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  Computer Literacy 6

Julie Abeyta, Ed.D.

email:  jaa433@interact.ccsd.net 

On the web:  https://sites.google.com/site/drjulieabeyta/ 

Tuesday & Thursday, 2:15 - 3:30 p.m.

 


School Policies:

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Please visit the Johnston website for information on school policies and procedures.

Important Course Dates:

  • March 24 - End of Quarter 3
  • April 10-14 Spring Break- No School
  • June 6, 7, and 8 - Semester Exams
  • June 8 - Last Day of School

Grading Policy:

Grading Scale - Quarter Grades

A 90%-100% Excellent
B 80%-89% Above Average
C 70%-79% Average
D 60%-69% Below Average
F Below 60% Failing

 

Semester Grade Calculation
45% Quarter 3 Assignments and Assessments
45% Quarter 4 Assignments and Assessments
10%   Semester Exam

 

Grading Scale - Semester Grades

P    >= 60% Pass - Student will receive 1/2 credit toward high school graduation
NM < 60% No Mark - Student will not receive graduation credit and must retake this class in high school

Tutoring:

If you find that you need help, I am available after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:15 - 3:30 p.m.

Required Resources, Books, eBook access, etc.

No special materials or resources are required for this course.  A laptop or desktop computer with Internet access is helpful, but not required, as most work will be completed at school.

Course Description:

This one-semester course provides students with fundamental computing skills. Areas of emphasis include Internet use and safety, office productivity applications, and system fundamentals. Instructional practices incorporate integration of diversity awareness including appreciation of all cultures and their important contributions to society. The appropriate use of technology is an integral part of this course. This is an elective course appropriate for grades six through eight. This course fulfills the one-half computer credit required for high school graduation

Course Goals:

  1. To explore the evolution and terminology of computer.
  2. To research issues related to copyright, invasion of privacy, data security, and the ethical use of information.
  3. To model recommended ergonomics.
  4. To practice appropriate keyboarding techniques.
  5. To identify the major components of a computer system.
  6. To examine the functions of a computer network.
  7. To demonstrate file acquisition, transmission, and storage protocols.
  8. To create word processing documents, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, and electronic communications.
  9. To develop strategies for safe and effective web searches.

Course Summary:

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