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Course Title
: Computers 3Department: Business
Prepared by: Susan Miller
Dated: 02/22/07
Basic Facts
1. Course Title: Computers 3
2. Grade Level: 11-12
3. Type of course: Elective
4. Prerequisite: Internet Applications
5. Length of course: One Year
Course Description - This advanced course is designed to further familiarize the student with web page creation and Video Game Development. Students will advance their knowledge of building and designing web pages. Students will learn
Macromedia Studio MX 2004 provides professional functionality for
every aspect of web development and includes the newest versions of
Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks and FreeHand. Studio MX 2004 is also
available with Flash MX Professional 2004.
Instructional Materials:
 | Macromedia MX 2004 |
| Adobe Photoshop |
| Digital Camera |
| Video Game Development |
Goals:
The goals of this course are to build on the skills learning in Internet Applications and develop a more advanced understanding of the computer and its impact on life. Students will gain knowledge of telecommunication and the skills necessary for Internet operation and how it applies to the world.
Standards
- Basic operations and concepts
 | Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems. |
| Students are proficient in the use of technology. |
| Students understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to technology. |
| Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software. |
| Students develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity. |
| Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity. |
| Students use productivity tools to collaborate in constructing technology-enhanced models, prepare publications, and produce other creative works. |
| Students use telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences. |
| Students use a variety of media and formats to communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences. |
| Students use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources. |
| Students use technology tools to process data and report results. |
| Students evaluate and select new information resources and technological innovations based on the appropriateness for specific tasks. |
| Students use technology resources for solving problems and making informed decisions. |
| Students employ technology in the development of strategies for solving problems in the real world. |
Course Outline
1st Quarter - Macromedia MX 2004 - Dreamweaver
2nd Quarter - Macromedia MX 2004 Fireworks, Flash
3rd Quarter - Video Game Development Module 1
4th Quarter - Video Game Development Module 2
Evaluation:
Students turn in assignments weekly. These assignments are evaluated and returned in a timely manner with a computerized grade print out.
90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
69- 60 = D
Below = F
Classroom Management:
Students are expected to respect teachers, peers, and equipment. Students are expected to turn in their assignments in a timely fashion. Late assignments will be scored at a lesser value and accepted up to two weeks after initial due date. Students will be warned once before being sent for disciplinary action. Cheating is handled per student handbook.
Homework:
There is no homework in this class. All assignments should be completed during class time. If a student is absent in Room 300 after school. This lab is open on Monday - Thursday 3-4 pm.