GRADE 7 COMPUTER CLASS

To adequately prepare the students in grades 7-8 of Midland Middle School to take full advantage of the computer classes offered at Midland High School and for their eventual employment in high school and beyond, we offer a comprehensive computer curriculum. The curriculum consists of a sequence of learning which begins in grade seven and continues in grade eight.

At the end of this class, student will have an understanding of . . .

· Windows XP

· Computer software and hardware

· Keyboarding

· Word Processing

• Proofreading at the computer
• Composing at the computer
• Internet navigation and research
• Simple desktop publishing

Required materials:

• Textbook is provided in the classroom.
• Bring binder to class with notebook paper and pen or pencil.

Class Routine:

1 Students enter classroom and quietly take assigned seat. Books placed on floor.

2 Begin the start-up assignment posted on board.

3 Mrs. I gives instruction.

4 Complete practice/assignment.

5 If and when you are done, do extra activity on board.

6 When bell rings, close all programs and turn off monitor.

Rules:

1. Come to class on time. You must be inside the door when the bell rings.
2. Use internet responsibly.
3. Do not cheat.
4. Raise your hand to talk.
5. Remain in your assigned seat.
6. Do not chew gum, eat candy or other food in class.

If a rule is broken:

1 Loss of computer time. May result in a “zero” for the assignment.

2 Demerit slip.

Teacher contact information for parents:

See the MMS web site at http://www.midland-7.org/ ; click on Midland Middle School then Computer Class to see a sample of web sites used in class.

If you need to speak with me, send me an e-mail at the address below or send a note with your child. I’ll write back and we can arrange a time to meet. It is my hope that you, the parents/guardians, and I, the teacher, can work as a team to best meet the needs of your child.

Mrs. Chris Isaacson

E-mail cisaacson@midland-7.org

MMS phone 469-3131

Home phone 815-875-4238

Grading Policies:

Work is completed at the computer during class. Students are expected to do their own work. Be prepared for an occasional homework assignment. Student work will be saved in the student’s private folder on the network.

In the event a student is absent, it is the student’s responsibility to ask the teacher what was missed and what needs to be made up. Students are then given a specific amount of time to complete the assignment.

The class consists of practicing new skills and then completing projects. Most exams are project based. Occasionally, written quizzes are given. The grade 7-8 MMS grading scale is used for computer class and the class has full weight in the student’s GPA (grade point average).

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