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Classroom Objectives:
Students will:
- acquire intermediate word processing skills while practicing previously learned keyboarding skills.
- continue to build keyboarding speed and accuracy.
- learn how to manage a checkbook as well as learn the basics of credit.
- continue to utilize spreadsheet software.
- create documents using desktop publishing software.
- gain an awareness of advertising and how ti affects individuals in today's society.
- create a short video.
- continue to learn about Internet safety.
- demonstrate use of the scanner, digital camera, and Smart Board equipment/software.
Classroom Expectations:
I will work to meet classroom objectives. I will be respectful to my classmates, teacher, assistants, and school property. I have read and agree to do my best to meet these classroom objectives and expectations.
Grading:
| Projects |
55% |
| Technique |
15% |
| Speed/Accuracy |
15% |
| Responsibility |
15% |
Speed/Accuracy Percentages:
Students will take three two-minute timings at least six times during the twelve week class. Students are allowed three errors before reduction from speed. Below is the scoring rubric.
| A |
29+ |
| B |
25-28 |
| C |
21-24 |
| D |
17-20 |
| F |
Below 17 |
Employability Skills Rubric (Responsibility):
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Exceptional (3) |
Satisfactory (2) |
Limited (1) |
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Cooperative Attitude
-respectful
-team player
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I am considerate of my classmates, teacher, and school property. I share my ideas appropriately. |
I usually am considerate of my classmates, teacher, and school property; I usually share my ideas appropriately. |
I need to be reminded of how to communicate with others and/or how to treat school property.
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Organized
-materials
-assignment notebook
-on time |
I am on time and bring appropriate materials consistently. I fill in my assignment notebook. |
I usually bring appropriate materials to class and fill in my assignment notebook. I am usually on time to class. |
I rarely bring appropriate materials, fill in my assignment notebook, and/or am on time. |
Stays On Task
-directions
-time management |
I listen to and follow class directions as well as use my time for the completion of class objectives. |
I usually listen to and follow directions as well as use my time for the completion of class objectives. |
I rarely listen to or follow directions and socialize with classmates and/or waste time in other ways. |
Completes Assignments
-completes assignments
-turns work in on time, even after absences |
I consistently complete my work and hand it in on time with no reminders. When absent, I get assignments at appropriate times and complete them in a timely manner. |
I usually remember to hand in my completed work with few reminders. I usually get my assignments when absent and complete them in a timely manner. |
I rarely complete my work and turn it in on time. |
Classroom Supplies Needed:
textbook (if assigned), assignment notebook, binder, loose-leaf paper or spiral notebook, pen, pencil, glue stick and scissors
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