Emerson Middle School 700 W. Elm Enid, OK 73701 580.366.7250 ...
Emerson Middle School 700 W. Elm Enid, OK 73701 580.366.7250
Computer Exploration 7th Grade Room 208 School Year 2016-17
Instructor: Mrs. Sue Hays [email protected] Plan 2nd Period Phone: 366-7250 Ext. 7268
Computer Exploration 7th Grade Course Purpose Computer Exploration 7th Grade (Semester Class) This class is designed to help 7th grade students master the standard keyboard by touch and learn features in MS Word and PowerPoint. Students will learn (1) the keyboard by touch; (2) the correct fingering technique; (3) correct spacing after punctuation marks, (4) basic word processing skills in Microsoft Word and features like clipart, word art, number/bullet lists, textboxes, (5) basic features of PowerPoint, (6) Internet safety and internet research skills, (7) basic features of Excel, and (8) Publisher: brochures and business cards It is important for students to have some keyboarding skills and to have basic computer knowledge. Having keyboarding skills and computer knowledge allows students to use the computer more efficiently when they complete assignments/projects. Also, having this skill and knowledge will also allow students to be more successful on the computerized state tests.
State Standards for Technology Enid Schools uses the ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education) Standards for Computer/Technology Classes. ISTE Standards for Students: 1. Creativity and innovation; 2. Communication and collaboration; 3. Research and information fluency; 4. Critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making; 5. Digital citizenship; 6. Technology operations and concepts
Format of Class Class activity will consist of daily keyboard practice for 9 weeks. Practice begins with the home row keys and students will progress little by little until all keys are learned. During this process basic MS Word features will be introduced along with learning the keyboard. This process takes approximately eight to nine weeks. PowerPoint, Excel, and Publisher programs will be introduced during the second half of the semester.
In this class, 20% of a class will be to activate students’ prior knowledge. This will come from keyboard practice on previous keys learned. Practice will give students the opportunity to reinforce their memory and give each student a chance to get warmed up. Another 20% of the lesson will come from teacher input. Teacher input will come in the form of giving demonstrations of using correct fingers and correct reaching techniques for each key as well as individual reaching techniques. Once students are warmed up and understand correct fingering techniques, 45% of student’s time will be directly devoted to practicing new keys and building up memory of keys. The final 15% of the class will be used to identify student success. This will involve teacher observation of students practicing while using the correct fingering techniques while building up memory of keyboard without looking at keys. Also, short typing assignments will be given and students will print papers and check for accuracy. If students can maintain control of the keyboard without looking and maintain accuracy of lines, then students’ memory of the keyboard is building. The same format will be used when students are learning about Microsoft Word and PowerPoint programs.
Course Materials The teacher will provide to each student one three-hole, two pocket folder & one pencil to use and keep in the classroom. Students may volunteer to bring Isopropyl Alcohol cleaning wipes and/or baby wipes for the teacher to keep computers and desk area clean.
Classroom Expectations for the student “Ready to Learn” Classroom Procedures – Computer Class – Mrs. Hays No food or drinks or gum in the computer lab Be on time and ready to learn; Listen and follow instructions When you enter class, be courteous and quiet and look on the board for instructions to start class for the day (bell work is considered part of your grade) Take responsibility for your own education, ask questions; ask for make-up work when you are absent Raise a hand to ask a question or to respond to a teacher’s questions (no talking across room or class disruptions) Show respect for each other and all computers/equipment (don’t play with mouse or parts of computer – take care of computers/equipment) Don’t be guilty of keeping others from learning (no excessive talking, don’t lean back in chair, don’t make fun of others) Classroom Etiquette and Procedures 1.
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Students are asked to listen attentively to the teacher during instructions and refrain from talking to others. Students are expected to listen and follow instructions. Talking across the room to others is not permitted. Talking, making noises, and/or laughing in an attempt to disrupt class will not be allowed. When students have question, they will raise their hands and be acknowledged by Mrs. Hays before talking. Questions should be relevant to the lesson of the day. Mrs. Hays wants the environment of her classroom to be quiet and calm so that all students have the opportunity to learn. Mrs. Hays acknowledges that in a computer class, students will be working individually at times and at other times students will help each other. We can all work together to accomplish objectives. Students are expected to understand that learning a skill such as keyboarding takes time and practice every day. Every student can learn and improve keyboarding skills. We will not make fun of each others’ keyboarding skills. Every student can try their best and develop better keyboarding skills. Students are expected to use time wisely in class and complete assignment for the day. Students are asked to try their best everyday in class and understand with continued practiced their keyboarding skills will improve. Students will have the opportunity to take practice sheets home and extra practice at home.
