Mr Eads 2015 16 COURSE DESCRIPTION Digital Citizenship

Mr. Eads 2015 -16

COURSE DESCRIPTION Digital Citizenship prepares students to use computer technology in an effective and appropriate manner. Students develop knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, presentation, and communication software. Students establish what it means to be a good digital citizen and how to use technology appropriately. 1 semester course

MATERIALS TO BRING Agenda Pen/Pencil Class Folder

EXPECTATIONS School Rules Classroom Behavior Do your work. Do what adults ask you to do. Keep you hands, feet, and unwanted comments to yourself. Be on Time Be Prepared for Class Respect Others Take Care of Equipment Do Your Personal Best Complete All Assignments

DEMERITS Tardy Gum/Candy Class Disruption Missing Materials(including work) Misuse of Equipment Other

AROUND THE ROOM Weekly Schedule Assignment Sheet Daily Bell Work Daily Objective To Do List

DAILY TYPING ASSIGNMENTS Bell Work: Keyboarding Lessons Daily 1 -minute Timed Tests Fridays - 5 -minute Timed Test Record Scores in Folder Set Goals Each Weekly Average

DISCUSSION BOARD RUBRIC WEEKLY GRADE _____A reply is posted by the end of the week. _____Two total comments are made on other student posts. _____ Posts are written using proper English. _____ Posts show respect toward others. _____ Posts are written with thought and are an appropriate length. Total: 5 points (1 point each)

STUDY HABITS QUARTERLY GRADE _____ On time to class. _____ Brings all required materials (folder, agenda, pencil/pen). _____ All assignments completed and submitted on time. _____ On task and attentive during instruction. _____ Works without distracting others during class. Total: 10 points (2 points each)

UNITS 1. 2. 3. 4. Word Processing(Microsoft Word) Spreadsheets(Microsoft Excel) Presentations(Microsoft Power. Point) Communication(Gmail, Discussion Board) Each unit includes daily assignments, a weekly quiz, project, and a unit test.

PROJECTS At completion of each unit �Microsoft Office Products �Digital Citizenship Rubrics will explain expectations for each project. Due Dates announced at a later date.

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LOOKING AHEAD I look forward to a great semester!