Business Studies Department
Course Outline and Policy
2014-2015
POWER FOR SUCCESS
Course Name:
Information and Communication Technology in Business
Course Code:
BTT 1O1
Teachers Name:
Mrs.Rosen (Office # 315)
Phone:
905-882-0277 ext 565
Course Information and Description:
This course will introduce you to information and communication technology in a business
environment and will build a foundation of digital literacy skills necessary for success in a
technologically-driven society. You will develop word processing, spreadsheet, database, desktop
publishing, electronic presentation and website design skills. There will be an emphasis on digital
literacy, effective electronic research and communication skills, and current issues related to the
impact of information and communication technology.
Unit Plan/Course Content
Unit 1 - Digital Literacy
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Terminology
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The Computer Workstation
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File Management
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The Internet
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Electronic Research
Unit 2 - Productivity Software
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Word Processing (MS Word
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2010)
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Spreadsheet (MS Excel 2010)
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Database (MS Access 2010)
Unit 4 - Business Communications
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Electronic Communication
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Portfolio
Unit 5 - Ethics and Issues in Information
and Communication Technology
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Legal, Social and Ethical Issues
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Privacy and Security Issues
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Health and Environmental Issues
Unit 3 - Design Software
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Electronic Presentations (MS Power Point 2010)
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Desktop Publishing ( MS Publisher 2010)
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Web Page Development
Methods of Instruction
Course content may be presented using the following methods:
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Independent Work - Lab Format, “Comic Life”
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Short Lessons & Discussions
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Video & Simulations
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Team Work & Cooperative Learning, Wikis
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Smart board Interactive
Part of the course will be comprised of independent work. It is your responsibility to stay
focused and meet deadlines. If you fall behind, you are able to come in before school to catch up
or you may fail.
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Team Work
This course will require a lot of team discussions and at least one group assignment, as they help
improve your communication, presentation and leadership skills.
Tips to Succeed in a Team
1.
Do your part- contribute equally to the task.
2.
Involve all team members- don't take over the assignment
3.
Respect all ideas of the members of your team- don't be a "know it all"
4.
Effectively complete your task and the final assignment- meet the deadline
5.
Use your class time wisely.
Classroom Conduct (Respect and Responsibility)
1.
Please respect yourself and others. Inappropriate language, put downs and derogatory
remarks will NOT be tolerated.
2.
Raise your hand when you have something to say, you will be recognized.
3.
Take responsibility for your own learning. You are encouraged to seek extra help
when it is needed. Please, "Make an effort, not an excuse"!
4.
Come to class prepared. This includes bringing your course pack binder, paper, pens,
pencils, and anything else you may need. You will need your course pack binder
everyday.
5.
Washroom and drink breaks are permitted but will be limited if abused. You may not
go to the washroom or get a drink during a lesson.
6.
Food and drinks are not allowed in the classroom. Water is permitted at the discretion
of the teacher, and if left at the front of the room
7.
Cell Phones are NOT allowed in the classroom at any time.
8.
Listening Devices may be used ONLY during Independent computer work but ONLY
with the approval of your teacher.
9.
Hats and any other headgear are NOT to be allowed in the school.
If you do not plan to be respectful or responsible, you will be asked to leave! This may be
done without any warning. So please think before you speak or act.
Computer Use
1.
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6.
You have been assigned and are responsible for a computer terminal. You are not to
use any other computer in the classroom without permission.
Do not let other students use your computer without supervision.
You, along with other students from other classes have been assigned to that terminal
and you are ALL responsible for the care of that terminal. You must report a problem,
you may be held responsible for the problem-Problems may include broken hardware,
vandalism, or corrupt software. Report these concerns immediately by completing a
computer concern form. Give the completed form to your teacher.
At the end of each class your workstation must be clean and set up properly for the
next class. This includes: logging off, straightening your keyboard and monitor and
returning your chair to the desk area.
Do not share your login. You will be held responsible for any inappropriate activity on
your login. All activity is monitored. Therefore, think before you surf and check your
e-mail.
Using "chat" is not allowed in this class or within the school. Remember computers
are for academic use ONLY.
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Remember, you signed your name to a computer access contract. Therefore, you will be held
accountable if you breach that contract.