Classroom Absences 1.
2. 3.
If/When a student is absent, the student will want to come in and make up the work before or after school or during lunch. Handouts will be provided for students to practice at home and this can be substituted for practice at school if the teacher can see student progress and memory of keys. Students need to remember that anytime a student is absent (OSS, ISS, regular absence, in the office or with a counselor) the work will need to be made up at school. Try your best to be in class every day. Students with perfect attendance for 6 weeks will receive a stamp on the SWAG card.
Discipline Each student needs to remember that all students have the right to learn. When students disrupt class, that student is keeping others from learning. When students do not respect school property, they can be keeping others from using school property. Class disruptions, computer misuse, excessive talking, not doing work, chewing gum/candy, leaning back in chair, talking back to teacher or showing disrespect, and/or other classroom rule violations will result in: 1st time – warning and date/offense documented 2nd time - write 25 sentences, “I will act appropriate in Mrs. Hays’ classroom.” 3rd time – write 25 sentences, “I will act appropriate in Mrs. Hays’ classroom.” AND call parents 4th time & others - an office write up More serious offenses like fighting, cussing, excessive property damage will result in an office write up without going through first three steps. SWAG Card – will be stamped as positive reinforcement for (1) getting to class on time, (2) working well in class and getting work done, (3) showing manners, (4) random acts of responsibility and/or kindness, and (5) overall continued positive attitude TARDIES – Students are expected to be on time and ready to learn. The following are consequences for tardies. 1st tardy – warning and documented 2nd tardy – call parent and write 20 times, “I will not be tardy to Mrs. Hays’ class.” 3rd tardy – write 25 times, “I will not be tardy to Mrs. Hays’ class.” 4th tardy & others – OFFICE WRITE UP
Student Grades Grading Scale: 100-90 A 89-80 B 79-70 C 69-60 D Enid Board of Education requires teachers to take at least two grades per week. Keyboarding Grades will come from the following: 1. Correct posture when sitting in chair and Using the correct fingers when keyboarding 2. Keeping palms up off the table and Keeping eyes on book and memorizing the keys 3. Following instructions off board for assignments and completing bell work 4. Various typing assignments along with worksheets, & keyboarding assignments with accuracy Grading of students’ memorizing the keys is subjective. The teacher observes students daily to see if students are memorizing the keys. Students are expected to keep eyes on the book while keyboarding and use correct fingers for keys. Grades will come from (1) memorization of keys, (2) using correct fingers for keys, (3) sitting up straight in chair & keeping palms up, (4) daily practice lines (5) following instructions and completing assignments Microsoft Word and PowerPoint grades will come from the following: 1. Bell work and Listening to instructions and learning features of these programs 2. Following instructions and steps on assignments and Getting assignments completed 3. Saving file (s) correctly and Tests/quizzes (will count as one grade)
Additional Information Students need to take restroom and drink breaks between classes. The nature of this class makes it difficult for students to take breaks during class time unless it is an emergency. Students will be encouraged to get a drink and use the bathroom between class changes. Students are encouraged to miss as little school and class as possible due to the amount of practice lines we type during class and all class assignments. Your child’s success is very important. Students will be given practice sheets to take home for extra practice. Please contact me with any concerns or questions you may have. My planning period is 1st hour. You may contact me at school (366-7250 Ext. 7268) and/or my email ([email protected]) Please feel free to contact me for an update on your child’s progress. I also encourage you to use Parent Portal to check your child’s grades. I am available for students to come in for extra help from 7-8 am every morning and after school during the 6-plus time. (2:30 – 3:30)
Course Outline for Semester Class Week 1: Home row keys ASDF JKL; Week 2: H and E keys & I and R keys; internet procedures Week 3: T and O keys & N and G keys; internet research Week 4: Left shift key & period; internet research ALSO MS Word Features Week 5: U and C keys & W and Right Shift key ---- MS Word features Week 6: B and Y keys & M and X keys ----- MS Word features Week 7: P and V keys & Q and Z keys ----- MS Word features Week 8: comma, colon, questions mark, & apostrophe keys ----- MS Word features Week 9: all keys; work on accuracy and speed ----- MS Word features Week 10 – 12 More features of MS Word Week 13 – 18 PowerPoint, Internet, Excel, and Publisher
Computer Exploration 7th Grade Room 208 School Year 2016-17
Instructor: Mrs. Sue Hays [email protected] Plan 2nd Period Phone: 366-7250 Ext. 7268
Computer Exploration 7th Grade Course Purpose Computer Exploration 7th Grade (Semester Class) This class is designed to help 7th grade students master the standard keyboard by touch and learn features in MS Word and PowerPoint. Students will learn (1) the keyboard by touch; (2) the correct fingering technique; (3) correct spacing after punctuation marks, (4) basic word processing skills in Microsoft Word and features like clipart, word art, number/bullet lists, textboxes, (5) basic features of PowerPoint, (6) Internet safety and internet research skills, (7) basic features of Excel, and (8) Publisher: brochures and business cards It is important for students to have some keyboarding skills and to have basic computer knowledge. Having keyboarding skills and computer knowledge allows students to use the computer more efficiently when they complete assignments/projects. Also, having this skill and knowledge will also allow students to be more successful on the computerized state tests.
