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This
course introduces students to information and communication technology in a
business environment and builds a foundation of digital literacy skills
necessary for success in a technologically driven society. Students will develop word processing,
spreadsheet, database, desktop publishing, presentation software, and website
design skills. Throughout the course,
there is an emphasis on digital literacy, effective electronic research and
communication skills, and current issues related to the impact of information
and communication technology.
What will you be
expected to learn? (Key Learnings)
In this course, you will be expected to provide evidence that you can:
1. Digital Literacy
understanding
and use of relevant terminology and workstation environment
managing
electronic folders
analyzing
and applying electronic research techniques
2. Productivity Software
using word processing, spreadsheet
and database software
3. Design Software
using presentation, desktop
publishing, and web design software
applying
effective Business Communication standards
using
appropriate technology to facilitate effective electronic communication
maintaining
a portfolio of exemplary work
demonstrating an understanding of
legal, social and ethical issues
analyzing
privacy and security issues
assessing
its impact on personal health and the environment
You will be expected to demonstrate your understanding of these key learnings through your knowledge, thinking, communication and application of the learning.
Knowledge
Emphasizes
the ability to recall factual information, recognize fundamental concepts and
the foundational skills of the subject/discipline. |
15% |
Thinking
Emphasizes
the thinking skills used in thinking processes to demonstrate the student’s
understanding of information they have processed. |
20% |
Communication
Emphasizes
the clear, precise and effective use of oral, written and visual language to
communicate the student’s understanding of information and ideas |
20% |
Application
Emphasizes the application and integration of
knowledge, skills, processes and techniques to produce evidence of the
student’s understanding. |
45% |
How will you
demonstrate your learning? (what you say, write and do)
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70% of your learning will be assessed through: |
Formative and Summative Evaluations |
e.g. |
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30% of your learning will be assess at the end of the
course (last four weeks of the semester)through: |
Final Evaluation Project 30% |
Final project, such
as creation of game, or a summer business that incorporates the use of
software programs, digital literacy and issues addressed throughout the
semester and presented demonstrating effective business communication skills. |
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100% of your learning will be recorded as: |
Final Grade on Report Card |
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Your skills as a learner will be assessed in the way you demonstrate:
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Learning Skill “Look Fors”
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Working Independently |
( teacher can change this column) accomplishes
tasks independently accepts
responsibility for completing tasks follows
instructions regularly
completes assignments on time and with care uses
time effectively |
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Teamwork |
works willingly and cooperatively with others takes responsibility for his or her own share of the work
to be done works to help achieve the goals of the group or the class shows respect for the ideas and opinions of others in the
group or class listens
attentively, without interrupting |
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Organization |
keeps resources, handouts and electronic files organized
on daily basis. follows specific steps to reach goals or to make
improvements manages
and uses time effectively and creatively |
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Work Habits/Homework |
completes
class work homework on time and with care puts
forth consistent daily effort follows
teacher directions demonstrates
consistent attendance and punctuality perseveres
with complex projects that require sustained effort |
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Initiative |
seeks
assistance when needed seeks necessary and additional information in print,
electronic, and media resources requires little prompting to complete a task, displaying
self-motivation and self-direction approaches new learning situations with confidence and a
positive attitude |
How will you learn and
get help when you are not learning?
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What are you
expected to learn? |
How will you
demonstrate what you’ve learned? |
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Units |
Key
Learnings Focus |
Your
learning will be demonstrated by what you say, write and do. |
Texts,
Materials & Learning Opportunities |
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Digital Literacy |
#1. relevant terminology electronic folders research techniques |
(Teacher can
change this column) e.g. Quiz, glossary folder, files and folders, research
projects, |
(Teacher can change this column) e. g.
Handouts and internet. Teacher and student demonstrations. |
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Productivity Software |
#2. word processing spreadsheet database |
e.g.
documents using Word, Excel, and Access |
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Design Software |
#3. presentation desktop publishing web design |
e.g.
PowerPoint presentations, Publisher designs, creation of basic web pages
using Dreamweaver |
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Business Communications |
#4. Business Communication standards electronic communication portfolio |
e.g.
create and edit electronic portfolio, student and teacher communication using
Chatt and /or email. |
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Ethics and Issues in I.C.T. |
#5. legal, social and
ethical issues privacy and security issues impact on personal health |
e.g. research and reflections on issues such as plagiarism,
identity theft, spyware, and musculoskeletal injuries. |
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