"GCSE ICT for EDEXCEL" by Ken Slee, Molly Wischhusen, Janet Snell and Jenny Johnson
Chapter 1 : Computers and Society
Need to be clear on how COMPUTERS have changed various aspects of our SOCIETY. There are numerous areas where this can be described, along with examples to make them into CASE STUDIES, for example:
EDUCATION
BANKING
RETAILING
HEALTHCARE
CRIME
Chapter 2 : Computer Hardware and Software
Need to consider INPUT DEVICES, OUTPUT DEVICES, STORAGE and PROCESSES
I would also recommend that you purchase a USB or FLASH drive from Mr. Fawcett, or another source to use as backup. This is vital for your coursework in particular.
And one year on, how many of you have proper backups ?
Chapter 3: Word Processing and Desktop Publishing
Main functions of this software.
Chapter 4: Spreadsheets
Main functions of this software.
Chapter 5: Databases
Main functions of this software.
Chapter 6: Communications
Main advantages and drawbacks of the main communications methods: e-mail etc...
Chapter 7: Presentation
Main functions of this software.
Chapter 8: Spreadsheet Modelling and Simulations
Useful for your coursework.
Chapter 9: Data Logging and Control
Examples of where computers are provided with data inputs, and how this can then be used to send instructions to actuators and motors to produce an element of control. Consider, for example, what happens when you drive up to a barrier at a multi storey car park.
Chapter 10: Systems Analysis and Coursework
This will be a useful chapter to refer to as you put together your coursework projects.