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Text A: Information Technology in Todays Society




 

Strictly speaking, Information Technology has been influencing society for thousands of years. But these days its widely accepted that the forefront of technology lies in digital revolution. Just as machines have extended mans mechanical power and his convenience and comfort, Information Technology is extending mans mind or in other words his intellectual power.

Interest in the digital revolution isnt a technology issue though. Its necessary to notice that in essence it isnt an amendment to the core businesses, ideals, ethics or movements. It simply permits them to perform at a larger scale and rather more expeditiously. The benefits of IT in e-business are actually obvious.

Whats the role this technology plays in todays society?

1. Information technology role in our daily life is to make our life easier. It acts as an assistant.

2. Its a medium that allows massive volumes of knowledge to be held on, processed or transferred at a lightning speed.

3. Theres a lot of data at hand to create choices, maintain relationships, monitor markets, etc.

4. Social networking websites help people share cultural values and people start to respect each others culture.

5. Economy, science, technology, banking, transportation, communication, healthcare, education, culture, defense cant do without IT nowadays.

Our world now operates within a digital framework. This is going to require more hands on deck to administer, manage and create technology.

IT training can prepare you for a career in a variety of industries: oil companies, government agencies, manufacturing firms, insurance companies, aviation related companies, construction, hospitality industry, security, healthcare, the fashion industry, government, sports, banking you name it.

Comprehension

3. In the text, find the appropriate part of the sentencesfor the given ones (beginnings or endings).

a) - from agricultural revolution to the industrial revolution -;

b - the forefront of information technology;

c) - lies in digital communications;

d) Interest in the digital revolution -;

e) It simply permits them -;

f) Its a medium -;

g) - people start to respect each others culture;

h) This is going to require -.

Vocabulary

4. In the text, find the synonyms to the given words.

Synonyms Words from the text
1) cutting edge, head, vanguard
2) become larger, increase in size
3) alter, convert, modify, replace  
4) partake in, be involved in  
5) enormous, huge, tremendous  
6) change, alter, convert  
7) kernel, nucleus  
8) popular, up-to-date  
9) numerical  
10) receive, obtain, acquire  
11) reach, stretch  
12) advantage, favour, profit  
13) immediately, instantly  

 

Speaking

5. Use your key words to describe the role of information technology in todays society.

Text B: Requirements for IT Specialists

Pre-reading

6.Work with your partner: think of and write down the qualities an IT specialist should have (23 items).

7. Match up the following words and definitions.

1) increase a) polite, respectful, or considerate in manner
2) personnel b) behave towards or deal with in a certain way
3) relevant c) have a strong effect on someone or something
4) courteous d) people employed in an organization; human resources; staff
5) impact e) delegation of power or authority; authorization
6) respect f) become or make greater in size, amount, or degree
7) empowerment g) communicate or be involved directly; to act on or in close relation with each other
8) interact h) admire (someone or something) deeply, as a result of their abilities, qualities, or achievements; esteem
9) treat i) closely connected or appropriate to the matter in hand; connected, linked
10) competence j) having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully
11) competent k) giving or delegation of power or authority; authorization
12) ethics l) the ability to do something successfully or efficiently

 

Reading

8. Read the text, find the sentences with the given words, translate the sentences into Russian.

create, demand, ethics, increase, outside, personnel, present, relevant, require, respect, treat, unpredictable

 

The IT profession is respectedglobally because of the impactInformation Technology (IT) has on society. IT is used in solving problems and creating solutions. All sectors of the economy require the services of skilled technical IT personnel. Information technology professionals are responsible for designing, developing, supporting and managing computer hardware, computer software, maintaining, installing, configuring and managing IT systems and networks, including the Internet.

IT is a field that emphasizes knowledge and personal contribution. A career in IT offers not only money, but much more than money. A career is about self-actualization issues knowledge, empowerment, recognition, opportunity, influence, reputation, and self-reliance. But if immediate results are what you are after, then the IT field might not be what you want. An IT career is more like a marathon than a short sprint.

Most computer relatedjobs require a bachelors degree. For some positions, a master's degree is preferred.Relevant skills and experience matter. The way to become an IT professional is studying a degree at university which teaches you the fundamentals first.

At the university you not only get the knowledge but also:

get the stamp on your résumé (Once they open a certain job, organizations use filters to fill it in appropriately, and one of the filters is the university degree);

create the network of people (meeting different people increases your possibilities to find a good job; getting in contact with professors, lecturers and the like might help you to develop professional projects, the university also offers many channels to get in touch with companies and organizations, including the contact of people working inside the HR department.);

develop the competencies. Apart from the knowledge the university teaches you how to collect, filter, interpretand present information. It also teaches you to communicate clearly, tointeract with other people, to take responsibility of your actions, and so on. All those competencies will be useful for the rest of your life regardless of the career you will choose. The knowledge you learn at the university will come and go while competencies stay once you develop them. Knowing what to expect out of something is half way through, so make sure you get it all from your experience at the university.

In IT tomorrow isunpredictable. This is the very field where if you stand still you will go backwards. Once you have more information you are in a better position to know what you want. Be resourceful in finding information and keeping yourself up to date. Keep on learning and acquiring knowledge through the Internet, books, training and practice. Read IT journals and the computer sections of most newspapers and magazines. Talk to people on the job get info on the good and the bad. As the Chinese proverb states, the stranger that asks questions doesnt get lost. Visit the workplace, get familiar with and understand the working environments.

Competent IT practitioners are often respectedand recognized for their contributions. Becoming respected in IT requires creativity, the ability to handle challenges, to have excellent problem solving skills, a healthyrespect for others and an always-learning attitude.

The profession is respectedbut each individual mustcreate his or her own path. You can be highly respected in IT if you manage your relationships well. You need to have very good interpersonal skills and know the value of good teamwork. Do you help and encourage others? You know the stuff, youve got the certs but howcourteous are you in making your demands? Will you treat colleagues, clients and employers with respect?Are you considerate and evenhanded in your interactions and working relationships? The way you resolve conflict is also about respect.

9. Answer the questions about the text.

1. Why is the IT profession respected globally? What spheres are more likely to need IT professionals?

2. What are IT specialists usually responsible for?

3. What opportunities does IT field have in store for an individual?

4. How could one make a firm foundation in IT career?

5. What should one do to stay on in the main stream in IT sphere?

6. What characteristics should an IT professional possess?

 

Vocabulary

10. Find the words or expressions in the text that mean the following.

1 bring (something) into existence; invent or design
2 situated or moving beyond the confines or boundaries of; outdoors
3 need for a particular purpose;, be in need of; demand
4 explain the meaning of (information or actions); decipher, decode
5 show or offer (something) for others to scrutinize or consider
6 the overall structure within which a user, computer, or program operates; the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates
7 an insistent question or query
8 not able to be predicted; changeable

Discussion

11. Which of the following claims do you agree/disagree with? Give your reasons.

1. The world cannot do without IT.

2. You dont need to have a university degree to become a successful individual; its just a lucky strike.

3. The knowledge you learn at the university is a good start up in an IT career.

4. Excellent problem solving skills are enough to cultivate the right self-image in the company you work for.

5. Teamwork results depend on the qualities of each of its members.





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