Using Collaborative Technologies

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
F/502/4379
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1 — Stay safe and secure when working with collaborative technology

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Take appropriate steps to avoid risks when working with collaborative technology, in line with relevant guidelines
  • 1.2
    Explain what risks there may be in using collaborative technology and how to keep them to a minimum
  • 1.3
    Use appropriate methods to promote trust when working collaboratively
  • 1.4
    Carry out appropriate checks on others’ online identities and different types of information
  • 1.5
    Identify and respond to inappropriate content and behaviour
2 — Plan and set up IT tools and devices for collaborative working

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Describe the purposes for using collaborative technologies
  • 2.2
    Describe what outcomes are needed from collaborative working and whether or not archiving is required
  • 2.3
    Describe the roles, IT tools and facilities needed for collaborative tasks and communication media
  • 2.4
    Describe the features, benefits and limitations of different collaborative technology tools and devices
  • 2.5
    Describe the compatibility issues in different combinations of collaborative tools and devices
  • 2.6
    Select an appropriate combination of IT tools and devices to carry out collaborative tasks
  • 2.7
    Connect and configure the combination of IT tools and devices needed for a collaborative task
3 — Prepare collaborative technologies for use

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Describe what access rights and issues others may have in using collaborative technologies
  • 3.2
    Assess what permissions are needed for different users and content
  • 3.3
    Set up and use access rights to enable others to access information
  • 3.4
    Set up and use permissions to filter information
  • 3.5
    Adjust settings so that others can access IT tools and devices for collaborative working
  • 3.6
    Select and use different elements to control environments for collaborative technologies
  • 3.7
    Select and join networks and data feeds to manage data to suit collaborative tasks
4 — Contribute to tasks using collaborative technologies

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Describe rules of engagement for using collaborative technologies
  • 4.2
    Enable others to contribute responsibly to collaborative tasks
  • 4.3
    Present relevant and valuable information
  • 4.4
    Moderate the use of collaborative technologies
  • 4.5
    Archive the outcome of collaborative working
  • 4.6
    Assess when there is a problem with collaborative technologies and when to get expert help
  • 4.7
    Respond to problems with collaborative technologies