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Handbook 1997 : Faculty of Education : Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)

466-894 Computers in Administration

Credit Points:

16.7

Coordinator:

Pam Andrew

Timetable:

Semester 1

Contact:

A 2-hour session each week consisting of lecture presentations and workshops

Objectives:

On completion of this subject students should be able to:

  • understand the uses that can be made of computers and related technologies in the administration of early childhood settings;

  • understand the advantages and disadvantages of such technologies in early childhood settings;

  • develop skills in the selection and use of administrative software packages; and

  • develop skills in the development of their own administrative programs to assist in the administration of early childhood settings.

Content:

Examination of uses that can be made of computers and related technologies in early childhood settings in the light of the advantages and disadvantages of so doing. Students will undertake practical sessions to develop skills in the use of personal computers in order to install, utilise and maintain administrative programs and packages, and programs they have produced themselves.

Assessment:

An essay of approximately 2000 words (40%); and practical computer-based tasks equivalent to 3000 words (60%).
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