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FOCUS IT/FOCUS TI

Innovative Teaching, Real Learning

www.focusit.ca/www.ictc-ctic.ca

Table of Content

Educational Crisis Canada’s Future Who is ICTC Why FIT Works Introducing FIT Why FIT What is FIT How FIT Works Testimonials


Educational Crisis

Disengagement crisis among learners from traditional learning & teaching modules

“The majority of students in the upper grades are not intellectually engaged in the classroom.”

Source: C21 Canada. “C21 Presents: Shifting Minds. A 21st century vision of public education for Canada.” May 2012.


Canada’s Future

Reinvigorating the Canadian educational system impacts economic, social, environmental and

financial aspirations of Canadians

Multi-literate, creative and innovative people are the drivers of the 21st Century

Source: C21 Canada. “C21 Presents: Shifting Minds. A 21st century vision of public education for Canada.” May 2012.


The Situation

By 2016, Canada will need more than 106,000 ICT workers

Systemic shortage of soft skills Mismatch between capabilities

Youth are not choosing ICT as a career

Not seen as fun, viable or profitable Unaware of the opportunities

available in ICT

Canadian graduates lack the right blend of skills to compete in the digital economy

21st Century Skills


What is ICT?

Source: http://www.tutor2u.net/business/ict/intro_what_is_ict.htm

A constantly evolving term: “All the uses of digital technology that

already exist to help individuals, businesses and organizations use information.”

“ICT covers any product that will store, retrieve, manipulate, transmit or receive information electronically in a digital form.”

Information Communications Technology

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21st Century Skills

What are They: Solve real problems Engage with knowledge that matters Be respected See how subjects are interconnected Learn from and with each other and people in

their community Connect with experts and expertise Have more opportunities for dialogue and

conversation

How to Learn Them: Applied, project-based and interdisciplinary

learning Collaborative learning Inquiry and investigation Technology for learning Demonstration of competence Personalized learning Information access, analysis, synthesis and

the generation of new ideas


Changing ICT Needs

Declining Needs: General Application Skills ICT Technical Capabilities

Growing Needs: ICT, Soft-skills & 21st Century Skills Hybrid ICT & Technical Skills


Problem Definition & Potential Opportunity

ICTC’s objective is to enhance the supply of ICT workers to the labour market in Canada by educating youth on the benefits of STEAM:

Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math

ICTC has the platform and research to highlight impending skill-set shortage; however, we must reach a variety of stakeholders at every

level to change the misconceptions of STEAM careers:

Change the image and perception of STEAM

Engage and connect youth with ICT (social relevance)

Increase enrolment of youth in ICT programs

Increase the level and quality of skilled workers entering the ICT market


Atlantic Canada

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The cost of a Bad Hire: Of new hires 46% fail within 18 months Another 45% are only fair to marginal performers That means that 81% of new hires are a disappointment

Associated costs are anywhere between 20% to 200%

Factors contributing to the cost of a bad hire: Less productivity, lost time, cost to recruit and train, employee morale, and negative impact on

client solutions

Source: http://www.recruitingblogs.com/profiles/blogs/bad-hires-stats-costs-avoidance-poor-excuses-and-other-thoughts

How This Affects Business

http://www.recruitingblogs.com/profiles/blogs/bad-hires-stats-costs-avoidance-poor-excuses-and-other-thoughts


Who is ICTC

The Information and Communication Technology Council (ICTC):

Dedicated to ensuring Canada’s ICT sector is made up of a prepared, diverse and highly educated workforce

Centre of expertise in ICT research and labour market intelligence, policy development, and program management

Network of industry, education & government:

Develop Canada’s future skilled and innovative talent

Empower industries to maintain a competitive advantage in a global market


Talent Programs

Women in IT Youth Initiatives

Focus on IT Career Focus

Standards I-ADVANCETM

Career Transitions Bridge Training for

Internationally Educated Professionals

Aboriginal Inclusion


Introducing


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What is FIT?

