8Th Grade Intro to Technology Education and Design

8Th Grade Intro to Technology Education and Design

Syllabus:

8th Grade –Intro to Technology Education and Design

North Haven Middle School

Mr. Fuggi – Room B104

Course Description and Objectives:

-Half-Year Class: Every other school day

-The goal of this course is to provide each student with a basic introduction to Engineering and S.T.E.M. concepts, as used in the twenty-first century. Students will learn how science, technology, engineering and math come together in order to solve real world problems through a variety of hands-on experiences.

Materials Needed:

-Computer Login Info (Username and Password Provided by Mr. Fuggi)

-Notebook (single subject or a section of a multi-subject binder)

-Folder

-Pencils for technical drawings

-Pens for notes (if you prefer)

Expectations:

-We follow the same expectations as stated in the N.H.M.S. Handbook in regards to student conduct. Students are expected to be on-time to class, be respectful to the teacher and peers, be responsible for class work and materials needed to succeed in class and to follow the classroom rules and procedures.

-Special Rules for Mr. Fuggi’s Classroom:

  • No Food
  • No Gum
  • No Drinks  Only clearwater bottles allowed in the designated area

Units of Study:

-Measuring (accurately to 1/16th of an inch)

-Drafting/3D Modeling  3D Printing

-Simple Machines

-Basic Engineering Concepts

Grading:

-Grading will be done on a “points-based” system. Each assignment will have a point value and a rubric. Student will be scored based on the criteria listed in the rubric, and will be scored accordingly. Final grade will be total points earned over total possible points.

Homework:

-In most cases, the only homework students will receive is to get papers signed by their parents/guardian, finish class work, or to study for an upcoming quiz or test. While students will not receive homework each day, I expect for them to complete assignments like this in a timely manner.

Google Classroom

  • New for this year, we will be using Google Classroom for online class resources and file sharing. Each student has a school-based Google account and email for use with Google Classroom. Students will use this to submit assignments throughout the semester and will receive training on how to use this software in class.
  • Google Email –
  • Google Password – Lunch PIN#/Student ID#

Contact Mr. Fuggi:

-Mr. Fuggi encourages ALL PARENTS to regularly check the teacher web page for any information in regards to class. ALL class resources will be available electronically on the teacher web page in regards to assignments. You can also contact me via email which is provided below.

  • ***Teacher Web Page Link:***

  • ***Email Address***

Extra Help:Available by appointment before/after school or during 8th grade study hall

Social Media:

-In order to keep up with the times, I have created an Instagram page for my classroom. Please follow the classroom page if you wish to receive updates and reminders about class.

  • @NHMSTECHED

Please take this form home to be signed by your Parent/Guardian:

Parent Signature:Date:

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