Introduction to Computers, High School (Period 3) Assignments
- Instructor
- Laces Admin
- Term
- Fall 2007
- Department
- Computers
- Location
- 208
- Code
- Period
- Description
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Dear Parent/Guardian:
The purpose of this letter is to introduce myself and give you an overview of the course I am offering: Introduction to Computers for Middle School, Room 208.As an introductory course, the goal will be to provide students with a broad overview of computers and related technologies, with a focus on increasing their understanding, appreciation and skill with these technologies. This is a one year course.
Curriculum
The curriculum will consist of three main components.
Objectives - Students will gain a minimum proficiency with and general understanding of:
1 Touch Typing/Keyboarding Skills
2 Applications (Programs: Word Processing, Graphics, Internet, Email, etc.)
3 Concepts & Issues in the Field of Computer Technology
Grading Policy
Your child’s overall academic grade for this class will be based on a Standard Scale, as follows:
100-90%=A, 89-80%=B, 79-70%=C, 69-60%=D, Below 60%=Fail
All student assignments, projects and activities will be given a specific point value.
Dividing points earned by the number of points possible will calculate student percentages.
Tardy Policy
- Students are expected to be in their seat at bell (only 1 is forgiven)
- 2 ardies = “S” in Work Habits
- 3 tardies = “U” in Work Habits
- Additional tardies may result in standards, parent contact and/or detention
Standards for Written Work
- All written work should have a standard heading and title, & use blue or black ink
- Papers should have left and right margins and spaces between answers
- All written work should be legible, cursive or printing are acceptable
Classroom Rules and Policies
Standards for Student Behavior and Appearance are outlined in the LACES Pride Code of Conduct Agreement and the Antibullying Policy found in the Student Handbook and will be enforced in this classroom. Therefore, students and parents are expected to review and be aware of these standards found on pages 4 & 5.
Parents/Guardians:
Thank you for taking the time to review and discuss this information with your child. Your support and cooperation in helping me to develop and maintain an effective learning environment in my classroom are greatly appreciated. Please feel free to contact me at any time if your have questions or concerns. You may contact me via email if you wish. ([email protected])
Sincerely,
Warren Merriman, Teacher
LACES Magnet
Computer Electives
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Upcoming Assignments
No upcoming assignments.
Past Assignments
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Test: Office Toolbars
- Study Office Toolbars Worksheet
- Know how to manipulate toolbars and their tools - Page 1
- Be able to identify a variety of toolbars and their tools
- Know your shortcut keys
- Use the PowerPoint slideshow below to help you study
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Quiz: Office Toolbars
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- Sign On to Your Email Account
- Change Password (Guided Exercise)
- Click on Compose (Upper Left Corner)
- Send Email to Mr. Merriman
- To.................... [email protected]
- Subject............ P#, First Email Assignment
- Message:......... Standard Heading
- Full Name
- Period #, Station #
- November 28, 2007
- Click on Send
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Worksheet: Office Toolbars
- To be completed in class
- Use Highlighting Tool to highlight main ideas and important points on page 1
- Then complete page 2
- You will need MS Word to open
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Worksheet: Working with Windows
- Read and follow all directions carefully
- Review Windows vocabulary
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Word Processing: Basic Computer Vocabulary
- This is a quided exercise
- Work is to be completed and printed in class
- Follow all word processing guidelines
- Proper heading
- Margins, Alignments, Font, Font size
- Bold vocabulary words
- Set hanging indent, 1.5'
- Check definitions for accuracy
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Student Progress Report
- Worth 5 points (1 extra credit for promptness)
- Details progress in class to date
- Requires parent signature
- 1 point deducted for each day late
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Review Good Typing Posture/Ergonomics & Home Keys
Quiz next week
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Quiz: Ubiquitous Cameras (20 Points)
- Vocabulary
- Review Questons
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Study for Quiz on Reading: Ubiquitous Cameras
- Review Vocabulary
- Study Review Questions
See assingment below to download reading.
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Student Progress Report
- Worth 5 points (1 extra credit for promptness)
- Details progress in class to date
- Requires parent signature
- 1 point deducted for each day late
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Reading: Ubiquitous Cameras
- Define Vocabulary Words
- You can use the Online Dictionary - Dictionary.com
- Answer Review Questions in complete sentences/Do not copy questions
- Sentences should be clear, concise and not vague. Avoid pronouns.
- Follow Writing Standards
- You can download the reading below (It may be opened as Read-Only)
- There is also a Sample Paper
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Nighly Typing Practice - 15 Minutes
Practice Touch Typing at a level appropriate to your current level of typing proficiency
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Font Practice
- Using MS Word, demonstrate an understanding of font type and size
- Type the Sentence: Font comes in many styles and sizes
- Copy/Paste sentence so you have 10 sentences (double space)
- Use numbering icon to number sentences 1-10
- Range font size from 10pt - 28pt, line by line
- Then make each line a different font type - all fonts must be appropriate for academic work
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Notes: 9-Tips on Good Typing Posture
- Read online article: How To Keep Good Posture When In Front Of A Computer
- List and summarize the 9 tips for good posture while keyboarding
- Click the link below to view the article
- Below is a sample of the assignment
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Parent Letter and Online Safety Pledge - Signed and Returned
- One Point will be deducted for each day they are late.
- The letter gives parents an overview of my class:
- Curriculm
- Grading Policy
- Standards for Student Conduct
- The Safety Pledge:
- Gives parents an overview of expectation for student online behavior:
- Safety Guidelines
- The Do's and Dont's of Online Behavior
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Review Questins: Web's Dark Corners
- Read and Discuss article: What's Lurking in the Web's Dark Corners
- Review Vocabulary as whole class excercise
- Answer Review Questons in complete sentences
- Remember the Writing Standards
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Send Mr. Meriman an Email
- Send me an email from this LACES website
- Hint: Go the the "Staff List" and click on "Send Email" next to my name
- This is an optional assignment
- It is not required, and will not be graded
- In your email, tell me something interesting about yourself
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Handwritten Copy of Basic Computer Vocabulary
- Follow writing standards demonstrated in Sample Paper
- Proper Heading & Titlte
- User Black or Blue pen only
- Left and right margins
- Skip lines
- Copies of the Voacabulary and Sample Paper may be downloaded by clicking the links below.