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KEYBOARDING
Keyboarding is a one-semester course using Pentium processor computers and Windows XP. Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:- Identify computer system components.
- Boot, access, and exit operating system and software.
- Input data and commands using a keyboard and mouse.
- Key alphabetic, numeric and symbol information using a touch system and correct techniques.
- Manipulate data/software/operating system using function keys, icons, bars, and pull-down menus.
- Improve keyboarding techniques, including speed and accuracy.
- Proofread and edit copy.
- Key and format letters, reports, outlines, and tables.
- Maintain work station, equipment, materials, and supplies.
- Use electronic help screens, spell check, grammar check, and thesaurus to prepare documents.
- Investigate careers.
- Create a portfolio containing representative examples of each type of document produced by the student.
Classroom Expectations
Students are expected to:
- Be kind and respectful to others at all times
- Be responsible for their own actions
- Be respectful to and responsible for equipment and work areas and the classroom in general
- Be prepared and on task
- Be trustworthy
Grading Policy
Quizzes, tests and projects will be used during the semester to assess student learning. There will also be timed-writings to evaluate keyboarding speed and accuracy.
Assignments.......................20%
Tests/Projects....................20%
Classroom participation...........10%
Timed Writings....................20%
Quizzes...........................30%
Homework
Practice outside of class is encouraged if you have access to a computer, but not mandatory. There is occassional 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
Pen/pencil
Notebook paper
Box of tissue
CMS Agenda
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 keyboarding room to keep and organize work and notes. Students will take the notebooks home at the end of the semester. These notebooks will be checked periodically throughout the semester for a participation grade.
Students need to bring their agenda, a pencil or pen, and paper daily in order to take notes, keep track of upcoming assignments and to complete classwork. 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.
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)
Links:
Keyboarding Practice
Typing Tests Online
The History of Typewriters
Stress Reduction & Break Time Activities
Typing Injury Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Spacing Rules
Online Citation Machine
Free Typing Games
Keyboarding Games
Free Typing Games
Jonathan Miles Fingerjig Typing game
Gecawich, Michael. 2002. Games Keyboarding Teachers Play Teaching Business Education Newsletter. Warwick, RI. (pp. 105 - 113).