FOCUS program for Grades 11 and 12 Delivered through hands-on learning Project- based learning built on teamwork

Increased awareness and understanding along with skill development for an ICT career

Based on learning outcomes validated by business, industry and educators

The core FOCUS program: Developing PC maintenance skills Network Administration technical proficiency Media, Graphics and Communications explorations Employability/essential skills Business/entrepreneurship aptitude Developing work experience skills


Why FIT Works


FIT Students

Aware of impacts of technology Understand the role of ICT in industry Explore ICT career opportunities Apply ICT skills to develop solutions


Innovative & Realistic

Learn by seeing, thinking, & doing Practise FIT skills to make them

better prepared for 21st century Experience through internships or

co-ops


The FIT Advantage

FIT Graduates: Potential advanced standing for

future studies Better prepared to write major ICT

certification exams Valuable career-ready skills Recognized by employers across

Canada


How FIT Works


FIT Umbrella

FIT approved curriculum: Cisco Networking Academy, Adobe Certified, Java Working with: Junior Achievement, Microsoft, HP, Toon Boom, Oracle,

Career Cruising, Pearson Vue, Pearson Ed, Linux


FIT Creates Pathways

FIT School – sector focus Career Exploration To University To College To Work To Entrepreneurship

Industry/Work/Economic Development

Making Canada Strong


FIT Team Members

Tracy Biernacki-Dusza

National Program Manager

Pamela Bahlis

Talent Initiatives Coordinator

Randy Fisher

Education Specialist

Emily Jamieson

Web Content Specialist

Jazmine Fenton

FIT Intern


FIT Provincial Representatives

Wayne Oakley, Atlantic [email protected]

Dennis Hitchmough, Ontario [email protected]

Debbie Vance, Alberta & British Columbia

[email protected]

Nancy Burkell, Saskatchewan [email protected]

Cameron Mateika, Manitoba [email protected]

Celine Loslier, Quebec [email protected]

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Finding Your FIT

Network & Operations Support Concentration

Interactive Media Concentration

Business & Information Analysis Concentration

Software Design & Development Concentration

General Technical Competencies

General Business Competencies


Business & Information Analysis

Business analyst Analyst-designer Systems analyst Information Analyst Relationship manager Project Leader Business Architect Information Architect Quality Assurance Analyst Data Administrator User education & technical writing


Software Design & Development

Analyst-programmer Applications software

integrator Programmer Software designer Database design Data Architect Technical Architect User interface designer Games designer E-commerce developer Technology consultant


Network & System Operations

User technical support expert Help desk operator Problem manager Network planner Security expert Hardware/software platform

specialist Computer operator Mobile/wireless communications

planner & support expert


Interactive Media

Web designer Web developer Web master Database administrator Social media developer Games design and

developer User interface designer E-commerce developer


FIT Competency ExampleAnalytical Thinking 1

COMPETENCY CAPABILITY LEARNING OUTCOME

Analytical Thinking 1 Analyzes basic situations. Clearly describes a problem or opportunity and the impact it has/could have on the organization.

Analytical Thinking 1 Analyzes basic situations. Examines a multiple layer problem to understand its true source, i.e., root cause analysis.

Analytical Thinking 1 Analyzes basic situations. Identifies opportunities stemming from a situation.

Analytical Thinking 1 Gathers input/information from different sources. Observes and documents a problem.

Analytical Thinking 1 Gathers input/information from different sources. Identifies and interviews key personnel and documents significant findings and possible solutions.

Analytical Thinking 1 Gathers input/information from different sources. Explores detailed information related to the problem or opportunity.

Analytical Thinking 1 Gathers input/information from different sources. Investigates possible solutions documenting impacts for each option.

Analytical Thinking 1 Distinguishes between critical, important and irrelevant pieces of information and uses them to reach an appropriate conclusion. Identifies recurring patterns in the information received.

Analytical Thinking 1 Distinguishes between critical, important and irrelevant pieces of information and uses them to reach an appropriate conclusion.

Identifies unique issues that are not relevant to the problem/opportunity.

Analytical Thinking 1 Distinguishes between critical, important and irrelevant pieces of information and uses them to reach an appropriate conclusion. Identifies the critical elements of this situation.


FIT Competency ExampleAnalytical Thinking 2

COMPETENCY CAPABILITY LEARNING OUTCOME

Analytical Thinking 2 Clearly articulates a problem or opportunity. Identifies an organizational problem or opportunity to explore.

