Beg Computers (7-12) Jamison

HERO Class Syllabus for 2008-2009

 

 

Course Text: none required

Course Instructor: Andrea Jamison       Phone Number:  (612)232-7642

Email:   andreamariejamison@gmail.com

Weblog: http://mrsjamison.wordpress.com

Course Description:

Review of the computer keyboard and proficiency in typing skills will be a top priority.  Students are required to spend 1-2 hours per week working on keyboarding at home.  Each week in class they will complete a keyboarding lesson so progress can be documented by the instructor.  We will utilize Microsoft Office software.  Students will be formatting various documents and learning to use the formatting tools.  They will learn the setup of a database and how to format in Excel.  Students will become proficient in PowerPoint. They will design various types of presentations and also be required to present their information to the class.  The Internet will be used to research information for these presentations. We will learn internet safety, etiquette, researching skills.  Students will also learn how to design a brochure using Word.

Supplies needed for this course: none required

Grading Information:

Students will be given a percentage grade based on attendance, class participation, effort, and completion of projects. 

Guidelines for Success:

·         Class participation:  Students will demonstrate participation by practicing typing skills at home completing their practice log, and staying on task while working on class projects.

·         Class attendance:  Students will demonstrate attendance by being on time for class and by being prepared for class with materials ready.