Computer+Applications+&+Careers

=Computer Applications & Careers:= Computer Applications/Careers is a class that will benefit every student. The course will give students an overview of the Microsoft Office 2007 Software, which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. The year will begin with a review of keyboarding. In addition, this class will also introduce students to principles and terminology of computer systems. An introduction to proper and ethical uses of the Internet and search engines will also be presented.

In order to choose the right career, you have to know about yourself. In order to do this, the students will assess their values, interests, skills, and aptitudes. They will think about the world of work and will begin to see a link between who they are and possible careers. The students will explore the workplace environment and learn about job benefits and workplace expectations. They will also discuss why hard and soft skills are important to workplace success.

This class is an excellent way to prepare students for high school and higher education success, as well as success in the workplace. Computers are becoming more and more prevalent in every industry and field of work. What students will learn in this class will be taken with them far into the future. See attached course expectations:

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