Syllabus/Overview
Introduction
to Information Technology
Instructor:
Sharon C. Lee Work Telephone: (802)
893-3230, Voice Mail 320
Course: Intro to Information Technology Grades:
9 – 12 Length of Unit: 9 weeks
Introduction to Information Technology 1/2 UNIT OF CREDIT
This course will provide students with an integrated approach to
information technology using an entrepreneurial theme throughout the course. Students
will apply the skills and knowledge learned by doing in-class exercises and
projects based on their business simulation.
A procedure writing assignment will be completed for the student’s
writing portfolio based on a skill learned from class relating to technology. The goal for the class is for students to
become proficient in technology use to meet the changing needs of today’s technological
world. RECOMMENDATION: Completion of Keyboarding I at junior high or
high school level.
Materials Used:
Course materials will be supplied by the instructor via a variety of sources
Software: Microsoft
Office
Supplemental Hardware: Digital Camera
Enduring Understandings:
1) Effective electronic communication is essential in today’s technological society.
2) The way information is presented using different formats can affect the interpretation of the data.
3) Problem-solving and higher-order thinking skills are an important life-long process.
4) Electronic research is a powerful tool to keep us in touch with world trends, events, past, present and future.
5) Electronic organization and navigation is essential to effective technology use.
Essential Questions:
1) How does word processing software help you communicate?
2) What is a database and how would you use it?
3) What is an electronic spreadsheet used for?
4) How can we use PowerPoint to present our ideas?
5) How can digital still pictures, video and audio files aid in communication and business?
Course
Expectations:
The students are expected to come to class on time, to demonstrate good attitude and respectful, courteous behavior, to work diligently in class, to keep up with class assignments. Students will maintain a portfolio of their work in the classroom. All equipment and materials will remain in the classroom.
Course
Evaluation:
The students will be evaluated according to the quality of their work, completion of assignments and employability skills. Class projects/assignments will count as 90% of the grade and assessments given at the completion of each unit will count as 10%.
Assessments are given to measure student knowledge and progress. Immediate feedback will be given for the opportunity to improve. Assessments will include a variety of projects and a final portfolio representing course content. Occasional assignments to be done outside of class may be given in order to prepare for future projects.
Makeup Work: The student has the responsibility of seeing the teacher to arrange makeup work within the timeframe allotted for absence. If there are extenuating circumstances, the teacher and the student will work out a solution.
Absenteeism and Tardiness: The administrative policy as stated in the student handbook. Students must obtain an excused/unexcused admission pass from the office before return to class from an absence.
Teacher Office Hours:
I am available to meet with students for extra help after school Tuesday through Thursday promptly at 2:45 p.m. by appointment or during my preparation period during the school day. Students are welcome to use the lab during study hall to practice or make up work if there is an available seat and the student has permission from teacher occupying the lab.
Please take a few moments to think about what you would like to accomplish in this course.
Goal
1:
Goal
2:
Goal 3:
I have read and understand the above course syllabus.
Parent/Guardian:
______________________________________ Date:
Please provide: Parent email
Parent work phone:
Student’s signature: ____________________________________ Date:
Intro to Information Technology Ms. Lee