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Spring 2023 Course Syllabus
Course: ITSW-1301 (Section: 71, CRN: 10251) Introduction to Word Processing |
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| Instructor | Sheila Guillot | ||||||||
| guillsr@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
| Phone | (409) 984-6381 | ||||||||
| Office | Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201 B | ||||||||
| Office Hours | By appointment only | ||||||||
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| Description | An overview of the production of documents, tables and graphics. | ||||||||
| Required Textbooks |
Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.
New Perspectives Microsoft Office 365 & Word 2019 Comprehensive Ann Shaffer, Katherine T. Pinard ISBN-10: 0357026187 | ISBN-13: 9780357026182 Cengage Printed book is best*** |
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| Additional Materials/Resources | None. | ||||||||
| Corequisites/Prerequisites | None. | ||||||||
| Learning Outcomes |
Identify word processing terminology and concepts. Create technical documents. Format and edit documents. Use simple tools and utilities. Print documents. |
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| Program Student Learning Outcomes | Demonstrates professionalism in the administrative workplace environment. Uses appropriate business administration skills. Uses appropriate office software applications. Creates effective business documents by applying ethical communication practices. Evaluates business documents. | ||||||||
| Lecture Topics Outline |
Creating and Editing a Document Creating and Editing a Document (Letter Styles) Navigating and Formatting a Document (MLA Formatting Style) Creating Tables and a Multipage Report Enhancing Page Layout and Design Working with Templates, Themes, and Styles Using Mail Merge Using shapes, watermarks, and photos |
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| Major Assignments Schedule | Week 1: Course introduction; syllabus review; Word Module 1, Section 1 Week 2: Word Module 1, Section 2; Module 1 quiz Week 3: Word Module 2, Section 1 Week 4: Word Module 2 Section 2; Module 2 quiz Week 5: Word Module 3 Section 1 Week 6: Word Module 3 Section 2; Module 3 quiz Week 7: Word Module 4, Section 1 Week 8: Word Module 4, Section 2; Module 4 Quiz; Exam 1 Modules 1-3 Week 9: Spring Break Week 10: Word Module 5, Section 1 Week 11: Word Module 5, Section 2; Module 5 Quiz Week 12: Word Module 6 Section 1 Week 13: Word Module 6 Section 2; Module 6 Quiz Week 14: Word Module 7 Section 2; Module 7 Quiz; Exam 2 Modules 4-6 Week 15: Word Module 8 Section 1; Module 8 Quiz Week 16: Final Exam | ||||||||
| Final Exam Date | May 5, 2023 - 8:0 AM Through May 9, 2023 - 10:0 AM | ||||||||
| Grading Scale | 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B 70 - 79=C 60 - 69=D Below 59 = F | ||||||||
| Determination of Final Grade |
Assignments 30% Quizzes 20% Exams/Final 50% |
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| Course Policies | |||||||||
| Instructor Policies | Use your LSCPA email to communicate with me or call me at my office number 409-984-6381. Assignments will be given each week. The assignments will open at 8 a.m. on each Monday morning and will be due by 10 a.m. the following Monday morning. Students are responsible for completing all assigned homework, including reading assignments, by the required due dates and for being prepared for each class meeting. 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. Students are responsible for completing all assigned reading and video viewings. Announcements I will post announcements weekly, usually early in the week. These announcements indicate upcoming due dates and notes important to your success in this course. You should READ these Announcements every week. I also recommend using the BlackBoard app on your phone, with notifications, so that you immediately receive notices of new announcements for this class. Use your LSCPA email to communicate with me or call me at my office number 409-984-6381. Assignments: No emailed work is accepted. You must submit all of your assignments in Blackboard. Homework and/or quizzes will be given each week. The assignments will open by Tuesday and will be due by the following Monday night. This is subject to change. LATE WORK is accepted only with instructor permission. Due dates are given and enough time is given to complete all work. Students are responsible for completing all assigned homework, including reading assignments, by the required due dates and be prepared for each class meeting. Students are responsible for completing all assigned reading and video viewings. Grades: All grades will be posted you Blackboard under MyGrades. 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 or schedule a virtual meeting on TEAMS. Exams: Exams will be provided within a BlackBoard examination window. The exams will be timed and limited to 60 minutes maximum. Make-up exams will NOT be given. If you miss an exam, your lowest exam grade will count twice. If you miss more than one exam, those exams will be given a grade of zero. 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. You must work alone while taking the exam. Cheating on exams is not acceptable and will be subject to violations of the Academic Dishonesty policy which could include failing the course. Textbooks/supplies: Every student MUST have their own copy of the required textbooks by the end of the first week of class. The student will still be responsible for any assignments given. You will also need supplies to take notes. Academic Dishonesty: Copying, stealing, and/or submitting someone else s work is considered a violation of the Academic Dishonesty policy. Academic Dishonesty of any kind will not be tolerated. A student violating this policy will receive a zero on any assignment (first offense); a second incidence of academic dishonesty will result in failure of the class and meeting with program coordinator and/or department chair. 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 courses. Computer failure and lack of internet access are not acceptable excuses for missed assignments, projects, quizzes, or exams. There is access available on campus in the testing center and the Gates Memorial Library. DO NOT wait until the last minute to complete class work or exams. Do not complete assignments, quizzes, or exams on a phone or Chrome book as they will not submit properly. 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 and course name. Voice mail messages should be clearly spoken identifying students name, course, and a return phone number. | ||||||||
| 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. ~ To be successful in this course, the student MUST purchase the assigned textbook and log into BlackBoard at least 2-3 times weekly. Regular, reliable access to BlackBoard via Internet is required for this course. Attendance is monitored via Blackboard reports of logins and interaction with face to face course. ~ Students are responsible for completing all assigned homework and for being prepared for each class face to face or online meeting. This applies even if you were absent for the previous class meeting. | ||||||||
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| MyLSCPA | Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA. | ||||||||
| Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||
| 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. | ||||||||
| COVID 19 Information | The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website. | ||||||||
| Facility Policies | No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited. | ||||||||
| HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||
| Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect | As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual. | ||||||||
| Title IX and Sexual Misconduct | LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website. | ||||||||
| Clery Act Crime Reporting |
For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website. |
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| Grievance / Complaint / Concern | If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair. | ||||||||
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