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Microsoft Office 2000, First Course

Enhanced Microsoft Office 2013 Illustrated Introductory, First Course

Instructor:Reoungeneria McFarland

Office Room:Academic Affairs Office (1058 Hollis Price St.)

Office Phone:(901) 435-1213

Office Hours:M-F By appointment

Email Address:[email protected] Website:www.mcfarlandr.com

Credit Hours:3

Prerequisites:none

Class Meeting: Section A: Saturday August 22, 2015, 8:00 a.m.

Course Description:

As a student in this course, you will learn the most important topics of Microsoft Office 2013. No prior computer experience is assumed. You will first be presented with an overview of essential computer concepts and Windows 7. Youll have introductory units in IE10 as well as a general unit on Office 2013. From there youll move into the applications. First up is Word, followed by Excel, then Outlook and PowerPoint. On the way youll have units integrating all four applications together. Youll wrap up the course with Outlook 2013.

Text/Materials:

Text: Beskeen/Cram/Duffy/Friedrichsen/Reding, Enhanced Microsoft Office 2013 Illustrated Introductory, First Course

Software: Microsoft Office 2013.

Handouts: Additional handouts may be required. Instructor will provide information on obtaining this material.

College Graduate Competencies:

The three college graduate competencies (CGC) that are directly addressed in Intro to Micro Computers are:

1. Think creatively, critically, logically, and analytically using both quantitative and qualitative methods for problem solving;

2. Communicate effectively (listen, speak, read, and write) on formal and informal levels;

8.Maintain levels of literacy that allow them to understand the impact of science and technology on individuals, society, and the environment.

General Education/CORE II Competency Levels:

The college graduate competencies are developed specifically for this course through general education/CORE II competency levels (GEC). By the end of this course, students should have attained proficiency in the following general education competencies:

1. Demonstration of critical and logical skills to understand computer applications (CGC#1)

2. Knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (CGC#2)

3. Use of scientific knowledge to understand the workings of the computer (CGC#8)

Course Objectives:

The identified general education/CORE II competencies focus on how students enhance their logical understanding and critical comprehension of computer systems and applications. Therefore, students are expected to show proficiency in the following:

1. Demonstrate understanding of basic concepts of hardware technology and internal operations of computers.

2. Demonstrate understanding of computer applications to critically and logically use these applications to solve problems

a. Be able to acquire word processing skills.

b. Be able to create excel spread sheets using formulas, charts to do what-if analysis

c. Be able to create power point files to build presentations

d. Be familiar with database applications

Attendance Policy:

In accordance with college policy, classroom attendance is required. The following standard will be applied:

1. If unexcused absences total 15% of the regularly scheduled class meetings, the instructor has the authority to lower the final grade by one letter.

2. If unexcused absences total 20% of the regularly scheduled class meetings, the instructor has the authority to give a failing grade.

3. Five classes of tardinessarrival to class five minutes after class has begunwill equal one unexcused absence.

Technology Use:

LeMoyne-Owen College is committed to enhancing student learning through the use of a variety of applicable technologies.

In this course, students will use and be exposed to Microsoft Office 2010 which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

Demeanor:Suitable demeanor, posture and attire are required. For guidelines and the dress code, please refer to the current Student Handbook.

Teaching Methods:

1. Lectures: Important material from the text and outside sources will be covered in class. Students should plan to take careful notes as not all material can be found in the texts or readings. Discussion is encouraged as is student-procured outside material relevant to topics being covered.

2. Assignments: End of chapter activities and online activities will be assigned weekly to reinforce material in the text. These assignments may require the application of various software packages.

3. Quizzes: Occasional unannounced quizzes will be given to help ensure students stay up with assigned material.

4. Exams: Four exams will be given. The exams will be closed book/notes and will test assigned readings and material discussed in class. Review sheets will be provided prior to the exam day. The final exam will not be comprehensive in nature. However, the instructor reserves the right to retest on material that was not appropriately comprehended. These items will be noted on exam review sheets.

