Course Description
This course is designed to acquaint middle school students with proper techniques and instructional methods for keyboarding. It will reinforce principles of touch keyboarding techniques and correct posture whenever students are seated at the keyboard. Students will gain insight into basic Google tools for the production of work in Google Docs, Google Slides, Google Classroom, and Google Drive.
Class Policy
Attendance
If a student is not here, they cannot participate. Class participation is mandatory for a passing grade unless there are extenuating circumstances.
Makeup Policy
Three class days after returning to class, all work should be made up unless it is a prolonged & excused absence.
Classroom Conduct & Expectations
They must be in their assigned seat. There are no bathroom breaks (go between classes). No food or beverages are allowed at the terminals. No unapproved game sites will be tolerated. It is not on-task participation.
Electronics Policy
No cell phones are allowed out at any time. It will be taken and turned into the office. See the student handbook for more information.
Grading Policy
Graded Events
Typing Tests (accuracy and speed)
Notes (printed and given to students) Quizzes
Classwork/Participation
Note: This syllabus is subject to change throughout the 2024 - 2025 school year.