Understanding IT and the Internet of Things (IoT)

Discover the impact of technology on the world around you with the course "Understanding IT and the Internet of Things (IoT)," specifically designed for our TANF learners. This engaging course examines the essential role of information technology in everyday life. It introduces the transformative concept of the Internet of Things, where people, devices, data, and systems connect to improve communication, productivity, and lifestyle.

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Course

Understanding IT and the Internet of Things

1Lessons · 1 min
- Welcome to our Information Technology and the Internet of Things Course
Session 1: Introduction to IT in Everyday Life

9Lessons · 6 hr 40 min
- Introduction to IT in Everyday Life
- Digital Wellbeing: Technology and our daily lives
- Information Technology (IT)
- Is technology making life better or worse?
- Activity: Create a personal IT interaction chart.
- How does technology improve our lives? 💻 Technology in our daily life ✏️ - Oasis
- Activity: Class Discussion
- How Has Technology Made Our Lives Easier?
- Summary
Session 2: The Impact of IT on Society

9Lessons · 9 hr 32 min
- The Impact of IT on Society
- The Impact of Technology on Society
- The Impact of IT on Society
- The Positive Impact of Technology on Society & Value System
- Information Technology Impacts
- Past and Present | Technology Then and Now
- Activity: Class Discussions
- Summary
- Session 2 The Impact of IT on Society Quiz
  
  10 xp
Session 3: Living a Networked Life

10Lessons · 9 hr 3 min
- Living a Networked Life
- What the Internet is Doing to Our Brains
- Identifying How Individuals Interact with Networked Systems Daily
- How online social networking affects our daily life
- Devices and Systems in Everyday Communication
- Why Do We Share On Social Media? | The Business of Influence | Forbes
- Activity: Build Your Personal Tech Interaction Table
- How Social Media is Destroying Society
- Summary
- Session 3 Living a Networked Life Quiz
  
  10 xp
Session 4: IT in Public Services, Commerce, Finance, Entertainment and the Home

12Lessons · 8 hr 52 min
- Understanding how IT Transforms Sectors
- How data and technology can improve public services and programs
- IT in Public Services
- How Technology is Revolutionising Public Service
- IT in Commerce
- The Future of Ecommerce: 9 Trends That Will Exist In 2030
- IT in Finance
- "Fintech 101: Understanding the Basics of Financial Technology"
- IT in Entertainment
- The Future of Entertainment - Tech in 2030
- Summary
- Session 4: IT in Public Services, Commerce, Finance, Entertainment and the Home Quiz
  
  10 xp
Session 5: The Internet

4Lessons · 2 hr 10 min
- The Internet
- The History of the Internet in 6 Minutes
- Brief History of the Internet
- How Does the Internet Work? - Glad You Asked S1
  
  10 xp
Session 6: Introduction to the Internet of Things (IoT)

7Lessons · 7 hr 20 min
- Introduction to the Internet of Everything (IoE)
- How It Works Internet of Things -IBM Think Academy
- Understanding the Internet of Things (IoT) Through Real-World Examples
- IoT | Internet of Things | What is IoT ? | How IoT Works? | IoT Explained in 6 Minutes | Simplilearn
- How Are IoT Devices Different from Standard Computers?
- What Made the Internet of Things (IoT) Possible
- Introduction to the Internet of Things Quiz
  
  10 xp
Session 7: How IoT Changes Human Behavior and Society

4Lessons · 5 hr 11 min
- How IoT Changes Human Behavior and Society
- How the Internet of Things (IoT) Benefits Society
- The Privacy, Security, and Social Effects of the IoT
- Do IoT Devices Make Your Network Unsecure? | Security, Attacks & Best Practices | Cybersecurity
  
  10 xp
Session 8: Final Review and Exam

2Lessons · 3 hr
- Final Review and Exam
- Understanding IT and the Internet of Things (IoT)
  
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