5. Participation: Student participation will be graded by the level of class participation and attendance.

Classroom Policies and Procedures:

The classroom learning experience provides opportunities for faculty and students to engage in interactive exchanges of course content. To facilitate this exchange, the following guidelines are provided:

1. Because each class session covers vital material and information, it is important that students arrive on time to each class session.

2. In order to enhance students performance and confidence in acquiring the material, it is critical that students come to each class session prepared. This includes bringing to class required texts, supplemental materials, and assigned work, which is provided on the course outline.

3. In order to limit unnecessary distractions which would deter learning, cell phones, multi-media devices, and laptops are required to be turned off or on vibrate when class is in session, except by permission of the faculty.

Faculty reserves the right to apply penalties for noncompliance to either or all of the above guidelines.

Assignments and Submission Requirements:

Quizzes and a Final Written Comprehensive Test will be given for students to demonstrate understanding of basic concepts of hardware technology and internal operations of computers.

Homework will be assigned frequently for students to demonstrate understanding of computer applications. It has to be sent through the e-mail by the due date and promptly graded and returned. Sending somebody else work to the instructor will not be permitted. Duplicated homework as well as the original will be assigned a grade of "F". Grading:

Total points will be computed as follows. The total points for quizzes, cases, and assignments may vary.

Exam #1: Variable Points




Assignments: Variable points

Participation: 50 Points

Total:

Course Policies:

Missed Classes: The student is responsible for obtaining material distributed on class days when he/she was absent. This can be done through contacting a classmate who was present or by contacting the instructor during his office hours or other times. Missed or late quizzes can not be made up under any circumstances but with good cause and adequate notice, an early quiz may be given. One quiz (lowest score) will be dropped at the end of the semester.

Assignments: All assignments are due at the beginning of class on the date due. Late submission of assignments will be assessed a penalty of 10% per day. No exceptions are made.

Academic Dishonesty: Plagiarism and cheating are serious offenses and may be punished by failure on exam, paper or project; failure in course; and or expulsion from the University. For more information refer to the "Academic Dishonesty" policy in the University Undergraduate Catalog. For this class, it is permissible to assist classmates in general discussions of computing techniques. General advice and interaction are encouraged. Each person, however, must develop his or her own solutions to the assigned projects, assignments, and tasks. In other words, students may not "work together" on graded assignments.

Need for Assistance: If you have any condition, such as a physical or learning disability, which will make it difficult for you to carry out the work as I have outlined it, or which will require academic accommodations, please notify me as soon as possible.

Internet Support: Check the class Web page for additional information about Office 2013.

Incomplete Policy: Students will not be given an incomplete grade in the course without sound reason and documented evidence as described in the Student Handbook. In any case, for a student to receive an incomplete, he or she must be passing and must have completed a significant portion of the course.

Policies Related to Students with Disabilities:

If you need course adaptations or accommodations because of a disability, if you have emergency medical information to share, or if you need special arrangements in case the building must be evacuated, please make an appointment with Jean Saul berry, Director of Student Development, as soon as possible at (901) 435-1727. The Student Development Office is located in the Alma C. Hanson Student Center, Room 208.

Course Outline

Assignment Descriptions:

Concepts Review Includes screen identification, multiple choice, and matching questions.

Skills Review Provides additional hands-on exercises that mirror the progressive style of the lesson material.

Independent Challenges 1, 2 and 3 Case projects that require critical thinking and application of the unit skills. The Independent Challenges increase in difficulty, with the first being the easiest (with the most step-by-step detailed instructions). Independent Challenges 2 and 3 become increasingly more open-ended

Real Life Independent Challenge Using a real world focus to apply the unit skills, students create documents that will benefit their every day lives

Advanced Challenge Exercises Optional steps that are set within 2 of the 4 Independent Challenges for each unit. They are designed to challenge more advanced students. 2 solution files are provided for easy grading.

