BECE · 12 topics

Computing

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Basic 7

4 topics

Strand 1: Introduction to Computing

Sub-strand 1: Components of Computers and Computer Systems
- Hardware components: CPU, memory, storage and peripherals
- Input and output devices and their functions
- Computer system unit: motherboard, RAM, ROM
- Types of computers: desktop, laptop, tablet, smartphone
- Basic computer maintenance and care
Sub-strand 2: Technology in the Community
- Uses of ICT in education, health, business and government
- Impact of technology on communities and daily life
- Digital divide and access to technology
- Emerging technologies in Ghana and Africa
Sub-strand 3: Health and Safety in the Use of ICT Tools
- Ergonomics: correct posture at the computer
- Eye strain and repetitive strain injury prevention
- Safe online behaviour and digital citizenship
- Managing screen time and technology use

Strand 2: Productivity Software

Sub-strand 1: Introduction to Word Processing
- Creating and formatting documents
- Font styles, sizes, alignment and spacing
- Inserting images, tables and headers/footers
- Spell-checking, editing and printing documents
- File management: saving, naming and organising
Sub-strand 2: Introduction to Presentation Software
- Creating slide presentations
- Adding text, images and media to slides
- Slide transitions and animations
- Presenting to an audience using slideshow mode
Sub-strand 3: Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheet
- Spreadsheet interface: cells, rows and columns
- Entering and formatting data
- Basic formulas: SUM, AVERAGE, MAX, MIN
- Creating simple charts and graphs from data

Strand 3: Communication Networks

Sub-strand 1: Computer Networks
- Types of networks: LAN, WAN, MAN
- Network components: router, switch, modem
- Wired and wireless connections
- Benefits and challenges of networking
Sub-strand 2: Internet and Social Media
- The internet: how it works and its services
- Web browsers and search engines
- Email: creating, sending and managing messages
- Social media platforms and responsible use
- Online safety and privacy
Sub-strand 3: Information Security
- Threats to information: viruses, malware, phishing
- Password security and account protection
- Antivirus software and firewalls
- Safe internet browsing habits
Sub-strand 4: Web Technologies
- Websites: structure and purpose
- Difference between web pages and websites
- Introduction to HTML: basic tags and structure
- Evaluating credibility of web content

Strand 4: Computational Thinking

Sub-strand 1: Introduction to Programming
- What is programming and why it matters
- Algorithms: definition and simple examples
- Flowcharts and pseudocode
- Introduction to block-based programming (e.g., Scratch)
Sub-strand 2: Algorithm
- Designing step-by-step solutions to problems
- Sequencing, selection and repetition in algorithms
- Testing and debugging algorithms
- Everyday examples of algorithms
Sub-strand 3: Robotics
- What is a robot and how robots work
- Types and applications of robots
- Sensors, actuators and control in robots
- Simple robotics programming activities
Sub-strand 4: Artificial Intelligence
- Introduction to artificial intelligence
- Examples of AI in everyday life
- Machine learning: how computers learn
- Ethical considerations in AI

Basic 8

4 topics

Strand 1: Introduction to Computing

Sub-strand 1: Components of Computers and Computer Systems
- Operating systems: functions and types
- File management and directory structures
- Software: system software, application software
- Installing and uninstalling software
- Troubleshooting common computer problems
Sub-strand 2: Technology in the Community
- E-commerce and online shopping
- Mobile money and digital financial services
- Telemedicine and health technology
- E-governance and digital public services in Ghana
Sub-strand 3: Health and Safety in the Use of ICT Tools
- Cyberbullying: recognition and response
- Data privacy and personal information online
- Intellectual property and copyright
- Responsible use of social media

Strand 2: Productivity Software

Sub-strand 1: Introduction to Word Processing
- Advanced formatting: styles, themes and templates
- Mail merge for personalised documents
- Collaboration features: track changes and comments
- Long document features: table of contents, index
Sub-strand 2: Introduction to Presentation
- Advanced presentation design principles
- Embedding video and audio in presentations
- Interactive presentations with hyperlinks
- Effective presentation delivery skills
Sub-strand 3: Introduction to Desktop Publishing
- Desktop publishing concepts and tools
- Creating newsletters, flyers and brochures
- Layout design: columns, frames and text flow
- Typography and graphic design basics
Sub-strand 4: Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheet
- Advanced formulas: IF, VLOOKUP, COUNT functions
- Conditional formatting and data validation
- PivotTables for data analysis
- Sorting, filtering and managing large datasets

