Principles of Digital Information Technology, 2nd Edition
By: Kathleen M. Austin and Lorraine N. BergkvistCopyright: 2021
Subject: Information Technology
Grade Level: 9-12
- Information technology is a fundamental component of today’s competitive workplace. Principles of Digital Information Technology explores the basics of information technology, progresses to computer applications commonly used in the workplace, and concludes with a discussion of the interconnectivity of technology in daily life. By studying this text, students can prepare for industry-recognized certifications, including the Certiport IC3 Digital Literacy Certification exam and the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exam. The IC3 exam covers Computing Fundamentals, Key Applications, and Living Online. The MOS exams cover Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
- This text prepares students for the Certiport IC3 Digital Literacy Certification exam. Earning industry-recognized certification proves the holder of the certificate has the skills needed for the job.
- The text is organized by units and aligned with the three areas of IC3 Digital Literacy Certification: Computing Fundamentals, Key Applications, and Living Online. This organization provides an opportunity for students to learn concepts in the context of each certification area.
- To provide student guidance, IC3 certification objectives appear at the beginning of each chapter in which they are covered and noted in the margin where addressed. These objectives are included in all three units. Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification objectives are noted in the margins of Key Applications unit only.
- Each chapter features multiple opportunities to practice for the IC3 exam, including IC3 exam practice questions and a certification practice test on the G-W Learning companion website.
- Hands-On Examples appear at the point of coverage to provide immediate reinforcement. These activities enable students to apply what they have learned before progressing to the next concept. Activity files are available for download in the Online Learning Suite.
- Features such as STEM, Green Tech, Career Skills, and Ethics occur throughout the text. Reading these features exposes students to real-world information to help them become better employees and individuals.
- Portfolio Development activities provide guidance to create a personal portfolio for use when exploring volunteer, education and training, and career opportunities.
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- Table of Contents
- Unit 1 Computing FundamentalsChapter 1 Introduction to Information Technology
Chapter 2 Hardware
Chapter 3 Software
Chapter 4 File Management
Chapter 5 Purchasing, Maintenance, and TroubleshootingUnit 2 Key ApplicationsChapter 6 Common Office Application Feature
Chapter 7 Word-Processing Software
Chapter 8 Formal Documents
Chapter 9 Presentation Software
Chapter 10 Spreadsheet Software
Chapter 11 Advanced Spreadsheet Uses
Chapter 12 Database Software
Chapter 13 Personal Information Management SoftwareUnit 3 Living OnlineChapter 14 Internet and the World Wide Web
Chapter 15 Communication Networks
Chapter 16 Electronic Communication and Collaboration
Chapter 17 Security, Privacy, and Safety
Chapter 18 Careers in IT - The Look Inside images are for preview purposes only. The format of the actual product may vary from the images shown.
- Correlations
- Certiport CorrelationCertiport IC3 Digital Literacy GS5 (192 KB)Florida CorrelationMicrosoft Office SpecialistCertification Standards for Access (101 KB)Certification Standards for Excel (101 KB)Certification Standards for Word (106 KB)OklahomaInformation Technology – Grades 9‐12 (PDF, 218.33 KB)South CarolinaCTE—Priority 19 Principles of Digital Technology, 9-12
- About the Author(s)