CIS70 WORD PROCESSING - Beyond the Basics
Spring 2016Course Syllabus

INSTRUCTOR:...... PJ Elson
OFFICE: ...... V115B
OFFICE PHONE: ...... On campus:Ext. 7822,
...... Off campus: (916)660-7822
EMAIL: ......
SIERRA COURSE CRN:....#43565
AUXILIARY WEBSITE: ....
...... CIS70-Elson-S16-CRN:43565
OFFICE HOURS: ...... Posted outside office& in Canvas
CIS OPEN LAB...... Rocklin Campus V107 (Check lab door for hours) /

MATERIALS REQUIRED:

The course materials include the following 2 items:

1) Textbook: Microsoft Office 2013 IN Practice – Word Complete, by Randy Nordell, published by McGraw-Hill, 2014 (ISBN-13: 978-0-07-748690-7). The textbook can be purchased new or used(as a hard copy, spiral bound book); or you can use the online Etext version of the book.

2) REQUIRED: A new SIMnet Access Cardto accompany the above text. (This card also includes access to the online Etext – so if you are comfortable using an Etext – you will not need to purchase a hard copy textbook.) The campus bookstore is carrying 2 different packages – one including a new hardcopy textbook and the Access card – and another with just the Access card (for those who many want to purchase a used book or use the Etext). The textbook itself can also be purchased used through Amazon or other used booksellers.

/ IMPORTANT: If you purchase a used textbook,you will need to purchase a
NEW SIMnet Access card, either through the campus bookstore or online
(with PayPal or a credit card) directly from McGraw-Hill at
you create and login to your SIMnet Account.
Warning: DO NOT purchase a “used/ opened” access card – it will not work.

MINIMUM TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS:

All work for this class is designed to be completed using Microsoft Office 2013 on a PC. (WARNING: DO NOT UPGRADE TO/PURCHASE OFFICE 2016 UNTIL THIS CLASS IS OVER.) As a Sierra College student – you can download a FREE copy of Office 2013 that you can use as long as you remain a student. If you prefer to buy/own your own copy of Office, you can getMS Office 2013 Professional Plus for $39.99 at College Buys:

Our textbook assumes you have Windows 8 for your OS, but you can still take the class if you are using Windows 7 or Windows 10. However, be advised that all course materials, tests, handouts, etc. will reference the Windows 8 version of the operating system. If you have a Mac, you may still be able to complete the class, but know that our textbook covers the PC version of Word and your instructor will not be able to help you troubleshoot any Mac problems. The recommended browser for use with our SIMnet course software is Chrome. Visit the following webpage to see if your browser has the required plugins:

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

  • Demonstrate appropriate pagination and word processing features to apply a formal (MLA/APA/Chicago) style of documentation in the creation of a multi-section research paper or report with Table of Contents, Index, and Bibliography
  • Demonstrate the mechanics and use of word processing software to organize and present data in a multicolumn, multipage newsletter format including banner, bordering, tables, text effects and embedded graphics
  • Design and construct a FORM using multiple content controls
  • Employ the following collaborative tools in working with documents: compare, review, comment,
    track changes, digital signatures

ETHICS:

You are expected and required to do own work.You may discuss assignments and problems encountered with fellow students.In fact, studying the "concepts" together is a good idea.However, copying all or parts of homework assignments is expressly forbidden.Penalties for violation of this will be severe and may include expulsion from class, lab, or the college.

WEEKLY HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS:

Each week – you will be reading one chapter in your course Etext,and completing all of the “Let Me Try” exercises in the Etext chapter, doing the Pause & Practice exercises, and taking a Quiz on that chapter. You will also be expected to completeProjects for each chapter – some that will be graded automatically by the SIMnet program, and others that will be hand-graded by your instructor. (Please follow all instructions exactly to receive full credit.) Discussion Boards, Capstone Projects,and online office-hour “check-ins” are also assigned throughout the semester. Successful completion of this course involves a commitment on your part to spend adequate time to become comfortable with the software and to complete the assignments. Completion time for homework may vary depending on the assignment.When and where you complete your assignments is not important.It is important, though, that you get your assignmentssubmitted bythe due date for full credit.Projected due dates for assignments are listed on the Course Schedule at the end of this syllabus, and next to each assignment in the Canvas weekly assignment folders.Discussion Boards,Pause & Practice exercises, hand-graded Assignments, and Examsmay NOT be submitted after the due date. The following late work policy applies for Quizzes, Chapter Let-Me-Try exercises, and auto-graded SimNet Projects: 10% will be deducted per day for 3 days after the due date. After 3 days, these assignment will be locked and may not be turned in.