State Standards for Technology Enid Schools uses the ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education) Standards for Computer/Technology Classes. ISTE Standards for Students: 1. Creativity and innovation; 2. Communication and collaboration; 3. Research and information fluency; 4. Critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making; 5. Digital citizenship; 6. Technology operations and concepts
Format of Class Class activity will consist of daily keyboard practice for 9 weeks. Practice begins with the home row keys and students will progress little by little until all keys are learned. During this process basic MS Word features will be introduced along with learning the keyboard. This process takes approximately eight to nine weeks. PowerPoint, Excel, and Publisher programs will be introduced during the second half of the semester.
In this class, 20% of a class will be to activate students’ prior knowledge. This will come from keyboard practice on previous keys learned. Practice will give students the opportunity to reinforce their memory and give each student a chance to get warmed up. Another 20% of the lesson will come from teacher input. Teacher input will come in the form of giving demonstrations of using correct fingers and correct reaching techniques for each key as well as individual reaching techniques. Once students are warmed up and understand correct fingering techniques, 45% of student’s time will be directly devoted to practicing new keys and building up memory of keys. The final 15% of the class will be used to identify student success. This will involve teacher observation of students practicing while using the correct fingering techniques while building up memory of keyboard without looking at keys. Also, short typing assignments will be given and students will print papers and check for accuracy. If students can maintain control of the keyboard without looking and maintain accuracy of lines, then students’ memory of the keyboard is building. The same format will be used when students are learning about Microsoft Word and PowerPoint programs.
Course Materials The teacher will provide to each student one three-hole, two pocket folder & one pencil to use and keep in the classroom. Students may volunteer to bring Isopropyl Alcohol cleaning wipes and/or baby wipes for the teacher to keep computers and desk area clean.
Classroom Expectations for the student “Ready to Learn” Classroom Procedures – Computer Class – Mrs. Hays No food or drinks or gum in the computer lab Be on time and ready to learn; Listen and follow instructions When you enter class, be courteous and quiet and look on the board for instructions to start class for the day (bell work is considered part of your grade) Take responsibility for your own education, ask questions; ask for make-up work when you are absent Raise a hand to ask a question or to respond to a teacher’s questions (no talking across room or class disruptions) Show respect for each other and all computers/equipment (don’t play with mouse or parts of computer – take care of computers/equipment) Don’t be guilty of keeping others from learning (no excessive talking, don’t lean back in chair, don’t make fun of others) Classroom Etiquette and Procedures 1.
2.
3.
Students are asked to listen attentively to the teacher during instructions and refrain from talking to others. Students are expected to listen and follow instructions. Talking across the room to others is not permitted. Talking, making noises, and/or laughing in an attempt to disrupt class will not be allowed. When students have question, they will raise their hands and be acknowledged by Mrs. Hays before talking. Questions should be relevant to the lesson of the day. Mrs. Hays wants the environment of her classroom to be quiet and calm so that all students have the opportunity to learn. Mrs. Hays acknowledges that in a computer class, students will be working individually at times and at other times students will help each other. We can all work together to accomplish objectives. Students are expected to understand that learning a skill such as keyboarding takes time and practice every day. Every student can learn and improve keyboarding skills. We will not make fun of each others’ keyboarding skills. Every student can try their best and develop better keyboarding skills. Students are expected to use time wisely in class and complete assignment for the day. Students are asked to try their best everyday in class and understand with continued practiced their keyboarding skills will improve. Students will have the opportunity to take practice sheets home and extra practice at home.