Strand 3: Communication Networks

Sub-strand 1: Computer Networks
- Network protocols: TCP/IP, HTTP, FTP
- IP addresses and domain names
- Cloud computing and its services
- Network security measures
Sub-strand 2: Internet and Social Media
- Advanced internet research skills
- Evaluating and citing online sources
- Blogging and content creation
- Digital footprint and online reputation
Sub-strand 3: Information Security
- Encryption and data protection
- Two-factor authentication
- Recognising and avoiding online scams
- Data backup and recovery strategies
Sub-strand 4: Web Technologies
- HTML: tables, forms and links
- CSS: styling web pages
- Introduction to web hosting and domain registration
- Responsive web design basics

Strand 4: Computational Thinking

Sub-strand 1: Introduction to Programming
- Text-based programming introduction (Python/BASIC)
- Variables, data types and operators
- Input and output statements
- Debugging and testing programs
Sub-strand 2: Algorithm
- Sorting algorithms: bubble sort and selection sort
- Searching algorithms: linear and binary search
- Complexity of algorithms
- Decomposition and pattern recognition
Sub-strand 3: Robotics
- Programming robots to complete tasks
- Sensors and their integration in robotics
- Industrial and service robots
- Robotics competitions and projects
Sub-strand 4: Artificial Intelligence
- Natural language processing and chatbots
- Image recognition and computer vision
- Recommendation systems in apps
- AI in education and learning

Basic 9

4 topics

Strand 1: Introduction to Computing

Sub-strand 1: Components of Computers and Computer Systems
- Computer architecture and processor design
- Memory hierarchy: cache, RAM, secondary storage
- Virtualisation and virtual machines
- Emerging computing platforms: IoT, wearables, embedded systems
Sub-strand 2: Technology in the Community (Communication)
- 4G/5G networks and mobile technology
- Smart cities and digital infrastructure
- Technology in agriculture: precision farming
- Ghana's digital economy and digital Ghana agenda
Sub-strand 3: Health and Safety in the Use of ICT Tools
- Cyber laws and regulations in Ghana
- Reporting cybercrime: CERT-GH and regulatory bodies
- Ethics in ICT: responsible AI and data use
- Digital wellbeing and mental health

Strand 2: Productivity Software

Sub-strand 1: Introduction to Word Processing
- Academic writing with word processors
- Reference management and bibliography tools
- Creating accessible documents
- Collaborative document management
Sub-strand 2: Introduction to Presentation
- Data visualisation in presentations
- Infographics and visual storytelling
- Presenting complex information clearly
- Professional presentation techniques
Sub-strand 3: Introduction to Desktop Publishing
- Advanced layout and design for print and digital
- Creating professional publications
- Colour theory and visual hierarchy
- Publishing workflows and standards
Sub-strand 4: Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheet
- Statistical analysis with spreadsheets
- Financial modelling and forecasting
- Data dashboards and visualisation
- Macros and automation in spreadsheets

Strand 3: Communication Networks

Sub-strand 1: Computer Networks
- Network administration basics
- Troubleshooting network problems
- Virtual private networks (VPNs)
- Internet of Things (IoT) networking
Sub-strand 2: Internet and Social Media
- Digital marketing and online branding
- Podcasting and video content creation
- Influencer culture and media literacy
- Civic engagement through social media
Sub-strand 3: Information Security
- Cybersecurity frameworks and standards
- Penetration testing concepts
- Incident response and recovery
- Career paths in cybersecurity
Sub-strand 4: Web Technologies
- JavaScript basics for interactivity
- Web application development concepts
- APIs and web services
- Future of the web: Web 3.0 and blockchain basics

Strand 4: Computational Thinking

Sub-strand 1: Introduction to Programming
- Object-oriented programming concepts
- Functions, modules and libraries
- File handling and data persistence
- Building simple applications
Sub-strand 2: Algorithm
- Dynamic programming and recursion
- Graph algorithms and pathfinding
- Algorithm design patterns
- Optimisation problems and heuristics
Sub-strand 3: Robotics
- Autonomous robots and navigation
- Human-robot interaction
- Robotics in healthcare and industry
- Ethical and societal implications of robotics
Sub-strand 4: Artificial Intelligence
- Deep learning and neural networks
- AI applications in problem solving
- Bias and fairness in AI systems
- Future of AI and its societal impact

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