Computer
Programs for University Study Elective
Spring 2001 - Syllabus
/Quesionnaire/Calendar
Instructor: Leslie Wiles
Class location and time: NH 448
Th 12:00 – 2:00
Office: East Hall 343
Office Hours: Monday 3:15 - 4:15
Phone: 725-9189
E-mail: wilesl@e-machines.net
Homepage:http://web.pdx.edu/~siebertl
Materials: At least one 3.5" IBM
formatted diskette for saving files.
Course Description: Nowadays,
every college student needs to know how to use computers for class presentations,
for writing papers, and for preparing reports. In this class, you
will learn some of the computer and internet tools which students use for
university classes. You will create a final project which demonstrates
that you can use these tools effectively.
Class Objectives: The main
goal of this class is to improve your ability to use computers for English
study. By the end of this class, you should be able to:
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locate information on the Internet using a
variety of search engines
-
save and organize information found on the
Web
-
critically interpret and evaluate Web sites
based on specific criteria
-
make three types of charts/graphs using Microsoft
Excel
-
create and present a report using basic elements
of Microsoft PowerPoint presentation software
-
understand how to log-in to and navigate a
Web CT course environment
Grading: All grades for this
class are either PASS or NO PASS. I expect you to come to class on
time at 12:00 sharp. If you miss more than two classes, you will
not pass the class. Being late two times is equal to an absence.
We will not have homework assignments, but I expect you to work hard during
class time. Some of the assignments we do in class will be
pair assignments, others will be individual assignments. Your grade
will be determined by attendance and in-class participation. Remember
that much of the work we do in this class is intended to support your other
classes. Please come to class ready to ask questions about any type
of computer operations. I am here to help you.
Computer Elective
- Tentative Calendar
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WEEK
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DAY/DATE
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ACTIVITY
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2
|
Th - 4/12
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Introduction to course,
on-line needs analysis, tentative syllabus, objectives, expectations, grading.
Explore tutorials and web-surfing guides. |
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3
|
Th - 4/19
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Student research: search
engines and how to use them. Pair exploration of search tools.
Oral pair presentations on the features of the tool, suggestions for using
it effectively, and strengths and weaknesses of the search tool. |
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4
|
Th - 4/26
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More pair presentations
of search tools. On-line scavenger hunt using a variety of search
tools. Tips on evaluating web sites. |
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5
|
Th - 5/3
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Introduction to PowerPoint.
Screen elements, auto-content templates, creating a presentation from scratch.
Student/Teacher consultation on final project/presentation requirements. |
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6
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Th - 5/10
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Introduction to Microsoft
Excel. Making charts and graphs. Individual work on projects/presentations. |
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7
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Th - 5/17
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PowerPoint: creating/adding
tables, charts, & graphs. Inserting pictures/clip art.
Setting up transitions and animation effects. Individual work. |
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8
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Th - 5/24
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Individual work on presentations.
Put finishing touches on final PowerPoint projects/presentations. |
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9
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Th - 5/31
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Present final PowerPoint
projects/presentations. |
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10
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Th - 6/7
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Introduction to Web CT
course environments. Course evaluation. |
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