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COT 151 - Introduction to MS Word Using Microsoft Word 2003 - 3 credits Fall 2007 | |
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Instructor: |
Becky Berg |
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Phone: |
(406) 794-2015 |
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e-mail: |
Use WebCampus email |
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Location of Class |
Online Class |
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Dates: |
Jan. 23rd – May 14th (Each new week will be posted on Wednesday of each week.) |
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Text:
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Microsoft Word 2003, by Rutkosky, 2003 edition. ISBN# 0-7638-2084-9 The textbook can be purchased with a credit card at the online bookstore, by calling the Elko campus bookstore at 775/753-2270, or by ordering online directly or, from the publisher, EMCParadigm. |
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Software:
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For this class you need to have access to Word 2003. This software is available for students to use in GBC campus computer labs. You can also purchase the software at an academic discount through the Follett bookstore on the Elko campus (775/753-2270) or you can purchase through other means such as a retail store or another online store. |
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Student Responsibilities |
· Be able to access the class website through WebCampus. · Have and maintain Internet access throughout the semester. · Have and maintain all software used in the class throughout the semester. · Have and maintain a virus-free computer throughout the semester. · Have knowledge of Windows and file handling. |
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Great Basin College catalog course description: |
An introduction to Microsoft Word, a word processing software; including learning the following features: ruler; toolbars; dialog boxes; cut, copy, and paste; autocorrect; spell check; template documents; columns; outlines; merge; clip art; graphics; text art; and tables. |
Course Performance Objectives
· Apply word processing technology to complete school, work, or personal tasks.
· Prepare, edit, and print documents using the features of the software.
· Utilize the online help system to research features and functions in order to increase proficiency in using the application.
· Enhance documents with graphic elements such as clip art, drawing tools, WordArt, and charts.
· Automate document formatting
· Apply word processing features to documents, including styles, headers and footers, footnotes and endnotes.
· Create tables to organize, sort, and select information.
· Paste, link, and embed information from Excel to Word.
· Access the Internet and learn to use the features of Web browsers, including browsing, searching, and utilizing hyperlinks.
· Utilize special features such as merging, master documents, tracking changes, reference pages, fill-in forms, and outlines.
Expected
Learner Outcomes & Measurement
Upon
successful completion of the course, the student will be able to demonstrate the
following:
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Expected Learner Outcomes |
Measurement |
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Prepare and edit Word documents with specific formatting |
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Enhance documents with graphics such as clip art, Word Art, and Internet images |
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Create & format tables |
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Utilize special features within Word to make this tool more user-friendly |
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Create Word documents that are relevant to everyday tasks |
Creating assigned Word documents that are relevant to student needs or profession. |
Chapter Structure
Each chapter contains these features:
§ Performance objectives outlining student goals for the chapter
§ Introduction of the concepts, features, and functions
§ Step-by-step exercises that guide students as they practice the feature(s) presented
§ Chapter Summary of the main concepts presented
§ Commands Review summarizing the commands presented
§ Reviewing Key Points, including matching, completion, and/or fill-in self-check questions
§ Applying Your Skills, assessing student performance without the step-by-step instructions
Methods of Instruction:
§ Lecture
§ Chapter overview presentations
§ Reading the text
§ Doing the in-chapter, step-by-step exercises in boxes with light green backgrounds ("Green Exercises" or GEs) as you go through the chapters
§ Doing specified assignments at the end of each chapter
§ Creating relevant documents for your specific needs
§ Participating in online bulletin board discussions
§ Asking questions when things don't make sense
Assignments:
Every week students are responsible for...
ü Reading the assigned text
ü Doing the in-chapter, step-by-step exercises in boxes with shaded green backgrounds
ü Doing specified assignments at the end of each chapter that will be submitted each week through the Assignment Dropbox (there's detailed information about the Assignment Dropbox a few paragraphs below)
ü Students are responsible for keeping track of assignments turned in and grades earned.
o All Weekly Assignment course work must be completed and turned in by Wednesday by 6:00 am.
Late work is NOT accepted without instructor’s approval prior to the due date.
About The Assignment Dropbox
The Assignment link is available on the left-hand side of the WebCampus window.
· Assignment links in the Assignment Dropbox area are available until their due dates and times. Once an assignment's due date and time has passed, the link will no longer be available. If you've arranged to send in an assignment late (being sure to arrange this with the instructor before the assignment due date) you will send it in as an attachment to a WebCampus email message.
· Your graded assignments in the Assignment area will have brief comment from me in the Comments area with each attached graded assignment. You should open each graded assignment to see more detailed comments typed in it.
· When instructions in the book direct you to print your work, that is optional, and only for your benefit, because the textbook-based work I get from you will be the computer files you create and send through the Assignment area.
