Introduction to Business and Technology/Robinsonpage 1

Introduction to Business and Technology/RobinsonPage 1

CLASS SYLLABUS

COURSE TITLE:Introduction to Business and Technology

COURSEIntroduction to Business & Technology is the

DESCRIPTION:foundational course for Advanced Accounting, Business Accounting, Banking, and Insurance pathways. The course is designed for high school students as a gateway to the career pathways above, and provides an overview of business and technology skills required for today's business environment. Knowledge of business principles, the impact of financial decisions, and technology proficiencies demanded by business combine to establish the elements of this course. Emphasis is placed on developing proficient fundamental computer skills required for all career pathways. Students will learn essentials for working in a business environment, managing a business, and owning a business. The intention of this course is to prepare students to be successful both personally and professionally in an information-based society. Students will not only understand the concepts, but apply their knowledge to situations and defend their actions/decisions/choices through the knowledge and skills acquired in this course. Employability skills are integrated into activities, tasks, and projects throughout the course standards to demonstrate the skills required by business and industry. Competencies in the co-curricular student organization, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), are integral components of both the employability skills standards and content standards for this course.

Various forms of technologies will be highlighted to expose students to the emerging technologies impacting the business world. Professional communication skills and practices, problem-solving, ethical and legal issues, and the impact of effective presentation skills are taught in this course as a foundational knowledge to prepare students to be college and career ready. Introduction to Business & Technology is a course that is appropriate for all high school students. After mastery of the standards in this course, students should be prepared to earn an industry recognized credential: Microsoft Office Specialist for Word Core Certification.

INSTRUCTOR:Mrs. Robinson, MA-Curriculum and Technology

BS-Business Education

Classroom/Office—Room I18

Telephone: (770) 650-4230 ext. 172

Email:

Website:

Google Classroom Class Code: 8r1za9

PROGRAM Business,Management, and Administration

CLUSTER:

PATHWAY: Finance Pathway

PATHWAY COURSES:Introduction to Business and Technology, Legal Environment of Business, Entrepreneurship

TEXTBOOK:No textbook will be issued. On-line resources and supplemental materials will be utilized.

SOFTWARE:Microsoft Office 2013, Virtual Business, Microsoft IT Academy, LearnKey

STANDARDS:IBT-1 Demonstrate employability skills required by business and industry.

IBT-2 Apply technology as a tool to increase productivity by creating, editing, and publishing industry-appropriate documents.

IBT-3 Master word processing software to create, edit, and publish professional-appearing business documents.

IBT-4 Analyze and integrate leadership skills and management functions within the business

environment.

IBT-5 Demonstrate understanding of the concept of marketing and its importance to business

ownership.

IBT-6 Use professional oral, written, and digital communication skills to create, express, and interpret information and ideas.

IBT-7 Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship through recognizing a business

opportunity, how to start a business based on the recognized opportunity, and basics of how to

operate and maintain that business

IBT-8 Understand, interpret and use accounting principlesto make financial decisions.

IBT-9 Develop effective money management strategies and understand the role and functions of

financial institutions.

IBT-10 Research and interpret the various risks involved in operating a business while determining the role of insurance for a business.

IBT-11 Examine basic human resources and the legal aspects of a business while incorporating the

methods into business practices.

IBT-12 Explore how related student organizations are integral parts of career and technology

education courses through leadership development, school and community service projects,

entrepreneurship development, and competitive events.

UNITS:Semester 1:

1. Introduction to Technology
2. Word Processing Applications
3. Effective Communications Skills
4. Introduction to the World of Marketing
5. Entrepreneurship and Business Ownership

Semester 2:

1. Leadership and Management
2. Accounting 101
3. Money Management Basics
4. Managing Risk
5. Introduction to Human Resources

ARTICULATION:This course is not articulated.

CAREER Successful completion of this course helps to prepare students for higher-level secondary

OPPORTUNITIES:school courses in the Business major, as well as internships in law offices, real estate offices, and municipal/county court offices.

