Forest Park High School

Introduction to Business & Technology Syllabus SY 2015-2016

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Introduction to Business & Technology Syllabus 07.44130

Mrs. Debra Collins
debra.collins@clayton.k12.ga.us
www.forestparkhigh.org
http://tinyurl.com/nml8lxb
Microsoft Office 2010 (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher)
Pasework and Pasework (2005) Introduction to Business (Glencoe); Business
Communications (Thompson); other supplementary textbooks/resources may
be used; Software: Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) Internet
(utilized for research, tutorials, and projects), Scanner, Digital Camera, Dell Color
Laser Printer

Course Description:

Introduction to Business & Technology is the foundational course for the

Business and Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Human Resources
Management 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. The pre-requisite for this course is advisor
approval.

Materials:

REQUIRED: 3-Ring Binder; Loose leaf paper; 4-5 Dividers; USB flash drive;
pen/pencil.

Grading Scale:

Classwork 25%
Quizzes 10%
Final 20%

Homework Policy:

Due to the nature of this class, homework is limited to study of terminology and
concepts in preparation for performance and/or objective tests or quizzes. If
students have access to a computer and/or the internet, they are encouraged to
practice the skills and concepts learned in class.

Make-up Work:

Students who miss class for ANY reason shall make up work after school. Prior
notification must be given. Students shall report no later than 4:15; failure to
arrive by 4:15 will be deemed a no-show. Work must be made up within 3 days
after returning to school. Failure to make up work in the time allotted will result
in the student receiving a 0% on the missed assignment.

Discipline:

Students will sign a contract that confirms that they are aware of the rules and
responsibilities of the class and they agree to abide by them. Students are
expected to follow the rules (dress code and tardies included) as posted in the
classroom as well as the rules of conduct outlined by CCPS and FPHS.

Projects 10%
Tests 20%
Homework/Participation/Notebook 15%

1st Offense: verbal warning and/or detention, teacher student conference

2nd Offense: parental contact/detention
3rd and subsequent Offenses: discipline referral

Attendance:

Attendance Policy is based on CCPS BOE policy. For more detailed information,
refer to Student Code of Conduct. Please attend school every day, on time, and
prepared.

Classroom
Expectations:

*Be on Time
*No Eating/Drinking in Class
*Show Respect at ALL Times
*Absolutely NO ELECTRONICS

Tutoring
Extra Help:

Students who desire extra work or require extra help may receive that
assistance after school from 4:00 to 4:45. Prior notification must be given.

*Be Prepared (bring materials)

*Raise Hand to Speak or Walk
*No Lounging, Sleeping, or Grooming
*Comply with Student Internet
Agreement