IB ITGS SL

Social Studies Departmental Courses
Grades: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Course Length: 2 Years
Course Credits: 2 Credits

IB ITGS SL combines social science methodologies with ethical considerations usually associated with philosophy. It encourages students to recognize that there is a wide range of opinions regarding the impact of IT on individuals and their societies. The course is divided into three units – social and ethical issues; IT systems and areas of impact. This course that examines the impact of information technology on individuals and societies both at the global and local level.

Historical Context of IT Systems: Moore’s Law
Hardware, Software, Interface Basics
Using: WP, SS, DB, PPT, DTP, HTML
Data Communications via LAN, WAN, Internet
Systems/Data Security and Reliability
IT Uses and Issues in:
Business, Education, Government, Arts & Entertainment, Health and Science
Simulations and Virtual Reality
Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
Social and Ethical Issues Resulting Form IT Development