Lesson Objectives
LO1 Learn about the laws relating to the use of computers and the implications for computer systems design and use
Outcomes
Red - You will understand what the Computer Misuse Act and Copyright is
Amber - You will understand what the Computer Misuse Act and Copyright coverGreen - You will understand how the Computer Misuse Act and Copyright impact ICT
Starter
Main
- Either create a PowerPoint presentation about the Computer Misuse Act and Copyright / or write in your book if your prefer
Task1 - Computer Misuse Act
- You must include at least the following information:
- What is the Computer Misuse Act?
- What year was the Act first brought in?
- Explain 5 different ways computers can be misused
- What are the 3 offences covered by the computer misuse act?
- Explain each one
- What are the penalties you could face under the Computer Misuse Act?
- Use the links to help you:
- What is the Computer Misuse Act?
- What year was the Act first brought in?
- Explain 5 different ways computers can be misused
- What are the 3 offences covered by the computer misuse act?
- Explain each one
- What are the penalties you could face under the Computer Misuse Act?
Task 2 - Copyright
- What is copyright?
- What is the law that governs copyright called?
- What year did this law come in?
- What is the symbol used to show something is copyrighted?
- What punishment could you be given for breaking copyright law?
- How can ICT be used to break copyright laws?
- What is FAST?
- What is a software licence?
- Use the links to help you:
Plenary
CLICK HERE Try some of these quizzes to test your knowledge of the Computer Misuse Act
