Computer Tools
7,
taught by Ms. Wademan
This course builds from the knowledge learned in
Computer Tools 6. You learned to type last year and I insist that you
use those skills in this class also. In this course, we will learn how
to use the programs in the Microsoft Office Suite. If we have time, we
will work with Microsoft Access, as well.
The course is project based and you will be graded
on the various projects assigned. You will be using the Internet to
complete some of these projects. If you cannot use the Internet
properly, then you will not be using it in class.
Course Outline:
Unit One: Create and format Word documents
Students will learn how to create one- and two-page reports with the
correct margins, fonts and font sizes, line spacing, footnotes and
endnotes. Students will also learn how to create newsletters, set up
columns, and how to add graphics, tables and bulleted lists.
Unit Two: Solve problems using Excel
worksheets
Students will learn how to solve problems by entering data and formulas.
Unit Three: Present ideas and facts in
PowerPoint slide shows
Students will learn how to create slide show presentations with lots of
different slide layouts, design templates and color schemes. Students
will also learn how to add transitions, animations, sound, motion clips
and hyperlinks.
Grading Policy:
This class is comprised of four (4) components:
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Participation grade: 20%
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Responsibility grade: 10%
Each student starts out with a 100, and can lose points for such
things as coming to class late or without needed materials,
distracting other students from learning, sleeping during class,
etc. This system holds each student accountable for his or her own
behavior. Students who are responsible for their learning and
behavior receive the reward of getting a 100, while those who are
not responsible pay the consequence by receiving a grade reflective
of this.
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Classwork: 60%
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Homeplay/Quizzes/Tests: 10%
Communication:
I can be reached through email (Wademan@vcsdk12.org).
I will try to
respond as soon as possible.
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