Analytical Thinking 2 Clearly articulates a problem or opportunity. Documents in detail the scope and nature of an organizational problem or opportunity.

Analytical Thinking 2 Clearly articulates a problem or opportunity. Understands the organizational context in which the problem or opportunity is present.

Analytical Thinking 2 Clearly articulates a problem or opportunity.Identifies all information used in the process involved and additional information needed and how it flows through the process.

Analytical Thinking 2 Clearly articulates a problem or opportunity. Diagrams the flow of the process involved, the people involved and the information they use.

Analytical Thinking 2 Gathers information from the organization to clarify what solutions are possible. Identifies missing information or problems with information.

Analytical Thinking 2 Gathers information from the organization to clarify what solutions are possible. Identifies handoffs, obstacles, time lags and other issues affecting the problem.

Analytical Thinking 2 Gathers information from the organization to clarify what solutions are possible. Identifies duplication of effort.

Analytical Thinking 2 Gathers information from the organization to clarify what solutions are possible. Identifies organizational considerations affecting a solution.

Analytical Thinking 2 Gathers information from the organization to clarify what solutions are possible. Documents causes and consequences of actions and events that are not readily apparent.

Analytical Thinking 2 Redesigns a process to be more effective or efficient. Documents two possible process options, their business value, and the changes that would be required.

Analytical Thinking 2 Redesigns a process to be more effective or efficient. Recommends and justifies a preferred solution.


FIT Crosswalk

ICTC

ICTC & FIT National Standards

New Brunswick Teacher Focus Group

Courses Created Directly to FIT Standards

• Labour Market Information

• National Occupation Codes (NOC)

• Industry Capabilities Identified

• Development of Capabilities, Competencies & Learning Outcomes

• Industry Validated• Education Validated

• Luc Plourde • Kathy MacDonald• Sarah-Jane Smith• Charlene Melanson• Ray O’Donnell• Ryan Murphy• Mike Whelton• Mike Cusack• Brian Gray

Information Tech 120BOM 120Entrepreneurship 110Computer Science 110Technical Support 110Digital Tech 120


New Brunswick Alignment to FIT Curriculum


FIT Early Adopter

Mission Statement St. Malachy’s Memorial High School is committed to educating

the whole person. Through a rigorous and comprehensive program of studies we prepare students – academically, socially and morally – to assume their places as conscientious, involved and contributing members of society.

Approach – Simplicity!


FIT Implementation

The Team:

Beth Horgan, Principal Mike Whelton, Vice Principal Ray O’Donnell, SPR For Technology,

FIT Coordinator Ryan Murphy – Teacher, Tech

Support/Digital Technology/IT 120/Computer Science

Charlene Melanson – Teacher, Business Organization & Management/Entrepreneurship

Guidance Department


FIT Implementation


FIT Implementation

Tech Support Facility

Peason Vue Testing Centre


FIT Implementation

IT Essentials course 10 Chapters Local option course for final 6 chapters


New Brunswick is aFIT CHAMPION

Provincial AlignmentJamie O’Toole

FocusIT Website FIT Teaching Resources (IRP)

Pan Canadian Model for Education Interconnected Learning

System from Secondary to Post-Secondary


FIT Students Say…

“It was unique – an open learning environment. You learn the academic side, but it’s more about how you manage your time, assess a project and set goals.”

Ryan Clark, FIT Student

“Last Spring I got my acceptance to Concordia’s Mel Hoppenheim School of Cinema, which one of the most reputable film schools in Canada. Before I took my FIT Digital Tech class I had never touched a camera or editing software. It may sound cheesy to say but I honestly wouldn’t be here if I hadn’t taken the course in high school.”

Taylor McDougall, FIT Student


FIT Support Ahead

FIT Website Soft Launch Newsletter Sections for:

Students/Parents Teachers Industry

Teacher Resource Section

IRP – Integrated Resource Package


Stay Connected

Visit: www.ictc-ctic.ca Contact us: [email protected] Follow us: @FOCUSITca

http://www.ictc-ctic.ca/


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