OccupationLevel of EducationSalary

Bank TellerHigh School/On-the-Job Training$22,140

Paralegal/Legal AssistantTechnical College$33,920

AccountantBachelor’s Degree$54,630

Financial AnalystsBachelor’s Degree +$66,590

METHODS OF Class lecture/demonstration, question/answer, group work,

INSTRUCTION: audio-visual aids, student reports/projects, case studies, and guest speakers.

EVALUATION:Semester Average

Formative Assessments: Employability Skills, Quizzes and Home Learning = 15%

Formative Assessments: Daily/Class Assignments = 30%

Summative Assessments: Tests, Mid Termand Projects = 40%

Semester Exam = 15%

Total Percentages =100%

The Fulton County grading policy is as follows:

A=90 and up; B=80-89; C=70-79; F=Below 70

COURSE READING:Eat That Frog by Brian Tracy—Semester 1—1st 9 Weeks

The Fred Factor by Mark Sanborn—Semester 1—2nd 9 Weeks

The One Minute Manager by Kenneth Blanchard and Spencer Johnson—Semester 2—1st 9 Weeks

Who Moved My Cheese? For Teens by Spencer Johnson—Semester 2—2nd 9 Weeks

SLO’s The State of Georgia is mandating Student Learning Objectives (SLOs) this year. Fulton County is still awaiting information from the State to determine how much these tests mightweigh in the final grade of each student. Students will receive an addendum to the syllabus as more information becomes available.

FBLA:Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)is a co-curricular student organization in Business and Computer Science that promotes leadership, career planning, community service, and social networking. Every student will be required to complete FBLA management assignments. Additionally, FBLA will be blended into all of the standards of the course. Membership is strongly encouraged for all students enrolled in this course. Dues are $25 for local, state, and national membership. See me for an application.

COURSE HANDBOOK

EXPECTATIONS:Follow the classroom norms: Be respectful, Be on time, Be actively engaged in the lesson, Treat people the way you want to be treated.

Show respect and courtesy for all people using appropriate tone of voice and language without arguing or talking back. No swearing, rude gestures, crude teasing, or put downs allowed!!

Profanity will result in an automatic two-days of private detentionfor 30 minutes each day. (8:00-8:30 or 3:50-4:15)

Adhere to all classroom expectations and Fulton County Schools and Centennial High School rules.

ENTERING CLASS:1. Immediately go to your assigned seat.

2. Begin to work on the opening assignment. You will only have about 5 minutes.

Walking through the door while the bell is sounding is a tardy.

EXITING CLASS:1. Report back to your classroom table when prompted.

2. Complete your exit ticket/activity.

3. When I say you are dismissed, push your chair under your desk.

4. Gather and store all materials and clean your area.

5. Exit the class.

Note: You are to never stand and wait for the bell to ring!

TRANSITION:There will be times when you will need to transition from the classroom setting to the computer setting and vice versa. When this happens follow this format:

1. Rise and push your chair under your desk.
2. Immediate move to your assigned location.

TEACHERI will:

PRESENTATION:Stand in front of the class

Verbally prompt you that we are about to begin

Wait for everyone to be quiet

Begin speaking

FINISHING EARLY:Please see the additional assignment listafter completing class assignments early.

Additional assignments may be completed for extra practice. Students are not allowed to sit and do nothing in class. You may be able to utilize this time for your required reading and note reviews. You must be working until the end of class.

MOVEMENT: Students may leave their seat only to perform assignment related tasks.

EMPLOYABILITYWork EthicsPositive Attitude

SKILLS:Good Communications SkillsTime Management

Problem SolvingTeamwork

Self ConfidenceAbility to Accept and Learn from Criticism

Flexibility/AdaptabilityStress Management

Important words to use in class/workplace:

“Please” and “Thank You”

“You’re Welcome”

“May I”

“Excuse Me”

“Mr.” or “Mrs.”

