Computer Applications Grade 9

BM10 Microsoft Word and PowerPoint Mrs. Linda Edmundson Fike High School Business Department—Room 106 Fall Semester 2015 [email protected] (252) 399-7905, ext. 5034 Course Goal Students in Microsoft IT Academies benefit from world-class Microsoft curriculum and software tools to tackle real- world challenges in the classroom environment. In the first part, students will learn to use the newest version of Microsoft Word interface, commands, and features to create, enhance, customize, share and create complex documents, and publish them. In the second part, students will learn to use the newest version of Microsoft PowerPoint interface, commands, and features to create, enhance, customize, and deliver presentations. English language arts are reinforced. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course include cooperative education, internship, service learning, and job shadowing. Apprenticeship is not available for this course. Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) competitive events, community service, and leadership activities provide the opportunity to apply essential standards and workplace readiness skills through authentic experiences. This course can help prepare students for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) in Word and/or PowerPoint, http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/certification/mos.aspx.

Prerequisite None

Class Expectations 1. Be prompt: You should be in your assigned seat with all materials needed for class and ready to work when the bell rings. 2. Be prepared: You should have all materials with you when you come to class. This includes homework and preparation for class. 3. Be respectful: You should respect students and teachers and their property as well as school property. This includes such common courtesies as politeness, raising your hand to be recognized, listening while others are speaking, remaining in your seat during presentations, and keeping the room clean. Students will be required to sign a statement adhering to the usage of hardware and software, including the Internet. 4. Follow directions: All students are expected to follow the above classroom expectations as well as any other directions for classroom or school activities on a daily basis.

Materials Needed  A great attitude and excitement to learn.  1”, 3-ring binder with pockets: It is suggested that all students purchase a binder and loose-leaf paper. Numerous handouts will be given with holes punched for your convenience. The better organized you are, the better student you will be. It is a good idea to keep your notes for each unit so that you can use them to study for the mid-term and final exams. For any graded assignment: If the teacher cannot read the work, it will be marked incorrect.  Pens and pencils  A box of facial tissues  A bottle of hand sanitizer and one can of Lysol  Ear buds or headsets—should be purchased and brought to class everyday

Course Outline–Microsoft IT Academy Understand word processing software application skills using Microsoft Word. (2013)—60% of course content Understand presentation software application skills using Microsoft PowerPoint. (2013)—40% of course content

Grading Written and Performance Assessments...50%Grading Classwork and Quizzes ...... 50% Scale A = 90 – 100 C = 70 – 79 B = 80 – 89 D = 60 – 69 F = 59 - below MSITA Course A—Word and PowerPoint Business Department Page 1 of 3 Certification Exam: Students are expected to prepare and practice for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exams. There is one basic exam for Word and one basic exam for PowerPoint that students are required to take. Additionally, there are two expert exams for Word (which are optional). Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exam retake policy . . . 1. There is a waiting period before of 48 hours before retaking the exam. 2. If a candidate achieves a passing score on an exam, the candidate can take the exam again to improve their score.

Final Exam: No one is exempt. Students will be given a 100 question exam created by Microsoft personnel. This will be used by me as your exam grade and is required. This exam counts 20% of your course grade.

Missed Assignments Labs and tutorials may be accessed through Windows Live anywhere there is an Internet connection. Independent assessments and projects must be completed under teacher supervision. Students absent from class for any reason will be expected to obtain and make up missed work. The student should ask the teacher for handouts, homework, announcements, etc before or after class. See the Student Handbook for rules regarding make-up assignments.

Student Portfolio All assessments (written and production) will be kept on file in the teacher’s classroom. Parents are welcome to inspect the student’s file by scheduling an appointment convenient to all parties; however, the file shall remain in the classroom.

Discipline Policy The teacher reserves the right to discipline a student according to the behavior. The student has a right to one warning before action is taken in less severe cases. Consequences include, but are not limited to, movement to another seat in the room, parent contact, and discipline referral. Arguing with the teacher will not be tolerated and will only serve to worsen the situation for the student. If you feel that you are being treated unfairly, arrange to meet with the teacher after class. The teacher will make every effort to resolve a situation with a student without involving a third party. Business Department rules are: 1. Updating the projected calendar may be started before the tardy bell rings. As a courtesy to those students who want to begin updating their calendar before class begins, students should enter the classroom quietly. Socializing with students in this class or other classes should be done in the hall prior to coming into the room. 2. Unexcused tardies will be issued if you are not in your seat when the bell rings according to school policy. Students should remain in their seats until the bell rings to end class unless teacher permission is granted to do otherwise. Trash, etc., can be placed in trashcans as you leave class. It is your responsibility to keep your work area clean. 3. This is a skills class that requires continuous concentration to be successful. Students should refrain from any unnecessary talking throughout the class period. Students should raise their hand when needing assistance from the teacher. 4. Movement of chairs should be kept to an absolute minimum. Excessive movement is distracting to others. You are to stay in your assigned seat at all times and do NOT touch another student’s keyboard or mouse. When the bell rings to end class, chairs should be pushed under the tables. 5. No gum, candy, food, sodas, etc. should be consumed at anytime during class unless provided by the teacher. 6. Teacher’s directions should be carefully followed. Only software commands given by the teacher should be used. 7. Computers, equipment, storage devices, and furniture are very expensive. Improper use of any of these will NOT be tolerated and will be subject to disciplinary action. 8. Expect to work all period everyday. Come to class with a positive attitude and an eagerness to learn. Technological skills are very important in today’s society. All of you must take a computer elective to graduate. Avoid complaining and accept constructive criticism maturely and quietly. 9. Disrespect of any kind to the teacher or other students is unacceptable and will be dealt with accordingly. Politeness and patience will make our classroom a pleasant place to be! 10. Locker visits and bathroom visits should take place during class changes or lunch. Bathroom time must be made up.

MSITA Course A—Word and PowerPoint Business Department Page 2 of 3 Statement of Student/Teacher/Parent or Guardian Understanding

We, the undersigned, understand the syllabus for Mrs. Linda Edmundson’s MSITA-A Word and PowerPoint class at Fike High School as presented in the previous document and hereby pledge to work together in accordance with stated expectations and policies. We understand that Mrs. Edmundson will make herself available to the student or parent/guardian by appointment. Please email Mrs. Edmundson at [email protected] or call the school at 252-399-7905, ext. 5034, to arrange a convenient time for all parties involved.

Student Signature:______Date: (Please note comments, if any, on the back of this form.)

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*Return this completed form along with the completed Acceptable Use Policy (Internet agreement) and the Honor Code within the first three days of the semester to receive a classwork grade of 100.

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