Monelison Middle School
Intro to Technology Grade 8
Semester Syllabus
Mrs. Childress -- schildress@amherst.k12.va.us
Room 135-C
Grading Categories: Modules, Technical Writings, Performance/Technology Assessments,
Vocabulary
Modules consist of 7 session, module guide, RCS’s, post test and three assessments. Participation
and attendance grades are also assigned daily.
Grading Scale—School
98-100 A+
95-97 A
92-94 A89-91 B+
86-88 B
83-85 B80-82 C+
Division Grade Scale
77-79 C
74-76 C71-73 D+
68-70 D
65-67 D64-below F
Class Requirements:
Students need to bring their agendas and a pen or pencil to class everyday. One small composition
notebook is needed to be used as a learning log. Work will be completed in class.
Classroom Rules:
 Listen to classroom directions.
 Whisper while working on the modules or seat work.
 Always obey the safety precautions posted.
 Be ready to begin work immediately.
 Leave your work station with everything back in its proper place.
Supplementary Readings:
Students are encouraged to access the following websites:
http://www.brainpop.com (the technology section)
http://education.jlab.org/solquiz/ (Practice for SOL tests)
http://www.synergistic-systems.com (to learn more about the Synergistics program)
http://www.internet4classrooms.com/ (Tutorials)
http://virginiaview.org-(to learn more about careers)
Class Projects for the Semester:
 Career exploration
 PowerPoint presentations
 Class summative project using Publisher
 Flyer using Publisher
 Photo Story videos
 All projects will be completed in class.
Class Routines:
Students will be expected to enter class quietly, sit at assigned computers, and begin module
sessions or projects. Class work for each module session is to be completed daily. Teamwork will
be emphasized.
Absences and Make-Up work
Students will be expected to make up missed assignments in a timely manner after an absence. If
necessary, time after school will be arranged.
Pacing Guide for Semester:
Time Frame
5 days
Unit Title/Content
Orientation to Synergistics Lab
Objectives
Pretest. Biography using
Publisher; Rules; Basic
computer operation;
Description of modules and
log-in principals, Acceptable
Use Policy (AUP)
Complete 3 modules and a
summary of each using
various technologies
24 Days
Three Synergistic Modules
5 days
vocabulary instruction
Demonstrate basic
understanding of terminology
relating to technology
2 days
Internet Safety/Copyright
4 days
Photo Story video
Demonstrate internet Safety
rules or copyright regulations
using various technology
Create a video to
communicate information and
ideas effectively to multiple
audiences
32 days
Four Synergistic Modules
Complete 4 modules and a
summary of each using
various technologies
5 Days
Publisher
8 days
Word Processing
5 days
Careers
Create spreadsheets by
entering data, setting up
formulas, analyzing data, and
creating a chart to visually
represent data.
Review basic word processing
skills when writing a technical
writing.
Create a 10 slide PowerPoint
presentation on a chosen
career after researching on
the Internet.
SOLs/NETS
C/T 6-8.2, 8.4
NETS*S 6
SOLs are
different for
each module
NETS*S 1, 4
SOLs are
different for
each module
NETS*S 1, 4
C/T 6-8.3, 8.4
NETS*S 5
C/T 6-8.9
NETS*S 1, 3
SOLs are
different for
each module
NET*S 1,4
C/T 6-8.6
NETS*S 2,6
C/T6-8.1
NETS*S 3,4
C/T 6-8.9
NETS*S