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Description
This class emphasizes webpage and computer graphic design as well as programming. Students will use a variety of software including Adobe Photoshop 6.0, PageMaker 6.5, Macromedia Flash 5, HTML, Netscape Composer, and Microsoft FrontPage. Students will also be exposed to structured programming using Qbasic and Object Oriented Programming utilizing C++ and JAVA.
Time Allocation
Ninety minutes per day for one smear
Themes/Topics
C++
HTML
JAVA
Object-Oriented Design and Programming
Spreadsheets
Word Processing
Assessments
Teacher constructed tests
Standards based unit projects
Standards based comprehensive projects
Texts/References
Using Access 2000, Jennings, 2000
HTML & XHTML, Prentice Hall, 1999
JAVA How to Program, Deitel & Deitel, 2002
Database Systems, A Practical Approach to Design, Implementation and Management, Connelly, 1999
The UML User Guide, Booch, 2001
Grades and Performance Levels
Grades are based on quality of work, completion of assignments, and tests and quizzes. Performance levels are based on standards assessments
Computer Integration Expectations
Programming
A. Created a word-processing program, which includes graphs, tables, and illustrations from a variety of resources, including the Internet
B. Created and used spreadsheets to organize data
C. Learned to develop formulas appropriate for mathematical computations necessary for desired output
D. Learned to design and create database programming to reflect real life situations
E. Developed organizational skills for maximizing the benefits of database programs
F. Introduced to SQL
G. Designed and created useful web pages for both personal and professional use
H. Introduced to HTML language as well as programmed applications for web page design
I. Explored multimedia applications
J. Learned how to implement multimedia sources in various programs
K. Created professional level presentations using PDF or PowerPoint
L. Introduced to basic programming and background information on traditional structured programming languages
M. Introduced to and developed object-oriented design and object-oriented programming languages such as JAVA and C++
Responsible Information/Technology Use
A. Demonstrated proper use and care of equipment
B. Demonstrated proper use of the Internet
C. Demonstrated an understanding of the use of a client/server environment
D. Understood the ethical, cultural and social issues related to technology
E. Developed positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity
Curriculum Integration
A. Used technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity
B. Used telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences
C. Used the computer with curriculum based software as well as appropriate WWW sites to reinforce skills in core curriculum areas
D. Used technology resources for solving problems and making informed decisions
E. Employed technology in the development of strategies for solving problems in the real world
Career and Occupational Opportunities
A. Understood career and occupational opportunities
B. Prepared for Object-Oriented programming languages certification