Visual Workshop a practical, self-graded capstone project that requires independent problem solving.

Capstone Projects - 10 projects that you can use to test your students knowledge of the applications. Use these projects as homework, pop quizzes or practice for the final exam. They can be integrated in between each application or after you finish the book.

LeMoyne-Owen College Graduate Competencies (CGC)

LeMoyne-Owen College graduates should be able to:

1. Think creatively, critically, logically, and analytically using both quantitative and qualitative methods for problem solving;

2. Communicate effectively (listen, speak, read, and write) on formal and informal levels;

3. Distinguish, clarify, and refine personal values for the attainment of richer self- perception and relate those values to the value system of others;

4. Appreciate, understand, and know the foundations of the Afrocentric perspective;

5. Appreciate, understand, and know the foundations of diverse cultures in the context of a global community;

6. Appreciate, understand, know and pursue the principles, methods and subject matter that underlie the major discipline(s);

7. Accept social responsibility and provide service to humankind;

8. Maintain levels of literacy that allow them to understand the impact of science and technology on individuals, society, and the environment;

9. Attain motivational, personal management, interpersonal skills, professional development and research experience, as well as resourcefulness that will form the basis for a career and/or further educational experiences;

10. Attain critical skills, frame of reference, and understanding needed to appreciate and discriminate between artistic achievements.

BUAD118 Introduction to Micro Computers

LeMoyne-Owen College

Clinical Practice

Completion of Major Capstone

Professional, Major/Concentration

Professional, Major/Concentration

General Education

(Core II& Supplemental) 10 College Competencies

General Education

(Core II& Supplemental)

10 College Competencies

Developmental Studies (If Needed)

Developmental Studies (If Needed)

Communication

Ethics

Instruction

Outcomes

Technology

L

Content

Knowledge

Cultivates and Sustains

ExcellenceDiversity and Afrocentric Culture

Exit

Exit

Benchmark

Benchmark 2&3

Teacher Candidate

Benchmark 1

Benchmark

Student

Teacher Education Pre-Candidate

The Conceptual Framework Model

Theme: Teacher as a Facilitator of Transformative Processes

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE (Subject to change)

Week

Topic

Assignment (Subject to change)

1

Introduction to Course

none

Concepts Unit A: Understanding Essential Computer Concepts

Concepts Review

2

Windows 7 Unit A: Getting Started with Windows 7

Skills Review

Windows 7 Unit B: Understanding File Management

2 Independent Challenges

Internet Unit A: Getting Started with Internet Explorer

Office 2013 Unit A: Getting Started with Microsoft Office 2013

Internet Visual Workshop

Office Independent Challenge #1

QUIZ 1

3

Word 2013 Unit B: Editing Documents

Skills Review

Word 2013 Unit C: Formatting Text and Paragraphs


Word 2013 Unit D: Formatting Documents

Visual Workshop

4

Excel 2013 Unit A: Getting Started with Excel 2013

Concepts Review

Excel 2013 Unit B: Working with Formulas and Functions

Skills Review

5

Excel 2013 Unit C: Formatting a Worksheet


Excel 2013 Unit D: Working with Charts

Integration Unit A: Integrating Word and Excel

Excel Visual Workshop

Integration Visual Workshop

6

PowerPoint 2013 Unit A: Creating a Presentation in PowerPoint 2013

Skills Review

PowerPoint 2013 Unit B: Modifying a Presentation


PowerPoint 2013 Unit C: Inserting Objects into a Presentation

Visual Workshop

PowerPoint 2013 Unit D: Finishing a Presentation

Concepts Review

7

Integration Unit C: Integrating Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint

Skills Review

Outlook 2013 Unit A: Getting Started with E-Mail


Outlook 2013 Unit B: Managing Information Using Outlook

Visual Workshop

8

Review

none

Final Exam

none

8