Career and Technical Education (CTE)Occupational Education Course

Microsoft Office Specialist 1, 2, 3 or 4Syllabus

Instructor: Mrs. Eckelman, Business Instructor, Master Microsoft Office Specialist and Microsoft Imagine Academy

Email: peckelman@auburn.wednet.edu Room #114

Course Benefits: Tech Prep Agreement with Green River Community College, Renton Tech or Highline Community College with “B” or higher grade at the end of the semester, community credit is awarded with certifications.

Course Description:

Pending College Credit at GRCC, Renton Technical or Highline Community College matched with certificates obtained.

(Must have a B or above) Pending College Credit), one credit per certification, via school’s policy Learn the advanced features of: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and

Outlook (OneNote/SharePoint) Train for the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification Complete one or more Microsoft examination Enhance computer efficiency Gain competitive computer skills needed in today’s job market.

The purpose of this class is to prepare students for the Microsoft Office Specialist industry exams. The testing areas include: Word (Expert), Excel (Expert), Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook. The obtainment of Master Certification is available for students at AMHS. Master Certification is the completion of one Expert exam and three other certifications. www.certiport.com

Grading

50%

Written and Production Tests, Microsoft Office Specialist Exams, Gmetrix (Training/Project) (Study of Two Programs Required, minimum one per quarter)

40%

Jasperactive, Daily Work

10%

Leadership (Core 24 Time)

*60% credit will be issued for late work submitted.Written tests may be retaken if not met standard (80% and lower) and retaken within the week. All retakes must have coursework completed for the chapter before retakes can be administered. Production tests may not be retaken in Accounting. All lessons of Jasperactive can be redone as well as continued attempts of Microsoft Office Specialist Exams that include rigor training.

Microsoft Office Specialist Exams are “high stakes” industry certification that is recognized around the world. Students will be industry testing in the class during the day and no student can be disrupted when taking the exams. Testing stations are clearly marked when exams are present and announced in class. Violation of disrupting an exam will result in parent contact and discipline referral.

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Grading Scale

93-100 A 90-92 A-88-89 B+83-87 B80-82 B-78-79 C+73-77 C70-72 C-60-69 D0-59 F

Leadership: Intervention Period: CTE students will be expected to attend 20 minutes per week (averaged over each month) to document their time and 21st century skills learned. This will be recorded in Skyward Gradebook as “CORE24 TIME” a monthly graded activity.

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The 10 Characteristics of Leadership

by Dr. John Gardner

1. Listening2. Empathy3. Action4. Delegation5. Enthusiasm6. Reflection7. Stewardship8. Humor9. Integrity10.Passion

It is your RESPONSIBILITY to get the class work you have missed, complete it and turn it in.

All work (assignments, projects and tests/quizzes) will receive 60 % for work submitted late. Plan ahead! Let your instructor know if you have extenuating circumstances as to why you missed the deadline. All tests will be available for retakes.

AFTER BEING ABSENT FROM CLASS:

1. Ask a neighbor to see exactly what work was done. (Was there an assignment in the book? Did you miss a quiz/test? Do you need to plan time to make-up a test/work?)

2. If you have any questions, be sure to see me at the end or beginning of class and I will help you. Be certain that you understand the assignment BEFORE you leave class.

3. If you were absent when an assignment was due write ABSENT at the top of your completed assignment when you turn in work.

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4. If you are absent on the day a test or quiz is given, then you will take it the day you return. (Unless it has been a long illness.) It is your responsibility to ask me for the quiz or test that you missed.

While using the Business Department Facilities, a student is charged with the following responsibilities:

1. To observe all routines and procedures established by teacher.2. To observe the rules of safety.3. All backpacks need to be clear of the isle for safety!4. Chromebooks are not needed in class, please store them safely below your work

stations.5. To be courteous and respectful to all classmates and the teacher.6. To do nothing that will harm someone else physically or emotionally.7. To do nothing that will make it difficult for someone else to learn.8. To await instructions for the day.9. Submit only work that is yours. 10. No food, beverages or gum in the labs unless medical need. (Water only)11. Cell phones are allowed in class on a limited basis for educational learning and

support, not a distraction tool.12. To come to class on-time and be prepared to learn.

Computer Expectations:

Chromebook Charging. At the back of the room there is a table with a power strip to charge a few Chromebooks. Please plan on plugging your Chromebook in each night to be charged for the day for other classes.

No Chromebooks are needed in this class, please limit your desk area for your textbook, dual monitors and extra space for your neighbors.

Do not charge cell phones in the wall where people can trip over your cords. Cell phones will be used on a limited basis, please have your phone handy for a tool for organization—not distraction. Phones are a high theft item, please do not leave your personal items unattended.

Do not tamper or change the configuration and networking of your computer. Do not use personal music, games or other programs in the school’s computers. No

exceptions! Do not download and program without teacher permission. To sit at the assigned computer. To notify the teacher immediately if you notice something missing, broken, or

marked on. This includes items such as: computer, mouse, desk, chair, bookstand, and keyboard.

