Lesson-1-FIT-Introduction.pdf

FOUNDATION IN Vicente Patalita III [email protected] INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY +639266400129 DATA, INFORMATION AND KNOWLEDGE Data is a collection of facts, such as numbers, words, measurements, observations or just descriptions of things. Information on the...

FOUNDATION IN Vicente Patalita III [email protected] INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY +639266400129 DATA, INFORMATION AND KNOWLEDGE Data is a collection of facts, such as numbers, words, measurements, observations or just descriptions of things. Information on the other hand, is data endowed with relevance and purpose. It is a collection of facts organized in such a way that they have value beyond the facts themselves, The value of information is directly linked to how it helps decision makers achieve their organization’s goals. Knowledge are accepted facts, principles, or rules of thumb that are useful for specific domains. Knowledge can be the result of inferences and implications produced from simple information facts. THE BASICS – WHAT IS INFORMATION? Information is data processed for some purpose. It can be considered to be ‘real’ if it meets certain criteria. 1. it must be communicated to the recipient 2. it must be in a language that is understood 3. it must be in a suitable form 4. it must be relevant for achieving some purpose  Characteristics of a GOOD QUALITY INFORMATION For an information to be useful, it should have the following characteristics: Accurate Complete Cost-Beneficial User-Targeted Relevant Authoritative Timely Easy-to-Use  Characteristics of a Good Quality Information (ACCURATE) Characteristic Definition Accurate Information should be fair and free from bias. Complete Contains all the important facts Cost-Beneficial Information should be analysed for its benefits against the cost of obtaining it User-targeted Information should be communicated in the style, format, detail and complexity which address the needs of users of the information. Relevant Information should be communicated to the right person Authoritative Information should come from reliable source. Timely Information should be communicated in time so that receiver of the information has enough time to decide appropriate actions based on the information received. Easy to Use Information should be understandable to the users. Adapted from Tosin Harold Akingbemisilu, https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/20141028075709-241876614-characteristics-of-good-quality-information-accurate/  THE NEED FOR INFORMATION LITERACY Information Literacy is a set of abilities requiring individuals to "recognize when information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use effectively the needed information." TOWARDS DIGITAL LITERACY “Technology or Digital Literacy ithe ability to use digital technology, communication tools, and/or networks to define an information need, access, manage, integrate and evaluate information, create new information or knowledge and be able to communicate this information to others.” International ICT Literacy Panel (2002) How to behave How to do How to use How to communicate How to belong How to make How to evaluate How to participate  Participate confidently online by Understanding the culture (history, understanding and capitalizing upon the language, customs and values) e.g. Netiquette Cu Cf ways in which the online world differs from the offline world Creating new things which add value Incorporates what we know of as computer where the focus is more on the value Cg literacy or IT skills with an understanding of the key concepts. Cr created than the act of creating something new involves knowing what it means to Using reasoning skills to question, ‘construct’ something in a digital analyze, scrutinize and environment; how content can be Cn Ct evaluate digital content, tools and appropriated, reused and remixed. applications. Knowing the purpose of various online Understanding one’s digital rights and Co tools and how they are different or similar to each other. Ci responsibilities. Adapted from https://findingheroes.co.nz/2015/06/11/digital-literacy-has-8-essential-elements/  ICT AND THE SOCIETY COMMUNICATIONS ECONOMICS EDUCATION TRAVEL Social networking sites Online marketing Learning Resources Online Booking/Reservation Instant messaging and video calls Convenient business txns Online Learning Online Tracking of Reservations Forums and webinars Online payment gateways Record Keeping TOP 3 REQUIREMENTS FOR JOB APPLICATNS ICT SKILLS COMMUNICATION ANALYTICAL SKILLS ICT skills are about understanding and SKILLS Communication skills are the abilities you Analytical skills refer to the ability applying a range of computer programs, use when giving and receiving different to collect and analyze information, software and other applications. kinds of information. It involves listening, problem-solve, and make speaking, observing and empathizing. decisions. ICT Literacy Checklist for Students by UNESCO Students should be familiar with basic concepts of ICT. Students should feel confident about using computers. Students should be able to use graphics appropriately. Students should be familiar with using computers to communicate. Students should be aware of how ICT changes jobs. Students can build and use robots to perform experiments. Students should be able to use computers in art. Students should be able to use computers in dance and music. Students should be able to use computers for modelling and simulation. Students should be able to use a simple statistical package. Students should be able to use a suitable graphics tools. Students should be able to create and play music using hardware and software. REFERENCES SuperKid. https://i1.wp.com/globaldigitalcitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/super_kid.jpg?r esize=1024%2C512&ssl=1 Empower: http://www.printed-editions.com/upload/standard/_Gilf_Empower_Equality_248.jpg Information Literacy. http://www.ala.org/acrl/standards/informationliteracycompetency Qualities of Good Information https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/20141028075709-241876614-characteristics-of-good-q uality-information-accurate