Major Concepts/Content: Digital Publishing is a course designed for students with an interest in desktop publishing. This course will provide training in the software for personal use and employment. Students completing this course may be eligible to take an Adobe certification exam.
Major Instructional Activities: Instructional activities will be provided in a classroom or a lab utilizing individualized instruction and online resources will be provided in a lab environment. Simulations projects, appropriate support software, internet activities and alternative resources may be used. Students will primarily use Adobe InDesign software while learning the following modules: Basic Graphic and Layout Designs; Graphic and Layout Design; Imaging Process and Creating Publications.
Major Evaluative Techniques: Assessment will be accomplished by checking student work in progress to ensure that timelines are developed and followed throughout the course. The students must also successfully complete all projects deemed appropriate by the instructor.
Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: Determine the appropriate situations for using desktop publishing software Demonstrate the ability to use a software package associated with publication Use computer graphics, capture computer images, or other multi-media sources (i.e. sound, video, etc.) to enhance publications Save graphics input devices such as scanners and other digital devices Demonstrate knowledge of legal and ethical aspects of computer usage with using and modifying information Demonstrate ability to work with reference materials, documentation and other related resources Create desktop publications for personal use or use in a portfolio for employment opportunities or continued education in a publications career field
Course Notes: Year Long class for Certification For the complete course description and standards, please visit http://www.dodea.edu/curriculum/. Grading Policy: Students grades are computed on a total points basis. All assignments are added together and the total points available are divided by the total points earned to receive a percentage value. The worth of any assignment can be determined by the number of points it is worth in comparison to other assignments.
DoDEA Grading Scale:
90 100 = A 80 89 = B 70 79 = C 60 69 = D 59 or Below = F
Students EARN grades in this class; they are not given to you.
Assignment Policy: Students are responsible for completing their assignments on time. 1. All assignments must be labeled with the students full name, class period, and class name. Failure to do so will result in a reduction in grade. 2. NO LATE WORK IS ACCEPTED! Exceptions can be made, but to do so students must: a. Meet with me at least 1 day prior to the due date of the assignment. b. Reasonable attempts to complete the assignment must have been made. c. Present a plan in writing to make up the late work. d. Negotiate with me to change the turn in date of the assignment. e. Both of us have to sign and agree to the plan. f. Turn in late work with the signed plan. g. No long term projects will be given an extension. 3. In addition, students will be given two late passes per quarter. These passes must be attached to the assignment that they are turning in late. If a student is using a pass, they are still required to turn in a MISSING HOMEWORK LETTER with the assignment. These passes may not be used on major assignments/final exams/midterms/projects. 4. If your grade drops below a C, I will send an email note to your parents/sponsor of your grade. 5. Open Lab Tuesdays and Thursdays, the computer lab will be open for make-up time and using the computers for class work from 2:30 pm 3:30 pm. Students need to inform me of their need to stay after so I dont make other plans. If students are not here by 2:40 I cannot guarantee that I will stay. 6. Tutoring I am available by appointment before school and after school to provide help. If you need help on an assignment/concept please take advantage of my help. 7. All assignments are due at the beginning of class unless otherwise noted.
Ms. Lewiss Class Web Sites I maintain a classroom web site, http://lewis.sigmhs.mdso.eportalnow.net/, and the password is jaguars. Through this web site students and parents have the ability to see a calendar of major assignments, PowerPoint Presentations, worksheets/assignments, class links, Google Docs directions and online login, and other helpful information. Students will need to familiarize themselves with the web site, as they will be required to visit the site; review readings, power points, and videos; turn in assignments through my web site; and participate in class blogs/forums.
Absences: Students are responsible for completing absent work within the same number of days they were absent. Assignments not completed in this time or not negotiated ahead of time for a different due date will result in a zero. Students must make arrangements with the teacher to take tests and quizzes missed within 1 day of returning to school. Pre-Arranged Absences - The following steps must be completed at least three school days prior to departure: o Step 1: Student obtains assignments and signatures from their teachers for the period of their absence. o Step 2: Student and sponsor/parent sign the pre-arranged absence form indicating they are aware of teacher comments and the work that must be completed. o Step 3: Pre-arranged absence form must be taken to the main office for administrator approval. The student retains the assignment section of the form page two. o Step 4: Student should submit completed work as agreed with teachers. It is the students responsibility to make arrangements for make-up work. It is not acceptable to ask another student what has been missed while absent without speaking directly to the teacher. This frequently causes incorrect deadline, directions for assignments, and a missing connection between student and teacher.
