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Paper 1: Testimonial

Unit 1 - Collaborating online respectfully

This unit has been designed to familiarise you with the school network. It will remind you of the appropriate use of the school network, and update and you on online safety issues. Whilst completing this unit, you will also learn how to use presentation software effectively. In terms of online safety, this unit focuses on respecting others online, spotting strangers, and the effects of cyberbullying.

Topic 1 - Welcome to the computing lab

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1. Introduction

Create a memorable and secure password for an account on the school network
Remember the rules of the computing lab

Topic 2 - Welcome to your workstation

4. Types of software and interrupts

Plan effective presentations for a given audience
Describe cyberbullying
Explain the effects of cyberbullying

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2. Sending emails

Find personal documents and common applications
Recognise a respectful email
Construct an effective email and send it to the correct recipients

Topic 3 - Respectful online communication

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3. Online communication

Describe how to communicate with peers online

Topic 4 - Presenting to an audience

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Topic 5 - Who are you talking to?

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5. Friends and impersonators

Check who you are talking to online

Assessment

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6. End of unit assessment

Reflection

Assessment

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