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COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
Computer Applications is a one-semester course using Pentium processor computers and Windows XP. Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
ˇ Proofread and edit copy.
ˇ Explain the functions of computer system components.
ˇ Key and format letters, reports, outlines, and tables.
ˇ Maintain workstation, equipment, materials, and supplies.
ˇ Use electronic help screens, spell check, grammar check, and thesaurus to prepare documents.
ˇ Edit documents using techniques such as delete, insert, typeover, block, move, and copy.
ˇ Enter, move, and edit alphanumeric data.
ˇ Process material using database features such as sort and merge.
ˇ Access data through search procedures.
ˇ Design and produce reports in various formats.
ˇ Integrate information in word processing and spreadsheet applications.
ˇ Enter data and formulas.
ˇ Analyze data.
ˇ Create graphs and charts to visually represent data.
ˇ Enhance word processing documents by incorporating graphic elements.
ˇ Enhance spreadsheet documents by incorporating graphic elements.
ˇ Develop Web site documents that could be accessed by worldwide networks.
ˇ Use search strategies to retrieve electronic information.
ˇ Use electronic encyclopedias, almanacs, indexes, and catalogs to retrieve and select relevant information.
ˇ Use databases to perform research.
ˇ Explain concepts of security, integrity, courtesy, and confidentiality related to information and communication systems.
ˇ Explain concepts related to copyright, public domain, copy protection, and licensing agreements.
ˇ Investigate careers.
ˇ Develop a résumé.
ˇ Complete a job application form.
ˇ Demonstrate interviewing techniques.
ˇ Compose an interview follow-up letter.
ˇ Create a portfolio containing representative examples of each type of document produced by the student.
ˇ Identify potential employment barriers for nontraditional groups and ways to overcome the barriers.
Classroom Expectations
Students are expected to:
ˇ Be kind and respectful to others at all times
ˇ Be responsible for their own actions
ˇ Be respectful to and responsible for equipment and work areas and the classroom in general
ˇ Be prepared and on task
ˇ Be trustworthy
Grading Policy
Quizzes, tests and projects will be used during the semester to assess student learning.
- Assignments/ Projects 50%
- Tests 20%
- Classroom participation 10%
- Quizzes 20%
Homework
Practice outside of class is encouraged if you have access to a computer, but not mandatory. There is occasional homework such as studying for quizzes and tests. If a students needs or wants to stay after school or come in early to catch up, talk to me and I will be happy to schedule a time.
Absences
If a student is absent, a list of missed assignments is posted on the board at all times. Assignments will be kept in a central location available to students at all times. It is the student's responsibility to check to see what work is missing and make arrangements for making it up. Students have five (5) days to make up work after an absence per Montgomery County Policy.
Late Work
I will accept late work up to three (3) days after the due date--or up to three (3) days after the five (5) excused days set forth by Montgomery County Policy for absences. Each late day will reduce the grade by one letter. After three (3) days, the final grade will become a zero.
Supplies
ˇ Pen/pencil
ˇ Notebook paper
ˇ Box of tissue
ˇ CMS Agenda
ˇ .75 to cover cost of a binder
Each student should bring in .75 cents to cover the cost of a 1/2" 3-ring binder, which will be provided. If a student loses or destroys the notebook they will be required to bring in a replacement notebook.
The 3-ring binder will be kept in the room to keep and organize work and notes. These notebooks will be checked periodically throughout the semester for a participation grade. Students need to bring their agenda, a pencil/pen and paper daily in order to take notes, keep track of upcoming assignments and do class work. If a student doesn't have a pencil/pen and paper, two (2) points per day will be deducted from the participation grade. Two (2) points will also be subtracted if students do not bring their agendas to class.
I have a class website with information posted that you are welcomed to visit. Go to http://www.mcps.org/cms and click on Faculty. Then click on Jamie Simmons. OR, go directly to my site, at http://www.teacherbridge.org/public/users/jsimmons/Home. You will be able to find weekly vocabulary lists as well as other class information.
Please feel free to contact me at any time if you have any concerns or questions. My e-mail address is jsimmons@mcps.org.
Jamie Simmons
394-2180 (CMS)
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