Fall 2019 Course Syllabus
Course: POFT-1127- Section: 11 Introduction to Keyboarding |
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Instructor | Adriane Champagne | ||||||||||
champagneam@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||||
Phone | (409) 984-6416 | ||||||||||
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Description | Skill development in keyboarding techniques. Emphasis on the development of acceptable speed and accuracy. | ||||||||||
Prerequisites | None | ||||||||||
Learning Outcomes |
1. Obtains general knowledge of networking and computer terms through content reading material (PSLO ALPHA) measured by pretest/posttest. 2. Demonstrate basic keyboarding techniques. (PSLO 2) measured with rubrics applied to hands-on projects. 3. Use current Microsoft Office programs to develop professional results from software use. (PSLO 3 &4) measured with rubrics applied to hands-on projects. 4. Students demonstrate ethics and professionalism (PSLO 1), measured by embedded test questions. |
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Program Student Learning Outcomes |
PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. PSLO 1. Demonstrates appropriate professionalism in the administrative workplace environment. SLO 1. Students will demonstrate appropriate professionalism in the administrative workplace environment PSLO 2. Uses current business administration skills. SLO 2. Students will use current business administration skills. PSLO 3. Uses current business office software applications. SLO 3. Students will use current business office software applications. PSLO 4. Proofreads and edits business documents. SLO 4. Students will proofread and edit business documents. |
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Textbooks |
Keyboarding and Word Processing Essentials Lessons 1-55: Microsoft Word 2016, Spiral bound Version , 20th Edition Susie H. Vanhuss; Connie M. Forde; Donna L. Woo; Vicki Robertson ISBN-10: 1-337-10302-0 ISBN-13: 978-1-337-10302-2 |
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Lecture Topics Outline |
Week 1: Syllabus review, pre-test, Blackboard and Self Service Banner For each week there will be new keys learned and a possible quiz. Week 2 Alphabetic Keys; speed drills Week 3 Alphabetic Keys continued; speed drills Week 4 Alphabetic Keys continued; Review Week 5 Resume building Week 6 Figure and Symbol Keys; speed drills continued Week 7 Review and Assessment Week 8 Word 2019 Essentials Week 9 Word 2019 Essentials continued Week 10 Memos and Letters Week 11 Review and Exam Week 12 Tables Week 13 Reports Week 14 Review and Exam Schedule is subject to change |
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Major Assignments Schedule |
Week 1: Syllabus review, pre-test, Blackboard and Self Service Banner For each week there will be new keys learned and a possible quiz. Week 2 Alphabetic Keys; speed drills Week 3 Alphabetic Keys continued; speed drills Week 4 Alphabetic Keys continued; Review Week 5 Resume building Week 6 Figure and Symbol Keys; speed drills continued Week 7 Review and Assessment Week 8 Word 2019 Essentials Week 9 Word 2019 Essentials continued Week 10 Memos and Letters Week 11 Review and Exam Week 12 Tables Week 13 Reports Week 14 Review and Exam |
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Final Exam Date | December 5, 2019 - 8:00 AM Through December 5, 2019 - 10:30 AM | ||||||||||
Grading Scale | 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F | ||||||||||
Determination of Final Grade |
Assignments/ Quizzes 60%, Exams 40% | ||||||||||
Course Policies | |||||||||||
Instructor Policies |
I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by e-mail. If you want to discuss your grades, you must come to my office in person. Homework assignments will be given each week. LATE WORK is highly discouraged and will incur a 25 point penalty for every day it is late. Due dates are given and enough time is given to complete all work. NO EXCEPTIONS. Academic Policies: Student IDs are required for the first exam. IDs must be visible on your desk before the exam is administered no ID, no exam. If you miss an exam, your lowest test grade will count twice. If you miss more than one exam, those exams will be given a grade of zero. Students must leave the classroom after exam is finished. There will be a final exam. All students must take the exam on the scheduled date and time, and failure to do so will result in a 0 on the final exam. Every student MUST have a copy of the required textbooks by the second week of class. The student will still be responsible for any assignments given. Failure to have a text may result in being dropped from the class. No emailed work is accepted. Students are responsible for completing all assigned reading and video viewings. A failure to follow oral and/or written instructions will result in penalties. Academic dishonesty will result in a zero on any assignment; a second incidence of academic dishonesty will be handled based on campus policies and procedures with the department chair. Students should keep a record of their grades/average. Instructor(s) will not average grades for students. Instructors do not drop grades. Quizzes will be given at the beginning of the class period. Students coming in to class late will not be allowed to take quizzes. A grade of zero will be recorded for the quiz. Assignments are due at the beginning of each class; student assignment coming in late will be assessed a penalty, even if the student arrives to class late and turns in work. Students are responsible for completing all assigned homework and for being prepared for each class meeting. This applies even if you were absent for the previous class meeting. Software Requirements: If you are in a course that is using a specific software, you MUST have the software available to you either on your home computer or you must use the open lab provided in the Gates Library. Reliable Internet access is required for all online courses and many traditional courses. Computer failure and lack of internet access are not acceptable excuses for missed assignments, projects, quizzes, or exams. DO NOT wait until the last minute to complete class work or exams. |
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Attendance Policy |
Poor attendance is a leading reason for termination from a job in all areas of employment. With this factor in mind, the instructor monitors student attendance daily. In addition, attendance on a regular basis is necessary for proper skill development. |
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Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||||
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Important Information | |||||||||||
ADA Considerations | The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241. | ||||||||||
MyLamarPA | Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLamarPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLamarPA. | ||||||||||
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Classroom Etiquette: The following behaviors will result in the student being asked during class time to cease the action and/or leave the classroom: using cell phones, talking, or keying while the instructor is giving instructions or during class discussions; leaving class early without informing the instructor; surfing the Internet during lecture; and displaying a rude or negative behavior toward the instructor or other students. E-Mail/Voice Mail Etiquette: Students must use appropriate e-mail etiquette when corresponding with instructor; for example, complete sentences and a full subject line with your name/course name. Voice mail messages should be clearly spoken identifying students name, course, and any return phone number. |
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HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. |