Classroom Absences 1.
2. 3.
If/When a student is absent, the student will want to come in and make up the work before or after school or during lunch. Handouts will be provided for students to practice at home and this can be substituted for practice at school if the teacher can see student progress and memory of keys. Students need to remember that anytime a student is absent (OSS, ISS, regular absence, in the office or with a counselor) the work will need to be made up at school. Try your best to be in class every day. Students with perfect attendance for 6 weeks will receive a stamp on the SWAG card.
Discipline Each student needs to remember that all students have the right to learn. When students disrupt class, that student is keeping others from learning. When students do not respect school property, they can be keeping others from using school property. Class disruptions, computer misuse, excessive talking, not doing work, chewing gum/candy, leaning back in chair, talking back to teacher or showing disrespect, and/or other classroom rule violations will result in: 1st time – warning and date/offense documented 2nd time - write 25 sentences, “I will act appropriate in Mrs. Hays’ classroom.” 3rd time – write 25 sentences, “I will act appropriate in Mrs. Hays’ classroom.” AND call parents 4th time & others - an office write up More serious offenses like fighting, cussing, excessive property damage will result in an office write up without going through first three steps. SWAG Card – will be stamped as positive reinforcement for (1) getting to class on time, (2) working well in class and getting work done, (3) showing manners, (4) random acts of responsibility and/or kindness, and (5) overall continued positive attitude TARDIES – Students are expected to be on time and ready to learn. The following are consequences for tardies. 1st tardy – warning and documented 2nd tardy – call parent and write 20 times, “I will not be tardy to Mrs. Hays’ class.” 3rd tardy – write 25 times, “I will not be tardy to Mrs. Hays’ class.” 4th tardy & others – OFFICE WRITE UP
Student Grades Grading Scale: 100-90 A 89-80 B 79-70 C 69-60 D Enid Board of Education requires teachers to take at least two grades per week. Keyboarding Grades will come from the following: 1. Correct posture when sitting in chair and Using the correct fingers when keyboarding 2. Keeping palms up off the table and Keeping eyes on book and memorizing the keys 3. Following instructions off board for assignments and completing bell work 4. Various typing assignments along with worksheets, & keyboarding assignments with accuracy Grading of students’ memorizing the keys is subjective. The teacher observes students daily to see if students are memorizing the keys. Students are expected to keep eyes on the book while keyboarding and use correct fingers for keys. Grades will come from (1) memorization of keys, (2) using correct fingers for keys, (3) sitting up straight in chair & keeping palms up, (4) daily practice lines (5) following instructions and completing assignments Microsoft Word and PowerPoint grades will come from the following: 1. Bell work and Listening to instructions and learning features of these programs 2. Following instructions and steps on assignments and Getting assignments completed 3. Saving file (s) correctly and Tests/quizzes (will count as one grade)
Additional Information Students need to take restroom and drink breaks between classes. The nature of this class makes it difficult for students to take breaks during class time unless it is an emergency. Students will be encouraged to get a drink and use the bathroom between class changes. Students are encouraged to miss as little school and class as possible due to the amount of practice lines we type during class and all class assignments. Your child’s success is very important. Students will be given practice sheets to take home for extra practice. Please contact me with any concerns or questions you may have. My planning period is 1st hour. You may contact me at school (366-7250 Ext. 7268) and/or my email ([email protected]) Please feel free to contact me for an update on your child’s progress. I also encourage you to use Parent Portal to check your child’s grades. I am available for students to come in for extra help from 7-8 am every morning and after school during the 6-plus time. (2:30 – 3:30)
Course Outline for Semester Class Week 1: Home row keys ASDF JKL; Week 2: H and E keys & I and R keys; internet procedures Week 3: T and O keys & N and G keys; internet research Week 4: Left shift key & period; internet research ALSO MS Word Features Week 5: U and C keys & W and Right Shift key ---- MS Word features Week 6: B and Y keys & M and X keys ----- MS Word features Week 7: P and V keys & Q and Z keys ----- MS Word features Week 8: comma, colon, questions mark, & apostrophe keys ----- MS Word features Week 9: all keys; work on accuracy and speed ----- MS Word features Week 10 – 12 More features of MS Word Week 13 – 18 PowerPoint, Internet, Excel, and Publisher
