BM10 Microsoft IT Academy

Microsoft Word 2013 & PowerPoint 2013 Syllabus

TEACHER:
ROOM:
PLANNING:

Coach Daniel Cooke

138
3rd Period

SCHOOL PHONE:
E-MAIL:

980-343-6900
daniell.cooke@cms.k12.nc.us

DESCRIPTION
This is a course utilizing Microsoft E-Learning Courses. By the end of this course, students should be proficient in
the following Microsoft programs: Word 2013, PowerPoint 2013 and Publisher 2013.
By the end of this course, students are expected to earn industry-recognized certifications in Microsoft Word 2013
and Microsoft PowerPoint 2013. They are also expected to become proficient in Publisher 2013. Certification testing
is not yet available in Publisher 2013.

OBJECTIVES

MICROSOFT WORD 2013

1.00 Understand word processing software application skills using Microsoft Word.
1.01
Understanding Word
1.02
Basic Editing
1.03
Character Formatting
1.04
Paragraph Formatting
1.05
Managing Text Flow
1.06
Creating Tables
1.07
Working with Themes, Style Sets, Backgrounds, Quick Parts, and Text Boxes
1.08
Using Illustrations and Graphics
1.09
Proofing Documents
1.10
Formatting a Research Paper
1.11
Performing Mail Merges
1.12
Maintaining Documents and Macros
1.13
Protecting And Sharing Documents
1.14
Using Advanced Options
MICROSOFT POWERPOINT 2013
2.00 Understand presentation software application skills using Microsoft PowerPoint.
2.01
PowerPoint Essentials
2.02
Presentation Basics
2.03
Working with Text
2.04
Designing a Presentation
2.05
Adding Tables to Slides
2.06
Using Charts in a Presentation
2.07
Creating SmartArt Graphics
2.08
Adding Graphics to a Presentation
2.09
Using Animation and Multimedia
2.10
Securing and Sharing a Presentation
2.11
Delivering a Presentation
3.00 Understand desktop publishing application skills using Microsoft Publisher (SUPPLEMENTAL)
3.01
Plan, design, create, save and exit various publications.
3.02
Create professional-looking publications by modifying the text.
3.03
Create professional-looking publications with the use of graphics.
3.04
Use design and formatting elements to enhance text.
3.05
Create and edit multipage publications.
4.00 Understand information gathering skills using Microsoft OneNote (SUPPLEMENTAL)
4.01
Create, save, and add media elements to a notebook.
4.02
View, print, and share a notebook.

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Word 2013 & PowerPoint 2013 Syllabus

GRADING

Students will receive frequent feedback and progress reports (check school website for dates). Missed
work should be made up immediately.
NEW GRADING SCALE (2015-16)
A 100 90

Informal (Class Work) = 30%

Formal (Tests, Quizzes, Projects) = 70%

B 89 80
C 79 70
D 69 60
F 59 or lower

Certification Exams
(to be counted as 2 test grades)

Must score 700 to pass Certification.

Certification Exams
Range
Score
985-1000
100+10
955-984
100+9
925-954
100+8
895-924
100+7
865-894
100+6
835-864
100+5
805-834
100+4
775-804
100+3
745-774
100+2
715-744
100+1
700-714
100 (Certification)
613-699
93-99 (A)
520-612
85-92 (B)
426-519
77-84 (C)
345-425
70-76 (D)
228-344
60s
111-227
50s
0-110
40s

Exercises/Projects

Teacher-developed
projects that
measure skills
learned during lab
assignments.
Designed to
simulate the tasks
in the Microsoft
certification exams.

Tests/Quizzes

Handouts
Bell ringers
Daily Assignments
Return of Progress
Reports
Homework
Quizzes
Misc. assignments
Notebook checks

WHY SHOULD YOU WANT TO OBTAIN MICROSOFT OFFICE CERTIFICATION?

Certification will document your knowledge of the software.

Microsoft is a recognized industry leader.
It will give you the cutting edge against job or college applicants who do not have certification.
You may receive college credit (depends on the college).
Take exams now while it is free to you. After graduation, the cost will be $89* per exam.
*current cost from Certiport as of 1/15/2011

POLICIES & EXPECTATIONS

1.

Attendance is critical. According to CMS policies, 11 absences will result in a failure of the class. It is the students
responsibility to obtain any makeup work and complete it within 5 days after returning from an absence. All
makeup work must be completed before or after school in the computer lab or at home. If the assignment or test
missed is not made up, a grade of 0 will be given.

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Word 2013 & PowerPoint 2013 Syllabus
2.

EquipmentThe student is responsible for textbooks, computer equipment, and any other material used in this
classroom. NO FOOD (including candy), DRINK or any other substance that will damage equipment is allowed in
the computer lab. Students may be held financially responsible for any missing or damaged equipment.

3.

Listen and follow instructions. When the instructor is talking, the student needs to listen. It is physically impossible to talk
and listen at the same time. The student must complete assigned work as instructed and follow all classroom
policies. The student must not interfere with the learning process of others.

4.

Unexcused tardies are NOT acceptable. Tardy policy is posted in the classroom.

5.

Participation is essential. The student is expected to be on task and to participate in the classroom activities. If the
student does not participate, they can expect to receive a 0 for the activity grade. It is through these activities
that the student will gain mastery of this course.

6.

Internet usage. The streaming of audio and or video, playing games on the computer (unless permission has been
given by the teacher), the use of chat rooms, email, or using the Internet for non-educational purposes is
prohibited. It is against school policy to download and install ANY software not currently installed on your computer.
Computers will be monitored at all times. If the student violates this rule, they will be referred to the appropriate
administrator for disciplinary action, and computer privileges will be revoked. Consider this your warning. STUDENTS
ARE EXPECTED TO BE RESPECTFUL AND RESPONSIBLE AND TO ABIDE BY ALL SCHOOL RULES.

7.

Bathroom Policy In the case of an emergency, students will be allowed to use the bathroom. Students are NOT
allowed to use the bathroom the first 15 and last 15 minutes of class. There will be a sign-out sheet on the front desk.

8.

Fire Drill/Evacuation Policy When evacuating the building students are to stay close to the teacher. I will take
attendance once we have exited the building. Anyone that cannot be easily found will be written up for skipping.
Take all belongings with you when exiting the building.

V.

CONSEQUENCES:

1.
2.
3.
4.

Warning
Student/Teacher Meeting
Parent Contact
Office Referral

Consequences may be bypassed depending on severity of infraction.

1ST DAY STUDENT FOLDER

Please return the items requiring a signature ASAP.

The following items should be in your folder. You are asked to share this folder with your parents and have them sign the
documents that require a signature.
1. Syllabus
2. Student Information Sheet

REQUIRED SUPPLIES (NEED WITHIN A WEEK OF CLASSES STARTING)

2 GB or higher USB drive in which to save projects to. You can store on IHS share drive, but the students run
out of room quickly on those. You may wish to keep some of the items for your portfolio.

I have read and understand the classroom polices and consequences.

Student Signature: _________________________________ Parent Signature: ____________________________________
Parent E-mail Address: ___________________________________