Do not log on another student’s file—no exceptions! Only work in the program areas that you are instructed to be working in.

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Internet use is designed specifically for classroom research. See Auburn School District Internet Policy for specific details of contract.

Work submitted for credit will not be accepted unless it was created by the student and saved on his/her own directory. Do not assist another student by providing printouts of your work to neighbors—this is cheating.

To be responsible and display careful maintenance of the equipment

Absences and Tardy Policy:

See Student Handbook

*Note that 9 or more absences in a semester can jeopardize a student from receiving credit or a fail for the class.

One of the biggest challenges facing educators across the nation is student attendance. We are not an exception at AMHS. We would like your help in making sure your student is at school and in every class. AMHS defines chronic absenteeism as missing 10 percent or more of a school year. This translates to 18 days a year (9 days each semester) or two days every month.  Our main goal at AMHS is to educate your students and that is hard to do when they are not in school. Together we can work to make sure all students are in school and moving toward 100% graduation.

When a student is tardy they must sign-in report to the Attendance Office. If a teacher, counselor or administrator holds you back late, make sure you get a pass. In the world of work you are expected to be on time.

It is a fact that if you do not get in the habit of good attendance at school, that this bad habit carries over to the working world as an adult. You are expected to attend class and be on time.

Passes:All passes whether going to the office, locker, and bathroom will be limited to two per quarter. Keep track and use your time wisely!

Cheating:It is the responsibility of each student to complete his/her own work and to avoid cheating even the appearance of cheating. First violation will involve loss of grade for the assignment/test (0), parent notification and detention. The second violation is a full grade deduction for the quarter and again parent contact.

I have received and read the responsibility and expectation rules.

_____________________________ __________________________ Student Signature Date

*See student handbook for Auburn Mountainview school policy.

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Business Education Computer Lab Usage Form

Usage of the computer labs at Auburn Mountainview High School is a student privilege. Outlined below are terms and conditions that maintain an educational lab environment. The Business Department’s goal is to provide operational computers on a daily basis and in order to make this happen, basic expectations and explanations need to be addressed. Computer ethics are strongly emphasized.

Student Use of Computers

Network Use your assigned logon and password unless directed otherwise by the instructor.

Software Only use software programs currently assigned. Demonstrate efficient file management using the Windows Explorer to delete files no longer needed. Other software is not to be loaded or downloaded other than the ones used for classroom use.

Hardware Report items requiring repair immediately to the instructor. Notify teacher is equipment is missing, altered or damaged.*Purposeful vandalism will result in replacement at student’s expense.

Cloud Computing Plan on using Google Drive or OneDrive or some type of cloud storage to backup or save files.

Assignments Create and save assignments on individual student directory as directed.

Computer Games Programs other than the assigned via Internet or software programs are to be accessed only by the discretion of the teacher. Inappropriate games include those with violence, weapons, inappropriate language and attire are not to be loaded or used on the machines.

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Disciplinary Consequences of Computer UsageTeacher Level

1. Minor software tampering, and/or not following instructor’s directions will result in a verbal warning from the instructor with the expectation of a change in behavior. Students who alter the machine will be asked to change the computer back to the original state.

2. A second warning of tampering and off-task behavior will result in loss of machine for the day, parent contact and possible detention with the teacher.

3. Continued altering of software and noncompliance will result in loss of machine for two days and an immediate parent conference with the teacher, student and administrator.

Cheating will result in the loss of assignment grade (0) and parent notification. A second occurrence will be a loss of a full letter grade and parent notification.

Computer Coordinator/Vice Principal Referral* Repeated inappropriate usage and insubordination regarding computers from teacher-

level consequences.Downloading illegal or hacking software to the network or hard drive.

Jeopardize network security i.e. Hacking into unauthorized

systems/programs.

Purposeful visiting of inappropriate (non-

educational) Internet sites.

Administration ReferralGross insubordination related to computers.

Vandalism and theft. (This may result in the student paying for

the replacement cost.)

Danger to themselves or others

Illegal activity (threats, weapons, or drugs)

*Consequences for the Computer Coordinator and Administration may vary depending on the incident. Students may be immediately locked out of their student directory and denied access until the problem is resolved. I have received and read the Business Education Computer Lab Usage Form and will abide by the expectations outlined.

_________________________________________________________ __________ Student Signature Date

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Business EducationLeadership Skills

Demonstrate business-like conduct work effectively in a team communicate effectively with others demonstrate ethical behavior

Demonstrate self-discipline: work independently manage stress effectively demonstrate honesty

Manage time effectively: prioritize tasks develop timelines monitor and adjust meet or surpass deadlines

Take responsibility for your own learning: set realistic goals convert a plan of action produce quality work discover the world beyond the classroom

Demonstrate business-like conduct: maintain appropriate noise level maintain an organized work station use equipment, facilities, and materials appropriately stay on task

Work effectively in a team: “There is no “I” in the word team.” put forth equal effort demonstrate consideration for your classmates accept responsibility for completing the task

Follow instructions: listen when instructions are given take notes clarify understanding by questioning teacher

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