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PLTW 1 Syallabus
PLTW 1 Syallabus
PLTW 1 Syallabus
Course Expectations:
Students in PLTW - Gateway are expected to successfully complete training modules and activities and projects
in computer programing.
Grading Plan:
Grades are based on the point system.
● Weekly work up to 20 points weekly- These points are given based on progress of work and behavior.
● Weekly Quizzes up to 20 points each - They are simple checks for understanding of vocabulary and
basic concepts.
● Activities up to 15 points each- These are points given for correctly completing activity by deadlines
● Projects and papers up to 50 points- These points are earned via rubric scoring.
● Grading Scale:
A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 59 or Below
Class Requirements
● Portfolios: Each student is required to create and maintain a portfolio consisting of the following items:
1) daily work assignments, 2) class notes, 3) activities and worksheets, and 4) journal entries. All student
work must be added to the portfolio unless otherwise noted by the teacher. Portfolios will be checked on
a regular basis.
Course Expectations:
Student Work: Students will be expected to complete assignments during class time on a regular basis. All
students are expected to read class material, think critically and write effectively. Students are expected to use
complete sentences, proper grammar and correct spelling all written assignments.
Group Activities: You will be working in groups. Your group will be given cooperative learning activities to
complete. You will be expected to be an active member of your group and participation points will be assessed
accordingly. You will always be graded as an individual; however your group may earn points together that
will lead to a reward.
Partner Activities: We will use paired partners and group activities expectations will be followed.
Assigned Materials: In PLTW classes, students will be held responsible for maintaining equipment
assigned. These materials include: Tablets, microprocessors, wires and other materials.
Extra Credit: Opportunities for extra credit will be offered from time to time. Extra credit is extra work above
and beyond the usual classwork.
Absences: If a student is absent, it is HIS/HER responsibility to get all late work from the teacher and
return it in a timely manner.
Class Rules:
● The student is expected to treat the teacher and other students with respect at all times. Offensive
language and hatefulness will not be tolerated.
● Students are expected to be in their seats and prepared for class 3 minutes after entering class. Being
prepared for class means having portfolio ready, pens/pencils out and ready
● Pay attention. Talking while the teacher is instructing or while other students are presenting will not be
permitted. Listen the first time directions are given.
● Students will stay in their assigned seats at all times unless otherwise directed by the teacher.
● There is to be no eating or drinking in this computer lab unless directed by the teacher.
● Students must follow ALL Ashley Park Academy Expectations.
Class Materials:
● Composition Notebook
● Jump Drive (Flash drive) 8 gigs
● pencils/pens
Extra Credit will be given for the following items (limit 1 of each per student): Kleenex, pens or pencils. If you
bring any extra credit items make sure your name and class period are written on them.
Grade:___________
Students:
● I have read and understand the expectations for Mrs. Yorn’s PLTW class.
● I understand that I am responsible for any electronic equipment assigned to me.
Parents:
● I understand that my child will be using other electronic equipment and that if mishandled we
will be responsible for replacement.
Which is the best point of contact: phone call _____ text message_________ email ____________.
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