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What is Information Technology

"Information Technology is the study of the various interrelated physical and non-physical technologies used for the of data, the processing of data into useful information and the management, presentation and dissemination of data. Information Technology studies the activities that deal with the solution of problems through logical and computational thinking. It includes the physical and non-physical components for the electronic transmission, access, and manipulation of data and information" (DBE, 2011, p. 8)

Topics in Information Technology and Descriptions

1. SOLUTION DEVELOPMENT

"Solution development is the development of software in a planned and structured process and is based on solving computational problems which include data-related problems through logical thinking. (DBE 2011 p. 12)

Learners learn how to create real-life applications using the Delphi API (Application Programming Interface) through algorithm development and different problem-solving techniques.

2. SYSTEM TECHNOLOGIES

Systems technologies refer to the physical and non-physical components of a computer system. (DBE, 2011, p. 15)

Learners have and opportunity to learn about the different parts that make up a computer systems, their functions and roles, and the benefits and risks of using them. They also learn about new computer system technologies.

3. COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES

Communication technologies include various network technologies to facilitate the management and dissemination of digital data from one point to another. Communication technologies also refer to the electronic systems used for electronic data interchange that facilitate, among others, communication and information dissemination between various individuals or groups at a single point or dispersed locations. (DBE, 2011, p. 14)

Learners have an opportunity to learn about network and communication technologies which allow data to be transferred from one device to another or others.

4. INTERNET TECHNOLOGIES

"Internet Technologies are related and interconnected technologies which enable the establishment of global networks, for various purposes such as collaboration, electronic data interchange, electronic commerce and social networking. Internet services technologies refer to a range of technologies and tools for the design, development and maintenance of websites " (DBE, 2011, p.16)

Learners have an opportunity to learn about the internet, different internet technologies and components that enable devices to have access to the internet. They will also learn basic HTML programming.

5. DATA AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

"Data and information management refers to the techniques and technologies involved in the collection, storage, dissemination and processing of data into information that results in knowledge and leads to decision making. It includes database design principles with specific reference to data storage, retrieval and information presentation design." (DBE, 2011, p. 17)

Learners will learn about techniques and technologies used in computer systems to collect, store, analyse and process data into information that can be used by businesses and people to make informed decisions. They will also develop skills such as database design, structuring and administration using Microsoft Access.

6. SOCIAL IMPLICATIONS

"Social implications in the IT curriculum refer to issues relating to the digital age, bridging the digital divide and the responsible use of ICTs." (DBE, 2011, p. 18)

Learners will have an opportunity to learn and explore the impact of Information and Communication Technologies on society in general.

Information Technology (IT) at Jane Furse Comprehensive School (JFCS) is fairly new. As a new subject, we are dedicated to attracting dedicated learners who are hardworking and are persistent.

IT falls within the Department of Mathematics, Sciences and Technology at JFCS. It is a Computer Science subject and therefor, a subject driving the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) within the Department of Basic Education. We have recently started using Google Classroom to help with content delivery during holidays and weekends, and as a tool we can use to provide support to those learners who need support when they are home. We are an innovative and dedicated team.

We also have a couple of events hosted by our team to encourage learners to take on the subject.

Brief Background

Mr Moditi T. Mamogobo is the Information Technology teacher at Jane Furse Comprehensive School since January in 2017. He was born at the Jane Furse Memorial Hospital and grew up at the Lebowakgomo township, in Limpopo.

Secondary and Tertiary Education

Moditi, who matriculated from S.J van der Merwe Technical High School in Lebowakgomo in the year 2008, is a former Information Technology learner himself.

"After high school I wanted to be an electrical engineer and so I applied and was admitted to the B.Eng Electrical Engineering degree at the University of Pretoria in 2019. Three months into the degree I started losing interest. Engineering at the university looks fun from the outside, but once you actually get in, its all books, calculators and tutorial classes. I wanted to go back to my passion of computers"

In the second semester of 2019 he was admitted to the BIS Information Science degree and completed in 2012. In 2013 he completed his Post Graduate Certificate in Education with specialisation in Information Technology from the University of Pretoria.

Career

Moditi started working at Ngwaabe Comprehensive Secondary School at the Ga-Masha village in Limpopo, as a Computer Applications Technology (CAT) teacher from February 2014 to January 2017.

He is currently working as the IT teacher at Jane Furse Comprehensive School.

Contact

Mobile phone: 0794854593

Email: moditi.mamogobo@gmail.com