Assignment and Grading Information
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Weekly Chapter Assessments ü Each end-of-chapter assessment is worth 20 points. · Note: Other relevant Word tasks & assignments may vary in point value depending on the difficulty of the task. ü Points deducted for errors will vary depending on what work is required for each assignment. |
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Weekly Quiz ü Each week, you will complete a quiz relating to required activities & readings. ü Each quiz is worth 40 points ü You will be given 45 minutes to complete the quiz |
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Bulletin Board Discussions ü Participation in online discussions. ü Postings should show connections to readings and hands-on experiences. ü 40 pts each ( 9 discussions throughout semester) |
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Unit 1 Performance Assessments ü Each set of Performance Assessment (PAs) is worth 60 points. (3 X 20) ü Points deducted for errors will vary depending on what work is required for the set of PAs. |
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Unit 2 Performance Assessments ü Each set of Unit Performance Assessments (PAs) is worth 60 points. (3 X 20) ü Points deducted for errors will vary depending on what work is required for the set of PAs. |
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Final Assessments ü Two final assessments (hands on Word documents) will be given. ü Final Quiz will also be given. ü Points deducted for errors will vary depending on what work is required for the set of PAs. |
GRADING SCALE
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Letter Grade |
Percentage |
Grade Point Value |
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A |
94-100 |
4.0 |
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A- |
90-93 |
3.7 |
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B+ |
87-89 |
3.3 |
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B |
83-86 |
3.0 |
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B- |
80-82 |
2.7 |
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C+ |
77-79 |
2.3 |
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C |
73-76 |
2.0 |
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C- |
70-72 |
1.7 |
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D+ |
67-69 |
1.3 |
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D |
63-66 |
1.0 |
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D- |
60-62 |
0.7 |
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F |
0-59 |
0.0 |
Computer Time
Approximately six hours per week of computer time outside of class is recommended for successful completion of course requirements.
Useful Textbook Information
ü Make sure you have a Student CD in the back of your textbook--you will use files on this CD for your assignments throughout the book (or, you can download the Student Data Files from the textbook website).
ü Before beginning, be sure to read the "Introduction" at the front of the book on pages vii, viii, and ix. This introduction gives you an overview of the book's layout and logic, which helps in working through all the information presented.
ü Information about becoming certified as a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS certification) is provided on page x. GBC is an authorized MOS testing center if this is something you'd like to do upon completion of this class.
ü If you'd like a refresher about computer hardware and working in the Windows format with Word, the "Getting Started" section on pages xi-xxiii is informative.
Academic Integrity
All assignments are to be completed on an individual basis. That means you each do your own work. If two (or more) students turn in work that has been done by only one person, each student involved earns a zero (0) for the assignment(s). If it happens a second time, each student involved will be given a "F" for the class.
If, for some reason, you feel that you cannot complete the course, you must officially withdraw from the class by the course drop deadline by contacting Admissions & Records at 753-2102, and completing the Course Withdraw Form.
Officially withdrawing results in a "W" on your grade report. The "W" is not used in computing your cumulative GPA; it will appear on your transcript and be permanent. If you do not officially withdraw, your grade will be based on the work you have completed averaged with zeros for work you have not completed.
Pacing Guide for Word 151
Subject to Change
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Learning Module |
Week |
Chapter/Topic(s) Covered |
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Module 1 |
Jan. 23rd |
Chapter 1: Creating, Printing, and Editing Documents
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Module 2 |
Jan. 30th |
Chapter 2: Formatting Characters and Using Help
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Module 3 |
Feb. 6th |
Chapter 3: Formatting Paragraphs
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Module 4 |
Feb. 13th |
Chapter 4: Formatting Documents and Sections |
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Module 5 |
Feb. 20th |
Chapter 5: Using Writing Tools |
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Module 6 |
Feb. 27th |
Unit 1 Performance Assessments
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Module 7 |
Mar. 5th |
Chapter 6: Maintaining and Printing Documents Chapter 7: Manipulating Tabs
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Module 8 |
Mar. 12th |
Chapter 8: Manipulating Text within and between Documents Chapter 9: Formatting Multiple-Page Documents |
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Module 9 |
Mar. 19th |
Chapter 10: Formatting with Styles & Outlines |
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Module 10 |
Mar. 26th S.B. |
Unit 2 Performance Assessments Chapter 11: Formatting with Special Features |
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Module 11 |
April 2nd |
Chapter 12: Creating and Formatting Tables |
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Module 12 |
Apr. 9th |
Chapter 13: Creating Charts and Diagrams in Word |
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Module 13 |
Apr. 16th |
Chapter 14: Adding Visual Appeal to Documents |
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Module 14 |
Apr. 30th |
Chapter 15: Sharing Documents |
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Module 15 |
May 7th -14th |
Finals Week—Final Quiz & Final Performance Assessments |
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Final Notes
Don’t let yourself get behind! Once we begin, we will cover several concepts in each class. If you are confused about any particular concept,
please let me know immediately.