS5 

The post 16 course is Cambridge Technical IT Level 3 Introductory Diploma

This 16+ course has the benefit of providing students with the very latest skills in developing and maintaining ICT systems. The modular course is 100% coursework. It is also UCAS accredited, so can be studied by those on a pathway to higher education.

 Mr Salmeron - Head of ICT and E-Learning