Course Pack
Although there is no official text for this course you can use one of the two textbooks below. A
course pack and in-class notes will sufficient for this course. You are responsible to know all
material covered in the course pack and in the notes taken during class. Your course pack /notes
binder must be kept up to date, complete and organized at all times. Course packs are free of
charge; one course pack will be supplied per student. Your course pack is to be kept in a separate
1” binder. Do not share this binder with notes from another class. Your notes will be checked
frequently to ensure they are up to date, neat & organized.
Discovering Computers–2008, 2009, 2010 Complete Shelly & Cashman, NELSON,
2010/2008/2009
Computing Fundamentals – 5th edition Peter Norton, GLENCOE/MCGRAWHILL, 2003
Business Connections - Information Technology in Action, Laura Pinto, PEARSON, 2003.
Tests & Quizzes
In this course you will be evaluated on your assignments, tests, final culminating assignment and
a final exam
1.
Rule of Thumb- Do not miss any tests. Since tests are announced will in advance, all
outside appointments should be scheduled around your test.
2.
In the event that you do miss a test due to an illness you must bring in a note from a
parent/guardian stating that they know you missed a class and you missed a test. A
Doctor's note may be required. The test will be done immediately upon your return to
class. No note means a "0" mark on that test. Tests may not be rescheduled due to an
extended vacation.
3.
Quizzes are a great way to check for homework completion. So be prepared. Quizzes
cannot be made up if missed.
4.
"The 48 hour rule!" If you have a concern about a returned test, or assignment (other
than a mathematical error) come to me and we will book an appointment to review
your work. If you request a re-evaluation, your grade may go up but it can also go
down.
5.
Cheating will not be tolerated. You will be given an automatic "0" grade on the
assignment or test. If the cheating involves two or more students (the passing around
of material) all students are subject to a "0" grade.
Homework and Assignments
A. If you miss a class:
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE for any and all missed notes and assignments. When
you return from an absence: Rule of thumb "Ask 3 before me". Your teammates can
fill you in on what we did while you were gone. They will take handouts for you and
lend you notes to copy. Ensure you pick up the missing papers and catch up the
missed concepts – again ask your teammates
B: If you miss an assignment deadline
1.
After 2 late or missed assignments there will be a call home to your parents or
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guardians
Discuss with your teacher a consequence and an alternative deadline.
C. Assignment Criteria and Submission Procedure fashion.
1.
Assignments are collected in an orderly fashion. Do not just drop it on my desk
without my acknowledgement.
2.
Keep a copy of your assignments in your “H:” drive. If your assignment goes
missing you will be able to submit another copy immediately.
3.
Carefully follow the formatting structure for each assignment. For example: font size,
font type, margin settings, cover pages, table of contents, etc.
4.
Always have a backup plan. Assignments can be kept on a USB key or in your email.
Attendance
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6.
Help
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Please be on time. If you are late, enter the class quickly and without disruptions
Admit slips are required after an absence
A Doctor's ;note may be required after a long period of absence
Your parents cannot give you permission to skip school
Always come to class prepared, especially for a test
Finally, poor attendance and frequent late arrivals to class will result in consequences
Don't let small problems during the semester grow to a crisis at the end. It's always
easier to fix anticipated difficulties than to untangle a mess.
Remember, we are here to help you and we want you to succeed!
Assessment and Evaluation of Student Learning Expectations:
Ongoing Assessment And Evaluation – 70%
Knowledge/
Understanding
15 %
Items include:
Tests/quizzes
Presentations
Lab Work
(short answer and
theory recall)
Thinking/Inquiry
15 %
Items Include:
Tests/Quizzes,
Presentations, Lab Work
Projects
(creativity, quality of
explanations, reasoning,
thoroughness of answers,
attention to detail)
Communication
15 %
Presentations
Performance Problems Projects
Assignments
(written and oral
communication, presentation
skills, language usage, neatness
and accuracy)
Application
25 %
Tests
Presentations
Performance Problems
Projects
Assignments
(applying learned concepts,
drawing parallels, providing
examples, etc.)
Final Evaluations – 30 %
e-Portfolio 10%
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Formal Evaluation ( Exams ) 20%
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