CELL PHONES/Cell phones should not be visible and must be turned off during class. Headphones should not be

HEADPHONES:worn during class unless they are used as a tool for instructional purposes. Centennial policy will be enforced. There maybe opportunities for these items to be utilized during instruction.

QUESTIONS:Please raise your hand to ask a question. Questions pertaining to the lecture or

the material being covered will be answered. All other questions

will be answered during class, at the end of class, or at teacher’s discretion in a timely manner.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:There is no talking when announcements are being made.

SUBSTITUTES:Students who misbehave and cause problems for a substitute teacher will automatically receive two days of private detention and be required to write a 200-word report. Treat them as invited guests.

FOOD/DRINK:Food and drinkare not allowed in the classroom/lab. Water will be left at the door or on the floor of your computer or work table and will not be consumed.

SUBMITTING WORK:Most assignments will be submitted electronically. Manual submissions will be made to the assignment drawer for your class period. Never put assignments on my desk or hand them to me.

COMPUTER USE:Use the computer for Introduction to Business and Technology assignments only. Computers are monitored electronically.

PRINTER USE:Printing for other classes is a violation of class policy and a charge of .10 per page may be assessed.

MATERIALS:Return all class materials/equipment to their proper place.

HALL PASSES:Take care of personal restroom needs prior to class. Each student will be given a hall pass at the beginning of each semester, for a total of 5 passes each. These passes may be redeemed to get water, go to the restroom, etc. Permission will NOT be given to leave my room above and beyond these passes, so do not ask. Phone calls, visits to the counselor, etc. should be attended to during lunch or before or after school. At the end of the semester, unused passes may be turned in for extra credit points on the final exam. No passes will be allowed out of class during the first 15 minutes or the last 15 minutes of class or when presentations/lectures are being conducted. You must also use your school agenda. FBLA members will receive and additional pass.

CONSEQUENCES:1ST OFFENSE – VERBAL WARNING AND CONFERENCE

2ND OFFENSE – PARENT CONTACT

3rd OFFENSE – PRIVATE DETENTION

4th OFFENSE – ADMINISTRATIVE REFERRAL AND PARENT CONTACT

All other offenses will automatically be referred to the appropriate administrator.

Severe offenses will automatically be referred to the appropriate administrator.

Failure to serve detention will be an automatic administrative referral. I reserve the right to issue additional consequences as necessary.

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MAKE UP WORK:If you are absent, it is your sole responsibility to make contact with me regarding missed assignments. The contact must be made within one school day upon returning. You will be given the same amount of time to make up the work as the students who were present. I will establish a reasonable time frame within which the make-up work will occur. Failure to turn in the work at the assigned time will be treated as a missing assignment (which means a zero (0) is averaged).

You will receive the actual grade earned on make-up work if the absence was excused and the work is submitted within the time period set. In the case of an unexcused absence, you will receive a 10-point reduction on any graded work.

Keep in mind that absences allow you to miss valuable learning experiences and information.

In order to do well in this class, it is imperative that you take an active role in the learning process attend regularly. I cannot simply transfer knowledge to you. Rather, learning must be an active process. This is especially true with web page design; proficiency requires loads of hands-on practice. In order for you to complete the majority of your assessments on time, you must make up your missed sessions before the final due dates!!!! Therefore, you must come for additional lab time.

DUE DATES:Assignments are due on the date specified. Points may be deducted for late work. Extenuating circumstances will be handled on an individual basis. Final due dates that are set throughout the semester are just that—FINAL. Assignments will not be accepted after that date.

TARDY POLICY:Students are expected to be in their seats before the bell rings. The Centennial High School policy will be followed. See the listing below:

1st Tardy—Warning

2nd Tardy—Private Detention

3rd Tardy—Administrative Referral

HELP SESSIONS:Any student who is failing the course may consult with me for strategies to strengthen his/her course skills as a means to improve his/her course grade. Tuesdays, Thursday, and Fridays are set aside as help sessions. The lab is usually open before school.