QUIZZES AND EXAMS

Each week (starting in Week 2) you will answer questions from the chapters in the form of a 10-20 pointmultiple choice quiz. There will also be 3exams, each covering 4 Chapters from the textbook. Objective exam questions may include multiple choice, true/false, short answer, and matching questions. Each exam will also include ahands-on, skill-based assessment from SIMnet.You are responsible for knowing material covered in the required textbook reading assignments, projects,handouts posted in the weekly assignment folders, and all Discussion Board Activities.Make-up exams are available only for prior excused absences or documentedemergencies.Make-ups must be completed within one week following the regular exam and will NOT be given prior to the exam.

POINT BREAKDOWN: GRADES ARE WEIGHTED WITH PERCENTAGES AS FOLLOWS:

Chapter Let Me Trys / 10%
Chapter Pause & Practice Exercises / 20%
Chapter Projects and other Miscellaneous Assignments / 25%
Chapter Quizzes / 15%
Participation (Discussion-Boards & Online Check-in Meetings) / 10%
Exams, Skill-Based Assessments, and Capstone Projects / 20%
TOTAL / 100%

Note: Some of your work (LetMeTrys, Quizzes, Exams, Skill-Based Assessments, and Chapter Projects will be graded automatically by the SIMnet software and your scores available immediately in SIMnet.
(The SIMnet scores will be transferred over to the Canvas gradebook after the due dates.) Pause & Practice Assignments, Discussion Boards, Chapter Assignments, Capstone Projects, and other Miscellaneous Assignmentswill be hand-graded by the instructor. All grades will be recorded in the Canvas gradebook. Please allow a minimum 1 week turnaround time for instructor graded materials.

GRADING SCALE:

90 - 100% = A80 - 89% = B70 - 79% = C60 - 69% = DBELOW 60% = F

WORKLOAD & STUDENT RULES/EXPECTATIONS:

  • The class meets entirely online. No on-campus meetings are scheduled.
  • The Advisory for this class is CIS50. This is NOT a class for students new to college or computers. If you have not already taken CIS50 – you may have a difficult time completing this online course.
  • Expect 6-10 hours of homework per week. (A general rule of thumb for college classes is 2-3 hours/week for each course unit. This is a 3-unit class.)
  • Your work may be done at home, or you can use one of the CIS open labs.
  • Homework is due 4-7 days from the day it is posted. All Due dates are listed on the Canvas Weekly Assignment pages and with each assignment in Canvas. Late work is not accepted on Discussion Boards, Pause & Practice Exercises, Exams, or hand-graded projects. Quizzes and auto-graded projects will have a penalty if turned in late.
  • Communication with your instructor is VITAL for your success in this course. Your instructor will primarily useCanvas messaging, so log in and check your Canvas messages DAILY.
    NOTE: I do not check my voice mail regularly. The best way to contact me is via Canvas messaging,
    or during my virtual online office hours (details in CIS70 Pantry Module in Canvas).
  • Netiquette rules should be followed at all times. See The CIS70 Pantry Module in Canvasfor information about netiquette.
  • For more information, see the Sierra College Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook at:

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS (ADA) STATEMENT:

  • In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements, Sierra College can accommodate most special needs. Students with a documented physical or learning disability (documentation must be on file with the Director of Student Services prior to the beginning of the semester) may request accommodations by contacting Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS).

CIS70 Word Processing - Beyond the Basics – Spring 2016

Weekly Assignments Schedule

Details for all required assignments are found in the Canvasweekly assignment folders.

