BUSINESS SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGY I



Digital Information TechnologyRoom 1E07Mrs. Bates, 2016-2017 Course Syllabus and Expectationstasha.bates@mail.okaloosa.k12.fl.us Course InformationThis course is designed to provide an introduction to information technology concepts and careers. Emphasis is placed on developing proficiency with the fundamental computer applications of keyboarding and word processing so they may be used as communication tools for enhancing personal and workplace proficiency in an information based society. Students will be introduced to the Microsoft Office suite, E-mail and Internet services, Computing Fundamentals, and will have practical experience with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Curriculum is taught to prepare for national industry certifications for MOS certifications in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. A signed (by parent and student) Candidate Statement must be on file prior to testing. In addition, this course is the first in a series of courses that may qualify students for a Gold Seal scholarship. Students will be using individual log-ins this year. More information will be sent out soon on the benefits of using Class Link. Major Areas of Study1st Nine Weeks-Keyboarding, Introduction to Word, Computing Fundamentals2nd Nine Weeks-Word, MOS Certification Exam, Introduction to Excel, Semester Exam3rd Nine Weeks-Excel, MOS Certification Exam, Introduction to PowerPoint4th Nine Weeks-PowerPoint, MOS Certification Exam, Career Unit, End of Course ExamSuppliesBring (inexpensive) headphones daily (computer tutorial use only)Course ObjectivesAcquire additional competency in applying the industry standards in keyboardingAcquire formatting skills using Microsoft Word for business and personal documents (business letters, reports, tables, resumes, etc…) Format other business-related activities including spreadsheets (Excel), presentations (Power Point) and internet activitiesPrepare for and earn industry Microsoft Office 2013 Certifications—Students earning Word certification will be exempt from 1st exam semester. Students earning Word, PowerPoint and Excel certifications are exempt from the 2nd semester exam.Classroom ProceduresBe on time to class and set in designated computer stationPlace backpacks in designated area (not allowed at work station)Class begins when the tardy bell ringsFollow verbal directions, written instruction sheets, and those on the projector screenDaily End of Class ActivitiesSave work and exit computer program properly by logging offFirst Period-If not on, turn on computersSeventh Period-Turn off computersReturn any handouts or class materials to their designated placeLeave work area cleanRemain seated until bellrings and you are dismissedPush in char under work station as you leavePick up backpack on the way out of classEvaluation35% Daily Work (keyboarding lessons, daily production, bellringers)45% Graded Production/Objective Tests (Word, computer literacy, and vocabulary)20% Certification/Technique (Observation of correct keyboarding techniques) 1st Nine Weeks; Certification Practice (G-Metrix) 2nd - 4th Nine WeeksStudents are encouraged to practice keyboarding skills from home—suggested sites: and There are many other free keyboarding sites. Let me know if you find others that you like, so we can share with classmates. Students can use to watch videos and review Microsoft Office 2013 and Computing Fundamentals. SAM, G-METRIX AND CERTIPORT software will be used to prepare and test students for national industry certifications.Website and EdmodoMy teacher website can be accessed through the Choctaw website or the following link, . My website will be updated weekly. Please keep in mind, that with any daily schedule, things are subject to change. In addition, I will be using Edmodo for assignments, quizzes and communication. Absent Make Up Work PolicyA student will have 5 days including the day he/she returns to bring a note to be excused.? Make-up work for excused absences must be completed within 5 school days after the student returns.?? If a student does not bring a note within 5 days, his/her absence is unexcused.? If a student is unexcused, he/she will not be able to make up his/her work. When you are absent, I will enter a “Z” in the grade book. If the absence is excused and you make up the work, your score will be entered otherwise it remains “Z”. To make up work, when you are absent, please check the webpage and/or the IT Daily Activities Folder to see what was missed and what needs to be made up. Some software we use is internet based (SAM, G-Metrix, assigned keyboarding sites) and you will have the opportunity to complete missed assignments at home if your absence is excused. If you need to make up work at school, please make arrangements with me to stay afterschool. Make up work is your responsibility. Academic DishonestyPlagiarism and cheating are serious offenses. All parties involved will receive a “0” and parents will be notified. All subsequent offenses will result in an office referral. I expect you to do your own work. Student ExpectationsDisruptive behavior impedes academic progress. In order to maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning, as a student you are expected to:Display appropriate work habits at all timesBring appropriate materials to class (headphones).Utilize the full class period. School Tardy Policy enforced.Follow Choctaw Dress CodeWork quietly without disturbing others.Stay in assigned seat.Maintain default desktop background (you may not change the background)Leave work station in order at end of period (PUSH CHAIR IN, return materials to proper place, deposit waste paper in garbage cans, take all your books and materials with you).Leave candy, gum, and other food and drinks in your locker or backpack.No flash drives, etc…to be used without teacher permission.Phones and other electronic devices… are not to be visible or used in class. Students are charged with using the computers in an assigned manner. This may include:Accessing only assigned sites (examples: , , learning.blog. ) Accessing only text related sites online Checking grades (beginning or end of class)Students are not allowed to:“play”, download, or listen to music or TV Videos from your workstationcheck email OR visit unauthorized sites (example: Facebook, Twitter)play games or shop online have phones on or visible during class—phones will be taken and school procedures will be followed The following discipline steps will be utilized:Minor Disruptions and Computer Violations (this includes misuse of internet, playing games, online shopping, etc…)1st Offense-Teacher conference with student given verbal warning 2nd Offense-Parent contacted 3rd Offense-Office Referral Take advantage of being in the lab—at the beginning or end of class (when work is done):check grades check out the news—know what is happening local, nationally and globallyaccess SAT/ACT/Word of the DayThe Learning Network by New York and (Plan Your Future)Parent Communication ProceduresAll students will have a planner that they will copy their assignments into for each week. Assignments are also posted on my teacher web page on a weekly basis. Handouts will be available for access through Edmodo. If you have any questions, you can email me at tasha.bates@mail.okaloosa.k12.fl.us or call and leave a message at school: (850) 833-3614. Thank you,Mrs. BatesEmailtasha.bates@mail.okaloosa.k12.fl.usWebsite Big Green!Go Big Green!Please return this sheet to Mrs. Bates Digital Information TechnologyBY Friday, August 19, 2016Student & Parent Acknowledgement: I have reviewed these classroom policies, as well as the student handbook in my planner, with my parent. I fully understand the expectations and consequences. Please sign and return to class by August 19th. Please keep the Course Syllabus and Expectations at home for your reference. The student should return this page with the requested signatures. Also, parents, please include the best method of contact for you.Before students can take any certification exam, I will need the signed Certiport Testing Candidate Statement that is located on the back. Please read and sign Testing Candidate Statement document and return to Mrs. Bates.I have read and understand policies indicated on the 2016-2017 School Year Course Syllabus and Expectations and the Certiport Testing Candidate Statement._______________________________________ ____________________________Student Signature Date_______________________________________ ___________________________Parent Signature DateParent Email Address: __________________________________________________Parent Email Address: __________________________________________________Parent Phone Contact: __________________________________________________Parent Phone Contact: __________________________________________________*Teacher reserves the right to amend or alter as the need arises. ................
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