Purpose
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The purpose of this course is to assist students in making informed decisions regarding their future academic and occupational goals and to provide information regarding careers in the Information Technology career cluster. The content includes but is not limited to foundational knowledge and skills related to web and software development in the information technology industry.
Instruction and learning activities are provided in a laboratory setting using hands-on experiences with the equipment, materials and technology appropriate to the course content and in accordance with current practices. We will be using Mario, Zelda, Sim City, and several other retro games to help make this journey fun and exciting.
A few of the things Level 2 will be doing this year.
Use technology to enhance the effectiveness of communication skills.
Students will be able to do the following:
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-Use database, spreadsheet, presentation software, scheduling, and integrated software packages to enhance communication.
-Respond to and utilize information derived from multiple sources (e.g., written documents, instructions, email, voice mail) to solve problems and complete tasks.
Demonstrate proficiency in Webpage design
Students will be able to do the following:
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-Demonstrate an understanding of acceptable webpage design.
-Design a website using storyboarding techniques.
-Describe and apply color theory as it applies to webpage design (e.g., background and text color).-Access and digitize graphics through various resources (e.g., scanner, digital cameras, on-line graphics, clipart, CD-ROMs).
-Use image design software to create and edit images.
-Demonstrate proficiency in publishing to the Internet.
Perform email activities.
Students will be able to do the following:
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-Describe email capabilities and functions.
-Identify components of an email message.
-Identify the components of an email address.
-Identify when to use different email options.
-Attach a file to an email message.
-Forward an email message.
.-Use the Internet to perform email activities.
-Identify the appropriate use of email and demonstrate related email etiquette.