Course Syllabus

Grand Ledge High School

Intro to Business A
2014 - 2015
Teacher Name: Mrs. Tracy Clark

Grand Ledge High School Office: 517.925.5815

Teachers Direct Phone Number: 517.925.5831

Contact Times: M F (7:15-7:40am & 2:45-3:15 pm) *or by appointment

Email: clarkt@glcomets.net *email is preferred and will allow for the quickest response
Purpose/Course Description:
Business Technology is an Introduction to Business that will develop the basics used in
other Business Department classes. Areas to be covered are: Business Organization,
Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management, Management and Leadership, Human
Resources, Culture and Diversity. Business Technology uses Microsoft Office: MAC 2011 to
learn basic skills that can be applied to business settings or for personal use. The varied
skills learned in this class will benefit students whether they attend college or move
directly into the workforce.
Remember, in order to learn it, you must do it yourself. I am available for help whenever
you feel you need it. Never hesitate to let me know what you need in order to be
successful! You will only get out of this class what you put into it.

Topics, Key Concepts, and Units of Study:

Microsoft Office: MAC 2011

w Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Digital Citizenship

Intro to Business
w Business Organization and
Management

Textbooks Used and Other Sources:

Principles of Business,
Dlabay, Burrow & Kleindl, 2012
ISBN: 978-1-111-42694-1.

Class Blog:
w

www.glhsbusinesstech.blogspot.com

Materials Needed (Supplies Suggested):

Folder, USB Portable Flash Drive (recommended)

Methods of Instruction:

May include, but are not limited to:

Lecture / Notes
Presentations

Guided practice
Individual work

Group work
Online activities

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Evaluation/Grade Calculations:

Trimester grades are calculated by using the following percentages:

Trimester Marking Period Grade: 90%

Trimester Exam: 10%

Trimester marking period grades are determined by dividing student points earned by the
total points available.

Types of Evaluation and Assessment:
May include, but are not limited to:

Daily assignments
Homework
Notes

Quizzes
Tests (Pre & Post)
Online activities

Online assessments
Projects /
Presentations

Tests: There will be a test over every unit studied.

** Tests remain in the classroom, but students may make arrangements to stay after school to go
over assessments with the teacher at any time.

Final Exam: A cummulative exam will be given at the end of the trimester and will be
weighted 10% of the trimester grade.
** All students must take the exam. Failure to do so will result in the failure of the class regardless of
percentage.

Grading Scale:
93-100
90-92
87-89
83-86
80-82
77-79

A
A-
B+
B
B-
C+

73-76
70-72
67-69
63-66
60-62
0-59

C
C-
D+
D
D-
F

Assignment Expectations:

Assignments are expected to be properly labeled, neat, complete, and turned in on time.
Late Assignments: Assignments not turned in on the due date will be given a zero
grade. Although strongly discouraged, late assignments from a chapter can be
turned in ONLY UNTIL the day of the chapter test. Any assignment not turned in on
time will receive half-credit OR less.

If a student is absent on the day of a test/quiz, the student is required to make
arrangements with the teacher to make up the missed assessment within ONE WEEK
of the absence. If the student does not attend the designated time for the make-up quiz or
test, the student will receive a zero grade. **In the event of an emergency or extenuating
circumstance you may request for other arrangements to be made.

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Classroom Procedures
Student Responsibilities & Expectations:

BE RESPECTFULrespect yourself, others, and school property.

BE PREPAREDbring your book, folder, paper, and pencil to every class.
BE ON TIMEbe in your assigned seat when the bell rings.

ALWAYS USE COMMON SENSE!

Consequences: Students consequences for not carrying out the above listed
responsibilities and expectations can include (but are not limited to) a written
referral, after-school detention, in-school suspension, and/or out-of-school
suspension, all of which will be accompanied by parent contact.

Passes:
Passes will only be given at the discretion of the teacher.

Cheating:

The act of obtaining answers or completing assignments in a fraudulent or deceitful

manner. Disciplinary action will be determined by staff and administrators. Possible zero
grade for assignment and possible suspension. (One hour three days)

Attendance/Tardy:
The High School attendance/tardy policy is available on-line in the student handbook at:

http://www.glps.k12.mi.us/ourschools/grandledgehighschool/

Additional Operational Information:
No food or beverages will be allowed in the classroom. Bottled water kept in the
designated location will be the only exception.

IF CLASSROOM EQUIPMENT (COMPUTERS, PRINTERS, ETC.) IS USED

INAPPROPRIATELY, PRIVILEGES TO USE THE EQUIPMENT WILL BE LOST.

Class Website Information:

www.glhsbusiness.weebly.com

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Intro to Business A Course Syllabus