Mrs. Laurent-Smith

Advanced Software

 

Course Description

This course prepares students to work with Microsoft Office 2010 in a career setting or for personal use. Using courseware that incorporates a step-by-step, project-based case study approach, students develop an introductory-level competency in Office 2010 and explore the essential features of Windows 7 and Internet Explorer 8.0. Students also develop an understanding of fundamental computer hardware and software concepts.

 

Prerequisites: Computer Concepts and Software Applications

 

Text

Benchmark Series Microsoft Office 2010 by Rutkosky/Seguin/Rutkosky, © Paradigm Publishing, Inc.

 

Grades

Grades will be given for tests, projects, homework assignments, classroom activities, and quizzes
(announced and unannounced).

 

Grading Scale:*

 

A - 90-100

B - 80-89

C - 70-79

D - 60-69

F -  0-59%

 

QTR1 45%

QTR2 45%

Final  10%

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*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.