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The City School. Cambridge O level Computer Studies 7010 Curriculum 2010-2011. By M. Danish Iqbal. Contents. Why choose Cambridge O level computer studies Assessment at glance Aims and assessment. Why choose Cambridge.
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The City School Cambridge O level Computer Studies 7010 Curriculum 2010-2011 By M. Danish Iqbal
Contents • Why choose Cambridge O level computer studies • Assessment at glance • Aims and assessment
Why choose Cambridge • University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) is the world’s largest provider of international qualifications. • Around 1.5 million students from 150 countries enter Cambridge examinations every year. • What makes educators around the world choose Cambridge?
Assessment at glance Cambridge O Level Computer Studies Syllabus code 7010 Candidates take Paper 1, and either Paper 2 or Paper 3. Candidates must be entered for one of the following options: Option 1: Paper 1 and Paper 2 Option 2: Paper 1 and Paper 3
Aims and assessment The aims of the Cambridge O Level Computer Studies syllabus are to enable candidates to: • Develop an appreciation of the range and power of computer applications • Foster an interest in, enjoyment of, and confidence in the use of computing • Develop the ability to solve problems using computing techniques • Develop an awareness of the place of computing in society and issues computing raises in society • Gain a firm understanding of the basic techniques and knowledge required for computing applications • Develop a desire to use computers within other interests