Computer ApplicationsMr. Ostrom’s Lab2015-2016

8th Grade Computer Applications Syllabus

Instructor:Mr. Ostrom

Location:Room 21

Contact:E-mail:

Voice mail: 773-3267 ext. 7508

Web Page:

Purpose:To develop an understanding of the basic functions of six computer application programs consisting of keyboarding, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations

Subjects to be covered:

Word Processing (Word)

Creating, Printing, Editing Word Documents

Using Proofreading Marks

Formatting Text and Using Help

Enhancing the Visual Display and Clarity of Documents

Creating and Formatting Tables

Spreadsheets (Excel)

Preparing and Formatting an Excel Worksheet

Inserting Formulas in a Worksheet

Creating a Chart in Excel

Inserting Clip Art Images

Presentation (PowerPoint)

Preparing a PowerPoint Presentation

Editing and Formatting a PowerPoint Presentation

Adding Animation to Presentations

Tips for Presenting a PowerPoint slide show to your audience.

Coding

Students will use various coding software packages to learn how to make videos including Alice, Scratch, etc.

Materials Needed Every Day

Folder

Paper

Pen or pencil – please use a legible ink

Agenda

2 Gb USB Thumb Drive or greater

Grading:

Class Participation Rubric:

100 points will be given on a daily basis according to the rubric below.

I / II / III / IV
Not On Task / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0
Somewhat On Task / 10 / 10 / 10 / 10
Mostly On Task / 20 / 20 / 20 / 20
On Task / 25 / 25 / 25 / 25
  1. Attitude in class. Not talking to neighbors. At the correct computer.
  2. Raising hand to talk.
  3. Working the whole class period.
  4. Participating in group discussions.

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Computer ApplicationsMr. Ostrom’s Lab2015-2016

Class Grading System:
A = 90-100

B = 80-89

C = 70-79

D = 60-69

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Class work:30%

(Including daily activities, class participation, and homework)

Projects:70%

Assigned by Teacher and assignments in Class!!!

PBIS Guidelines:

  1. Be Responsible by not eating or drinking in class.
  2. Be Responsible by not harming the computers in ANY way.
  3. Be Responsible and do not wander around the room aimlessly.
  4. You will respect yourself by completing your work.
  5. You will respect me by paying attention when asked.
  6. You will respect your classmates by allowing them to speak and receive help.
  7. Be Safe and keep your hands, feet and objects to yourself.
  8. Be Safe use Materials appropriately

No Cell Phones, MP3, IPODS, etc in class at any time!!!

Consequences:Disruptions in the classroom will not be tolerated. Disruptions and misbehavior will be handled according to the student handbook. These consequences may include:

Warning, Private Conference

CONTACTING YOUR PARENT/GUARDIAN at the time of incident.

Detention, Parental Conference

Office Referral

Make Up Policy:Upon the student’s return to class with an excused absence, he or she will be given a reasonable period of time to make up all work as noted in the school student handbook. Exceptions will be made only for extended, excused absences. Those students with unexcused absences will be given zeros for any missed assignments. No make up work will be accepted the last week of the grading term. Long term projects are due on the assigned date with no exceptions. Make up work must be done by prior arrangement. Please let me know one day in advance that you are coming in for makeup work. Tests and presentations must be made up with prior notice.

Be Sure To Add Contact Information and Sign the Back Copy and Return to Mr. Ostrom By End of First Week of Class!!!

Thanks,

Mr. Ostrom
Computer Applications

Please Return Filled Out By The First Friday Of The Semester For A Grade

Mr. Ostrom

Room 8

E-mail:

Parents’/Guardians’ Names:
E-mail:
Home Phone:
Cell Phone:
Work Phone:

I have read and understood the guidelines, procedures, rules, and consequences for Mr. Ostrom’s class and have shared them with my parents and/or guardiansand understand that they will be contacted immediately when I do not follow them.

Student’s Name: (please print)______

Student’s Signature: ______

Parent’s Signature: ______

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