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Use Principles of planning, management and organization. |
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1.1 |
Practice time management and follow a work schedule |
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1.2 |
Identify and implement planning tools |
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Demonstrate knowledge of leadership. |
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2.1 |
Demonstrate awareness and skills of being an effective team member |
Standard 3
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Identify, plan, and prepare for a future career. |
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3.1 |
Compare and evaluate careers and training opportunities |
Standard 4
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Demonstrate knowledge of finance and commerce in global economy. |
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This standard is covered in other applied technology classes. |
Standard 5
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Apply professional customer service and communication skills. |
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5.1 |
Apply business and work ethics |
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5.2 |
Demonstrate professional interpersonal skills |
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Demonstrate proficiency in the use of technology. |
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6.1 |
Demonstrate proper keyboarding techniques |
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6.2 |
Perform the fundamentals of word processing |
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6.3 |
Use basic terminology common in computers and computer networks |
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Unit Title: |
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Keyboarding |
9 weeks |
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Standard & Benchmarks: |
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Business Technology 1.1, 1.2, 5.2, and 6.1 |
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Content: |
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Students will learn to correctly key on the QWERTY keyboard. Speed and accuracy will be addressed. |
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Students will complete the activities and projects in the MicroType software program. |
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Suggested Resources: |
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MicroType Software, Internet, and Textbook |
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Unit Title: |
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Computer Basics |
3 weeks |
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Standard & Benchmarks: |
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Business Technology 1.1, 1.2, and 6.3 |
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Content: |
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Students will learn the basics of a computer including component names, setup, uses, and functions. |
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Students will complete projects that will ask them to apply skills by “purchasing” technology that meets specific requirements. |
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Suggested Resources: |
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Textbook, Internet, Guest Speakers, and other various resources |
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Unit Title: |
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Microsoft Word |
15 weeks |
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Standard & Benchmarks: |
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Business Technology 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 5.1, 5.2, and 6.2 |
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Content: |
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Students will learn to properly key and format business documents using Microsoft Word. Skills learned will include editing, formatting, creating tables, merge documents, and automations. |
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Suggested Student Performance/Product: |
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Students will complete the exercises and activities that accompany the textbook. |
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Suggested Resources: |
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Textbook, Internet, and Guest Speakers |
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Unit Title: |
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Careers |
9 weeks |
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Standard & Benchmarks: |
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Business Technology 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 5.1, 5.2, 6.1, 6.2, and 6.3 |
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Content: |
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Students will explore a career of their choice and make a group presentation to the class. |
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Suggested Student Performance/Product: |
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Students will research a career using OKCIS and will then prepare a group presentation on that career with a career cluster team. |
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Suggested Resources: |
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Textbook, Internet, OKCIS, and Guest Speakers |
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Business Technology 9th-12th Grades
Rationale and Course Description
In this course, students will examine changes occurring in today’s office organization and the implementation of electronic technology to facilitate the flow of information through an organization. Students will be made aware of the changes occurring in job responsibilities as technology becomes more prevalent in business offices. Special emphasis will be placed on the reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills needed in electronic offices.
How will students learn?
Students are expected to meet all course goals listed and be able to demonstrate their understanding of the underlying concepts. The instruction will be conducted through the use of various instructional strategies including lecture, textbooks, handouts, hands-on exercises using manipulatives, collaborative learning groups, “Being There” experiences, service learning projects, leadership activities, and special projects assigned by the instructor. Students will work independently and in teams to enable them to learn how to complete projects by themselves and as a team member. Assignments will require students to draw upon academic skills in reading, writing, and math.
Content Outline
Students will complete units in:
Keyboarding
Computer Basics
Microsoft Word
Careers
How will students be assessed?
Students will be assessed through projects, daily work, tests, quizzes, time management, and attendance.
Major Projects/Products
Students will complete projects in MicroType software, Microsoft Word, identifying computer components, and a careers project.
Learning Resources
Students will use the Learning Microsoft Office 2000 textbook, MicroType Software, Internet, OKCIS software, and various other resources in this course.
Grading Policy
Make-Up Work Policy
1st Quarter
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Standard 1: Use principles of planning, management, and organization. |
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1.1 |
Practice time management and follow a work schedule |
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1.2 |
Identify and implement planning tools |
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Standard 6: Demonstrate proficiency in the use of technology. |
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6.1 |
Demonstrate proper keyboarding techniques |
2nd Quarter
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Standard 5: Apply professional customer service and communication skills. |
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5.2 |
Demonstrate professional interpersonal skills |
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Standard 6: Demonstrate proficiency in the use of technology. |
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6.3 |
Use basic terminology common in computers and computer networks |
3rd Quarter
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Standard 2: Demonstrate knowledge of leadership. |
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2.1 |
Demonstrate awareness and skills of being an effective team member |
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Standard 6: Demonstrate proficiency in the use of technology. |
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6.2 |
Perform the fundamentals of word processing |
4th Quarter
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Standard 3: Identify, plan, and prepare for a future career. |
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3.1 |
Compare and evaluate careers and training opportunities |
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Standard 5: Apply professional customer service and communication skills. |
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5.1 |
Apply business and work ethics |