• BUSINESS/COMPUTER EXPLORATION
     
    computer
     

    The Computers Exploration curriculum is a sequential 10-week program offered to students in grades 7-8 with emphasis on applications of computers in a meaningful and authentic way. All student work will involve interdisciplinary assignments. Included below are some of the topics covered:

     
    Grade 7:      Microsoft Office 2010 (intermediate level)
                            - Word 
                            - Excel spreadsheets and charts, including formulas 
                            - Presentations
                            - Desktop Publishing 
                            - Internet Safety
                            Review of keyboarding skills using All The Right Type
                          
    Grade 8:       Interdisciplinary Project
                            - Research and writing takes place prior to computer class
                            - Formal research paper produced in computer class
                            - PowerPoint created and presented
                            - Publisher brochure on research topic
                          Internet Safety and video production