Computer Applications I
Instructor: Mr. McSherry
Year: 2011-2012
Room: 55
Instructor E-mail: mcsherbe@npenn.org
Web Page: http://oc.course.com/sc/off2007/index.cfm?action=home
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course will provide an overview of microcomputer applications including a brief
introduction to computer concepts, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office 2007,
Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
TEXTBOOK AND SUPPLIES
Microsoft Office 2007 Shelly Cashman
Note: The textbooks for this course are to remain in the classroom as there is only
one classroom set.
The student h: drive
ASSIGNMENTS
Below is a tentative list of the assignments for the semester. Supplemental assignments
will be provided based on time constraints.
Reading Assignment
Lab Assignment
Points
Word Project 1
Learn to Ride
Lab 2 Blooming Deals
Flashcards
Wireless Communications
Flashcards
Decades Project
Varies
20
20
45
20
42
60
Varies
Word Project 2
Personal PowerPoint Project
Extra Credit
COURSE GRADING CRITERIA
The below letter grades and their corresponding numerical scores will be used as the
basis for grading for this course.
Numerical Score
97 – 100
Corresponding Letter Grade
A+
90 – 96
87 – 89
80 – 86
77 – 79
70 – 76
65 – 69
Below 65
A
B+
B
C+
C
D
F
STUDENT PROGRESS
Should you wish to keep on top of your student’s progress, I encourage you to e-mail or
call me. Students with proactive, involved parents/guardians traditionally have a much
higher level of success. If you wish to contact me, please feel free to e-mail me at the
above e-mail address (this is preferred to avoid “phone tag”) or call me at the school
number, extension 4552.
LATE WORK
Late work will be accepted provided it is turned in within one week after the due date. As
students need to be taught to meet deadlines, any work that is turned in late will receive
half the credit it would have otherwise received. There are extenuating circumstances
which may arise that would call for an exception to this policy. Should such
circumstances come about, a parent or guardian will need to contact me. Please let me
know as soon as possible in such a situation.
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
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Be prepared for each day's class by bringing the proper materials and assignments
with you.
Be polite and respect everyone.
Keep your hands, feet, body and objects away from others.
Seek help whenever necessary. I enjoy helping my students!
Help maintain a clean and orderly computer lab. Gum, food or drink of any kind
is prohibited in the lab.
The Internet should only be used with the instructor's permission, and only in a
manner directly related to that day's lesson. Inappropriate use of the Internet will
result in a detention or Saturday school and/or loss of Internet privileges, which
will impact the student’s ability to complete certain assignments in the classroom.
Destruction or mutilation of equipment in the computer lab will not be tolerated.
Participate fully in all individual or group assignments.
Give your complete attention to the instructor when he is stating directions or is
engaged in instruction.
Attend class daily, on time. Two unexcused tardies will result in an assigned
morning detention. It is to your advantage to arrive on time so that you don't miss
any important information.
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Disruptive behavior detracts from the learning of the student engaged in the
behavior and those around him. Such behavior may result in an assigned morning
detention.
Please return the below portion of this page.
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Please complete and return to me in 3 days.
I have read and understand the course description, the supplies needed for class, the
course assignments, the grading criteria, the classroom expectations and the policy
regarding late work for this course. I will do my part to see to it that all responsibilities on
my end are fulfilled in order to ensure a successful school year.
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