J.

Sims, Business Technology Teacher, Room D111

COURSE TITLE: Word Processing UNITS OF CREDIT: 1 PREREQUISITES: none LEVEL: 9-12 grade COURSE DESCRIPTION This is an introductory course in keyboarding and computers. Students will learn the alphabetic, numeric, and symbolic components of the computer keyboard. Student activities include production and formatting of high quality documents such as letters, memoranda, resume, term papers, and other business documents. Emphasis will be placed heavily on accuracy, speed improvements over time, and proofreading/editing skills. Students will also learn proper e-mail etiquette and communications via the Internet. COURSE RATIONALE This area of instruction includes proper keyboarding techniques and formatting skills. The demand will continue to grow for students prepared with proofreading, editing, and composition skills. The content includes realistic tasks related to business occupations prepares students for careers in business and post secondary education. GRADING GUIDELINES A B C D F 93-100 85-92 75-84 70-74 0-69 GRADE SCALE: Assessments Classwork Class Participation Homework 50% 20% 20% 10%

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Use Proper Keyboarding Techniques Operate an Information Processing Tool Manage Software Apply Proofreading/Editing Skills Prepare Letters Prepare Reports Prepare Tables Prepare Forms Explore Careers Explore the Internet Demonstrate an Acceptable Level of Keyboarding Skill as Determined by Local Needs and Standards

J. Sims, Business Technology Teacher, Room D111 WORD PROCESSING STANDARDS Standard 1.0 The student will develop and apply concepts related to human relations, safety, career development, communications, and leadership skills for a global workplace. Standard 2.0 The student will utilize skill building drills to increase speed and accuracy. Standard 3.0 The student will create business documents, applying the appropriate formatting knowledge and skills. Standard 4.0 The student will research and apply typography, layout, design, and composition concepts to electronic presentations. Standard 5.0 The student will perform beginning and advanced document formatting skills in creating reports and tables. Standard 6.0 The student will apply language rules, proofreaders marks, and reference tools. Standard 7.0 The student will research and apply knowledge of ethical and legal issues within the industry. Standard 8.0 The student will design documents incorporating specialized features including integration of software applications. Standard 9.0 The student will create multiple column layouts. Standard 10.0 The student will create documents utilizing advanced word processing features. Standard 11.0 The student will create employment documents. Standard 12.0 The student will develop database skills to organize and maintain information. Standard 13.0 The student will investigate the Web design features of the word processing software. Standard 14.0 The student will perform a culmination project by completing a simulation.

J. Sims, Business Technology Teacher, Room D111

RESOURCES

TEXTBOOK: Century 21 Keyboarding, Formatting, and Document Processing, 5th edition (1993). Southwestern Publishing Company. Robinson, Hoggatt, Shank, Ownby, Beaumont, Crawford, and Erickson. SOFTWARE: Alphabetic Keyboarding, Numeric Keyboarding, and Key Skill Builder (1993). Southwestern Publishing Company. Haugo, Hausman, and Jackson. SOFTWARE: Typing Games SOFTWARE: Microtype Pro and Check Pro. SOFTWARE: Microsoft Internet Explorer 8

STUDENT EXPECTATIONS Students are expected to:

Come to class prepared and ready to work each day--a folder, loose leaf paper, pencil and pen, three-ring binder, and folder for class handouts is needed. Make up all missed work within one day of the absence (including tests). This must be arranged for before or after school. Students will not take a makeup test during class time. Sign a network agreement to use the networked computers and internet for classroom activities. Students will also use e-mail regularly in this course. Parents/Guardians must also sign this agreement. This is essential for this class. If an agreement is not signed, the student will be assigned library assignments instead of computer assignments for all internet-related activities. Turn in work when it is due. Many students tend to fall behind in this class, so be sure to come in before or after school to finish assignments if it cannot be completed during regular class time. Be responsible. Discuss with me if they feel they are falling behind or are having difficulty learning. I will arrange after-school tutoring for those who need additional help or instruction. Participate in an electronic discussion group.

Please feel free to contact me at school if you have any questions regarding this class or e-mail me at mrs.jsims@gmail.com.