Extra Credit: Extra assignments to get extra credit will not be given. Students may earn extra credit by doing current assignments well beyond the standards set. Assignments must be turned in on time to be eligible for extra credit.
Class Expectations: 1. Be prompt and prepared. 2. Bring all of your materials (binder, pens, current documents, etc.,) 2. Treat yourself and others with respect. 3. Treat equipment with respect. 4. Actively Participate 5. Always do your best!
Consequences: Failure to meet expectations will result in logical consequences, which may include the following: Nonverbal warning Verbal warning Individual conference with the teacher Parent Contact Referral to administrator
Sigonella Middle/High School Web Design (PTI407) Ms. Vickie Lewis Building 220, Room 232 SY 2014-2015 Vision: Prepare life-long learners, leaders, and global citizens
Plagiarism/Cheating There is a zero tolerance for plagiarism or cheating in any form (copy and paste from the internet, copying another students work, etc.). Students who are caught plagiarizing or cheating will receive a zero on the particular assignment for ALL PARTIES INVOLVED, a phone call home with the student, and a referral to administration.
Class Procedures
A. Most Common Procedures 1. Entering the Classroom You will enter the classroom in an orderly fashion. All classes will leave their book bags in the hallways. Students should bring all class materials at the beginning of class including; notebook, pens, papers, current class assignments. Upon entering, you should complete any tasks you need to around the room immediately (sharpen pencil, staple papers, get tissue, etc.). Once seated, check the front board for the day's bell work. All students are expected to be in their assigned seats and working on the bell work within a minute of entering the classroom.
2. Coming to Attention I expect the class as a whole to stop talking, moving, working on the computers, etc. when I need the classs attention. Students should never be doing anything while lectures/demonstrations are taking place.
3. Multiple Classes One Classroom During every class period I have more than one class going on. It is expected that all students remain silent while directions are given to all classes. Students must be patient while directions are being given.
4. Digital Portfolio Students will maintain a digital portfolio for this class through Weebly/Google Drive. Students will have access to computers in class, during seminar, through the library, at home and during any open lab times.
5. Food, Gum and Drinks All gum. Food and drinks must be left outside the classroom. This is a zero tolerance policy. Penalty for having food, gum, drinks are as follows 1. First Offense: a. Detention: 2:35-3:00 the following day or during lunch (teacher choice) b. Parent Notification 2. Second Offense: a. Detention: 2:35-3:30 the following day or during lunch for two days (teacher choice) b. Parent Notification
3. Third Offense: a. Detention: 2:35-5:00 the following Wednesday/Thursday b. Phone Call Home with student 4. Fourth Offense and Beyond: a. Detention: 2:35-5:00 the following Wednesday b. Phone Call Home with student
6. Correcting Assignments Any COMPLETED assignment, project and test that a student earns a 60% or less on may be corrected for a higher grade. All corrections are due the Friday after it is returned and MUST include a parent signature on the original and corrected documents, and a two paragraph essay explaining what the student could have done to improve their grade and an action plan for how the student will avoid this problem on future assignments. Assignments that can be corrected will have Please Correct and Return date stamped on them by the teacher. Students may earn up to 50% of the lost points by correcting the assignment.
7. Group Work You will participate in many group activities and work with many different people in this class. Though group work traditionally requires all students to receive the same grade I dont follow this procedure. Groups will receive the same grade if they put in the same effort and quality of work. The procedures for working in a group are as follows: a. You are responsible for the results of the group and your own participation. b. If you have a question, try to find the answer by reading through your project description, directions, researching, trial and error or asking anther group before asking the teacher for help. When you have exhausted all of these avenues then ask for help from the teacher. c. You will be responsible for honestly evaluating how everyone in your group performed, including yourself. d. Any group issues must be brought to the teachers attention at least two class periods before a major project is due, so a resolution can be reached. If there are group issues on shorter term assignments these items should be brought to the teachers attention quickly. e. It is possible to be removed from a group if you are not completing your parts. f. If a student is not helping in an equitable manner while working with a group or partner the student will not receive the same credit.