HELP SESSIONS CAN BE ARRANGED BY APPOINTMENT!

CONFERENCEI can be available during sixth period. You must contact me for a conference.

INFORMATION:

COMPUTER USE:According to the Fulton County policy on computers, “students shall not alter or attempt to alter school or private property including technology hardware and software.” This includes (a) changing desktop settings or control panels, (b) removing or damaging mouse tracking balls, keyboard keys, cables, connectors, network jacks, or any other hardware, (c) altering in any way computer software, (d) loading games from the Internet, or (e) damaging computer disks, CD-ROMs, or other hardware or media. Flash drives are not to be used without permission. Downloading music is prohibited. Listening to music on computers is prohibited unless permission is granted for educational purposes.

MATERIALSProject folders

REQUIRED:Spiral Notebook

Assessment Binder-1’ Binder

Bring all materials necessary for success. (pen, pencil, paper, notebook, etc.)

ASSESSMENTPlease keep notebooks clean and organized. Notebooks may be checked periodically

BINDER:for completeness. The binder will be an invaluable tool for exam preparations. Points could be deducted for a lack of organization.Items to include in notebook: Class procedures, syllabus, rules, projects, assignments, tests, accolades, etc. Keep all returned work, all handouts, and all records in your notebook or folder.

SEATING CHART:Every student will be assigned a place to sit in the class. This process increases time management. Assigned seats maybe changed, by the teacher, if the need arises. Exceptions will be made if the parent writes a note to the teacher, explaining the student’s special needs. The seating chart for each class will be posted. Any student not found in his/her assigned seat will be given one verbal warning and then serve a private detention for each occurrence.

RECOVERY

HONOR CODE:The Centennial policy will be followed.

REWARDS:Periodically, you will have the opportunity to participate in a Terrific Ticket Drawing. This will be based upon the classes’ overall behavior and achievement. The clock system that is posted in the classroom will determine when and if tickets for various prizes will be awarded or distributed. This is a fun way to get rewarded for outstanding performance just like they do in the business world!

Home Learning

Go my website:. Review the syllabus document and return this form by Friday.

REQUIRED SIGNATURES

Directions: Complete with your parents the blanks below as indicated.

Student Syllabus Review
I, ______, have read the class syllabus. I will attempt to successfully complete the course to the best of my ability. I understand that computers, Internet, materials, and equipment are to be utilized only for the assignments provided and that improper use may result in administrative referrals and the removal of the privilege of using said instructional materials.
______Student Signature ______Date
Parental Syllabus Review
As the parent/guardian of ______, I have read the class syllabus. I will attempt to help my son/daughter to complete the course successfully. I have addressed the
______Parent/Guardian Signature
______Home PhoneBest hours to call______
______Work PhoneBest hours to call______
______e-mail address

Parental Permission Form

For Instructional Use of Videotape

Please indicate below whether or not you give permission for your child to view DVDs or videotapes that are rated Parental Guidance (PG), Parental Guidance 13 (PG 13), or Restricted (R) rating. Some of the DVDs and videotapes for this class are not from our school or district’s collection of instructional materials. These materials will be used only as a supplement for educational purposes. There may be occasions when only certain portions are shown to enhance a lesson.

______Yes, ______has my permission to view these DVDs or videotapes.

______No,______does not have my permission to view these DVDs or videotapes.

Parent/Guardian Signature______Date______

PUBLICITY RELEASE

Throughout the school year the Fulton County School District and local schools will conduct activities that may be publicized through local

or national news media.

_____I grant permission for the Fulton County School District to use or publicly display my/my child’s photograph, video image, or audio clip on the District’s Web site(s), individual school Web pages, or in other official District publications without further notice. I

acknowledge the District’s right to crop, edit, or treat the photograph, video, or audio clip at its discretion. I also agree that my child/I will

participate in any publicity activities for events sponsored by the District. Such activities may include but are not limited to: interview

sessions with news reporters; photographs for newspapers or various School District publications including newsletters, calendars, and