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| Accepting ResponsibilityTWO (2) absences without proof of illness or emergency will be allowed. If a student is absent more than two (2) days, no make-up work will be allowed without proof of emergency or illness. The University has a more lenient absence policy regarding the H1N1 flu. Please let the professor know if you have contracted the H1N1 flu. If a student is absent for ANY reason, the student will be required to take the final exam, even if the student has an "A" average. The reason for the absence is irrelevant.Applying SolutionsStudents will apply what they have learned each week by creating a new computer project. Many of the skills learned and used in previous projects will have to be applied in subsequent projects.Class ParticipationFeedback is expected/required from the students when asked questions in class by the professor.Computer SkillsStudents will learn how to type word processing documents, use the web for research, create eye-catching presentations, perform common mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, averages, maximums, minimums) using spreadsheet software and design and create basic databases containing online forms and reports. Here are some of the specific skills sets covered each week.Online Cooperative LearningStudents may be asked to post questions to fellow students via online groups or a class blog, about weekly assignments. "Wise" students will share their email addresses with their classmates and ask each other questions about the assignments, or share notes if someone was absent.Getting HelpStudents should ask questions when they don't understand something. It is the student's responsibility to ask for help when needed. The professor will clarify what is expected, but may choose not to answer "how do I" questions for topics that were covered in the lecture portion of the class. Students are required to take notes to assist them in doing their weekly out-of-class projects.Technology Dictionary
Some Basic Class Notes
Microsoft Online Tutorials
YOUTUBE Tutorials
GradesThis is a sample of the weekly assignment grading sheet. For many errors, including spelling and grammar, two (2) points will be deducted from the starting grade of 100. Depending on the assignment, the deductions may be smaller or larger, per error.This is a sample of the FINAL EXAM grading sheet. Meeting DeadlinesStudents are required to email weekly assignments on time. If assignments are emailed and received late, a deduction of 10 points will be applied to the grade for lateness. No LATE assignments will be accepted more than TWO DAYS after the original deadline unless the student has written proof of emergency or illness. TECHNOLOGY FAILURE is not an acceptable excuse for late assignments.Paying Attention to DetailsStudents are asked to read each assignment BEFORE beginning. Proofreading work before printing or emailing is essential. Spelling and grammar count as much as correct usage of the computer software programs. The three most important things to do are: Proofread, proofread, and proofread. Reading really is fundamental. It can make or break an assignment.PunctualityStudents should arrive on time for class. Classes begin Thursday morning at 9:25am or 10:50am. Check your schedule so you know which class you are registered for. Parking can be challenging and the shuttle schedule between campuses may require that you arrive EARLIER than the class begins. It is the student's responsibiity to make sure they can get to class on time, given these potential challenges.LATE PENALTY: All assignments have deadlines. The grade for any late assignment, barring serious illness or hospitalization, will automatically be reduced by 10 points. The professor will send a reminder the day before each assignment is due. It is the student's responsibility to CHECK and READ their Salem State email for these reminders, their graded assignments AND other weekly class information from the professor. No LATE assignments will be accepted more than TWO DAYS after the original deadline unless the student has written proof of emergency or illness. TECHNOLOGY FAILURE is not an acceptable excuse for late assignments. |