8. Bathroom/Water Breaks Students are provided with breaks throughout the day for using the restroom and getting water, please use these times wisely. Students receive 2 passes to leave class during each quarter. Once these passes have been used up students may no longer use the restroom that quarter. Please wait until the time is appropriate to ask to leave the room, which would be when the teacher has finished a discussion. Students must sign out and take a pass when leaving the room for any reason.
9. Leaving the Classroom I dismiss the class. I will tell you when it is time to clean and pack up. Once you have finished cleaning up, please stay seated until I dismiss you to your next class. Students are responsible for shutting down all of the computers in the room, pushing in chairs, putting away books, making sure garbage is in the garbage can daily.
EACH STUDENT IS EXPECTED TO: Stay on-task and focus on work Participate in class discussions Have an up to date notebook with all notes, assignments, tests, and projects Treat classmates, teachers and administrators, computers, equipment, and the facility with respect Read completely and follow ALL directions from the first time given Try New things Try to work through problems at least 2 times before asking for help Request help when needed...communication is essential If you dont understand something ask for help in a professional manner.
**COPIES OF THIS SYLLABUS ARE AVAILABLE ON THE CLASS WEBSITE. IF A PARENT WOULD LIKE A COPY AND CANNOT GET IT TO DOWNLOAD, PLEASE EITHER SEND MS. LEWIS AN EMAIL OR HAVE YOUR STUDENT ASK FOR ONE. THIS SYLLABUS MUST BE IN THE STUDENTS BINDER IN ITS ENTIRETY. **
School/Classroom Electronic Device Policy
Cell Phones, iPods, Headphones and other Electronic Devices: These devices must be turned off and secured out of view unless being used for educational work under the direction of a teacher. Otherwise, they must remain secured (put away and out of view) and turned off. The school is not responsible for lost or stolen devices. No headphones may be in or on your ears. All devices must be put away prior to leaving the classroom. Students must be given permission daily for the use of personal electronics No personal electronic devices may be plugged into any computers or electrical outlets When asked to put electronic devices away, students are expected to follow the directions immediately. The school and teacher are not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged electronic devices. Students are responsible for understanding the school and class policies for electronic devices and headphones.
Sigonella MHS Student Performance Goals: Goal 1: Evaluate All students will assess the reasonableness and quality of ideas across the curriculum.
Goal 2: Synthesize All students will combine information or connect ideas to create new understandings, products, or solutions across the curriculum.
Name _____________________________ Class Period____ Class____________
Classroom Contract
I agree to:
Act responsibly at all times in the class. Follow all instructions, be they oral or in writing, given by my teacher. Perform only those activities assigned and approved by my teacher. Use the computers and equipment for only the activities directed in this classroom. If a student needs the equipment in the classroom for anything outside of the class they are in they must ask for permission before they begin. Not throw anything in the classroom. Leave all book bags outside of the classroom either in the hallway or in the lockers. Push chair in, throw away all garbage, put equipment away properly, and leave in an orderly manner. Sign out all equipment and get permission prior to using anything. Never enter the television studio area without permission from the teacher. Disclaimer:
The teacher reserves the right to add, delete, or changed any aspect of the above syllabus and procedures. Any changes will be explained to students and parents.
I, [print students name] have read each of the statements in the Classroom Contract and understand these rules. I agree to abide by rules listed above and any additional written or verbal instructions provided by the school or my teacher. I understand that by not following these expectations, I will lose the privilege of using technology and will be assigned work that can be done without the use of technology.
[Student Signature] [Date]
I acknowledge that I have discussed the above rules with my child/ward and that he/she has signed this contract in good faith. ________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________ [Printed Name of Parent/Sponsor] [Best Phone Contact Number]