Beg Computers (7-12) Kelly

Instructor:      Kay Kelly                                

Email:             kaylkelly@hotmail.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. No supplies are needed for this class.

Grading Information: In this class students will earn points. Students will receive points for being in class each week with their Typing Record sheet signed by a parent confirming 1-2 hours were spent on keyboarding practice. Assignments will be given with outlined expectations.  Points are given accordingly as the student completes each expected outcome for the assignment. Most work will be completed in class and evaluated using a point system.