Syllabus

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Donegal High School

Mr. Hill

 I - Course Overview

This course is a prerequisite course designed for students to become more competitive and efficient with their use of technology.  It will include the history, terminology, issues and careers involving computers and other technology.  It applies and enhances word processing techniques and skills.  It introduces other applications of technology including educational use of the Internet, various multimedia aspects, and more.  This course will also include Career Development where students will learn to conduct career research and indentify career pathways.

II - Course Outline and Objectives

A.     Introduction to Computers
B.     Keyboarding Basics

               1.      Dictation

               2.      Keyboarding Technique

               3.      MicroType

               4.      Accuracy and Speed Building
C.     Basics of Microsoft Word

               1.      Effective Use of Ribbons

               2.      Keyboard Shortcuts

               3.      Editing Techniques
D.     Business Communications

               1.      Memorandum

               2.      Business Letters

               3.      Personal Business Letters
E.      Tables

               1.      Creating and Formatting Tables

               2.      Adding/Deleting Columns and Rows

F.      Internet

               1.      History

               2.      Common Uses
G.     Report Writing

               1.      MLA Format

               2.      Research Career Interest

H.     Newsletters

               1.      Using Columns and Sections

               2.      Inserting Clip Art and Word Art

               3.      Inserting Lines and Other Graphics

III - Textbooks, Equipment, and Materials
A.     Textbooks
               1.      Microsoft Office
               2.      Various Business Journal Articles
B.     Equipment
               1.      Microsoft Windows
               2.      Computers
               3.      Printers
               4.      Student Account
               5.      World Wide Web
               6.      Projection Unit

IV - Assessment
A.     In-class exercises
B.     Class Participation
C.     Homework
D.     Quizzes
E.      Tests
F.      Projects
G.     Final

V - Grading
A.     The academic grade will be determined by an evaluation of all assignments and assessments.
B.     The work ethic grade will be determined by participation, behavior, preparation, and completion of assignments.
C.     Grading Scale

A+	=	98% - 100%
A	=	93% - 97%
A-	=	90% - 92%
B+	=	87% - 89%
B	=	83% - 86%
B-	=	80% - 82%
C+	=	77% - 79%
C	=	73% - 76%
C-	=	70% - 72%
D+	=	67% - 69%
D	=	63% - 66%
F	=	Below 63%

VI - Classroom Behavior Plan

Classroom Rules

1.      Everyone in the classroom has the right to learn.  No one may infringe upon that right.

2.      The teacher has the right to teach.  No one may infringe upon that right.

Procedures for Class Rule Violations

First:                Warning

Second:                        Referral to the office for persistent misconduct (Phone call home)

Students Following Class Rules

Ø  Will earn positive recognition in class

Ø  Will earn positive notes and/or phone calls home

Ø  Will earn special privileges such as independent time for self-selected activities (i.e. Library pass, computer time, interests, hobbies – talk with me about something you would like to do as an enrichment activity)

VII.            Behavior Expectations

A.     Students must have the students handbook signed by a parent/guardian to receive an account.

B.     Standard Etiquette

1.      Treat equipment professionally.  Strike the keyboard gently.  Notify teacher or any equipment problems.

2.      Computer settings are not to be changed or altered in any way.

3.      Desk areas must be clean and uncluttered.

4.      Backpacks should be kept out of the way – under desks/out of the walkway

5.      Clear work area prior to leaving the classroom

6.      IPods/Music players, food, drinks are not permitted in the classroom.

7.      If late bring a pass with you – An excess of 3 lates will result in a referral to the office.

8.      Keep movement in the room to a minimum; please be patient.  Use your resources.

9.      If you are absent from class, it is your responsibility to make up the missed work.  All missed assignments must be made up by Friday of each week.  If work is not completed, students will receive no credit for the assignment.

10.  No unauthorized use of the Internet, use of games, email, instant messaging, or chatting during class.

11.  Academic Dishonesty is not tolerated and will result in a zero for the assignment and a behavioral referral to the Principal or Assistant Principal for further action.  Common forms of academic dishonesty include, but are not limited to, copying from another student’s test/paper, discussing test materials, utilizing notes during assessment, and plagiarism from either paper or electronic sources.  Copying and pasting material from the Internet is considered Plagiarism.