Week: / Chapters Covered: / Assignments / Due:
Wk 0:
Before Class Starts / Welcome to CIS70 / Read/Review Welcome document
Purchase course materials and create SIMnet account.
Log in to Canvas and look at how our course is set up.
Email your Instructor Assignment (Instructions to follow: due 1/28)
Wk 1:
1/25-1/30 / Office—Chapter 1: Windows 8 and Office 2013 Overview / Edit your Canvas Profile
Create your OneDrive Account
Log in to SIMnet and Pair your Canvas User with your SIMnet user
Complete Simbook Windows 8 Overview Ch1 Let Me Trys
Complete Overview Ch1 Guided Project 1-1
Complete Overview Ch1 Independent Project 1-4 / 1/30
Wk 2:
1/31-2/6 / Word—Chapter 1: Creating and Editing Documents / Discussion Board: Meet Your Classmates in Canvas
Simbook Word Ch1 Let Me Trys
Pause & Practice Projects 1-1 thru 1-3
Independent Project 1-4
Independent Project 1-6 / 2/6
Wk 3:
2/7-2/13 / Word—Chapter 2: Formatting and Customizing Documents / Simbook Word Ch2 Let Me Trys
Pause & Practice Projects 2-1 thru 2-4
Independent Project 2-4
Independent Project 2-6 / 2/13
Wk 4:
2/14-2/20 / Word—Chapter 3: Working with Reports and Multipage Documents / Simbook Word Ch3 Let Me Trys
Pause & Practice Projects 3-1 thru 3-4
Guided Project 3-1
Independent Project 3-4
Improve It Project 3-7 / 2/20
Wk 5:
2/21-2/27 / Word—Chapter 4: Using Tables, Columns and Graphics / Simbook Word Ch4 Let Me Trys
Pause & Practice Projects 4-1 thru 4-4
Guided Project 4-2
Independent Project 4-4
Independent Project 4-5 / 2/27
Wk 6:
2/28-3/5 / Integrating Word Skills 1-4 / Capstone Project – Chapters 1-4
Exam 1–2 part (objective and skill-based) / 3/5
Wk 7:
3/6-3/12 / Word—Chapter 5: Using Templates and Mail Merge / Simbook Word Ch5 Let Me Trys
Pause & Practice Projects 5-1 thru 5-4
Guided Project 5-3
Independent Project 5-6a
Independent Project 5-6b / 3/12
Wk 8:
3/13-3/19 / Word—Chapter 6: Using Custom Styles and Building Blocks / Simbook Word Ch6 Let Me Trys
Pause & Practice Projects 6-1 thru 6-4
Guided Project 6-1
Independent Project 6-6 / 3/19
3/20-3/26 / HOLIDAY – EASTER BREAK
Wk 9:
3/27-4/2 / Word—Chapter 7: Advanced Tables and Graphics / Simbook Word Ch7 Let Me Trys
Pause & Practice Projects 7-1 thru 7-4
Guided Project 7-3
Independent Project 7-4 / 4/2
Wk 10:
4/3-4/9 / Word—Chapter 8: Using Desktop Publishing and Graphic Features / Simbook Word Ch8 Let Me Trys
Pause & Practice Projects 8-1 thru 8-4
Guided Project 8-1
Independent Project 8-4 / 4/9
Wk 11:
4/10-4/16 / Integrating Word Skills 5-8 / Capstone Project – Chapters 5-8
Exam 2 –2 part (objective and skill-based) / 4/16
Wk 12:
4/17-4/23 / Word—Chapter 9: Working Collaboratively and Integrating / Simbook Word Ch9 Let Me Trys
Pause & Practice Projects 9-1 thru 9-4
Guided Project 9-3
Independent Project 9-4 / 4/23
Wk 13:
4/24-4/30 / Word—Chapter 10: Automating Tasks Using Templates and Macros / Simbook Word Ch10 Let Me Trys
Pause & Practice Projects 10-1 thru 10-4
Independent Project 10-4
Improve It Project 10-6 / 4/30
Wk 14:
5/1-5/7 / Word—Chapter 11: Working with Forms and Master Documents / Simbook Word Ch11 Let Me Trys
Pause & Practice Projects 11-1 thru 11-4
Independent Project 11-4
Independent Project 11-5 / 5/7
Wk 15:
5/8-5/14 / Word—Chapter 12: Customizing Word 2013 and Using OneDrive and Office Web Apps / Simbook Word Ch12 Let Me Trys
Pause & Practice Projects 12-1 thru 12-4
Independent Project 12-4 / 5/14
Wk 16:
5/15-5/20 / Integrating Word Skills 9-12 / Capstone Project – Chapters 9-12
Final Exam-2 part (Objective and Skill-Based) / 5/20

NOTE: Your instructor reserves the right to change/adjust the schedule as necessary.

IMPORTANT: Weekly Assignment Pages (with links to everything that needs to be done (readings, reference material, quizzes, Discussion Boards, and special projects for each week) will be posted in CANVAS on Saturdays for the following week.
Please make sure to work directly from the Weekly Assignment pages
and NOT from the calendar or assignments area in Canvas.

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