CA1+Overview

=Computer Applications 1= //7th Grade Course Overview//

Computer Applications 1 is a required course for all seventh grade students. You will have this course every day for one marking period.

__You will learn about:__

 * Word Processing
 * Desktop Publishing
 * Computer Literacy and Internet Tools
 * Internet Safety
 * Basic Presentation Skills
 * Keyboarding

__Students will be able to...__

 * Demonstrate word processing proficiency
 * Utilize Microsoft Word to produce a variety of documents
 * Use desktop publishing to create documents combining text, graphics, and draw tools
 * Prepare and utilize electronic presentations using PowerPoint and the Internet
 * Present electronic presentations to a designated audience

__You will use…__
MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Publisher, Internet Explorer, MicroType

You will be graded on a variety of assignments, warm-up exercises, and class participation. For success, it is essential that students attend class and participate in classroom activities. Students are expected to work the entire period and make a sincere effort to attain the highest possible degree of skill. Missing assignments can be made up during resource.

__Expectations:__
1. No food or drink is allowed in the computer lab! 2. //RESPECT// yourself, your equipment, your classmate, & your teacher. 3. Students are expected to complete ALL class projects (in class, during resource, or after school). 4. Students should stay on task and work diligently. 5. Students must abide by the “Central Bucks Technology Use Agreement for Students”. 6. Students will create a folder where they will store ALL their work. You may only add, delete, or alter assignments in YOUR FOLDER ONLY!

=Ms. Casciole= //Contact information:// E-mail: scasciole@cbsd.org Phone: 267-893-3293