Mrs. Laurent-Smith
Edwardsville High School - Business Department
Keyboarding and Docs
Textbook
Computer Keyboarding; Century 21, South-Western/Thomson Learning ©2002
Software
Windows Operating System
Microsoft Word
Micro type
Course Description
Students will develop basic skills in keyboarding techniques on the computer. Emphasis is also placed on
proofreading, correcting errors, and some introductory formatting of document preparation. Dual credit
through Lewis & Clark Community College is an option for those who qualify.
Topics to Be Covered*
Part 1
Learn & Review Letter and Figure Keys
Learn Symbol Keys
Build Keyboarding Skills
Learn Numeric Keypad
Part 2
Learn to Format Documents: Memos, E-Mail, Unbound Reports, Personal and Business Letters,
and Tables
Part 3
Build Communication Skills
Develop Word Processing Skills
Learn Advanced Document Processing
Grades
Grades will be given for tests, projects, homework assignments, classroom activities, and quizzes
(announced and unannounced).
Grading Scale:*
90-100 A QTR1 40%
80-89 B QTR2 40%
70-79 C Final 20%
60-69 D
0-59% F
*Subject to change
Class Supplies
Students must have a folder for handouts, a notebook for assignments and notes, and a pen or pencil in
class each day. The Computer Keyboarding textbook may only be taken home in certain special
circumstances with approval from the teacher and the department chairperson.