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1. o Complete all On Screen Getting Started Exercises first the green section of each Session O Then complete all Textbook Exercises Reinforcement the blue section of each Session Read the Ergonomic Tips before beginning your Session review it after completing the Session Session 39 Personal Business Letters TIP Place fingertips on shoulders bring elbows together in front of your chest and lift them Then allow elbows to swing open This will help you relax your upper body muscles O DocumentA 039proa rtf Personal business letter with italicized text O DocumentB 039prob rtf Personal business letter with bolded text O DocumentC 039proc rtf Edited personal business letter with underlined text Session 40 Business Letters TIP Shifting position in your chair rotates stress between different muscle groups allowing some to rest and recuperate O DocumentA 040proa rtf Business letter with bullets O DocumentB 040prob rtf Handwritten business letter O DocumentC 040proc rtf Edited business letter Session 41 Business Letters TIP Maintain the natural S of your spine when you are seated Sit up straight so that the back rest of your chair fits the small of your back This helps minimize backaches O DocumentA 04lproa rtf Edited business letter with wide margins O DocumentB 041 prob rtf Business letter with narrow margins and indented text O DocumentC _ 04lproc rtf Handwritten business letter wit
2. This improves your ability to concentrate O DocumentA 036proa rtf E mail message with emphasis on formatting O DocumentB 036prob rtf E mail message with left and right alignment and bolding O DocumentC 036proc rtf E mail message with indented paragraphs and italicized text Session 37 Memorandums and E mail Review TIP With arms hanging at your sides gently circle shoulders forward and then backward This helps to relax your upper body muscles O DocumentA 037proa rtf Memo with italicized words O DocumentB 037prob rtf Memo with bolded words O DocumentC 037proc rtf Memo with left and right indent and underlined Words Session 38 Production Progress Check Memorandums and E mail TIP The next time you buy eyeglasses tell your optometrist or optician about your computer use patterns This is especially important if you wear bifocals to minimize having to tilt your head to see the screen O DocumentA 038proa rtf Memo with italicized text O DocumentB 038prob rtf Memo with bolded text O DocumentC 038proc rtf Memo with underlined text and left and right indent Page 11 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 Submit your PROGRESS REPORT SESSION 35 38 SUBMIT DIRECTIONS Follow same procedures as previous assignment 20 ASSIGNMENT 8 x Your report must show all exercises completed M in order to receive pts full points ASSIGNMENT 9 Unit 9 Sessions 39 47 Letters
3. 045prob rtf Letter of application O DocumentC 045wprc rtf Letter of application for a full time job Session 46 Business Letter Review TIP To relax Squeeze a tennis ball or another solid object in your fist for 10 seconds and then let go and repeat O DocumentA 046proa rtf Edited business letter with wide margins andbolded text O DocumentB 046prob rtf Edited two page business letter with a hard page break and numbered paragraphs O DocumentC 046wprc rtf Search and replace and cut and paste used inletter 041 prob rtf Page 12 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 Session 47 Production Progress Check Letter Preparation Assessment TIP Getting up and walking down the hall relaxes your hands wrists arms back neck eyes and mind by moving you increase productivity O DocumentA 047proa rtf Handwritten business letter O DocumentB 047prob rtf Edited business letter O DocumentC 047proc rtf Business letter with wide margins and left and right margin alignment Submit your PROGRESS REPORT SESSION 39 47 SUBMIT DIRECTIONS Follow same procedures as previous assignment 20 ASSIGNMENT 9 x Your report must show all exercises completed M in order to receive pts full points ASSIGNMENT 10 Unit 10 Sessions 48 53 Business Reports o Complete all On Screen Getting Started Exercises first the green section of each Session O Then complete all Textbook Exercises Reinfo
4. Performance Report Screen FIVE MINUTE TIMINGS SHOULD HAVE NO MORE THAN 5 ERRORS Submit your Timing Performance Report Reports Timings Performance Report FINAL TIMING Make sure it shows 5 timings with 5 errors or less REPORT Repeat some five minute timings if necessary to reach your desired goal see scale below 5 minute O Lessons 41 46 and 53 59 contain 5 minute timings You have done these as part of your coursework You may repeat any that you wish nmilags X amp k Congratulations You have finished all the requirements for this class You have all the skills to be productive in your college work and the business world 5 MINUTE TIMING SCORES WAM POINTS SUBMIT at a Up to 60 FINAL TIMINGS 30 40 pts 20 30 10 20 x x x Participation is measured by the quality postings you contribute to the class after each assignment 0 to PARTICIPATION A quality discussion board posting is required after 100 pts each assignment submittal NOTE All 16 QUALITY Postings after Each Assignment and Technique Review WE VALUE ANY COMMENTS THAT WILL MAKE THIS CLASS BETTER FOR FUTURE STUDENTS SEE THE FOLLOWING PAGE FOR A GRADING SCALE AND A SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENTS Page 15 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 CONGRATULATIONS YOU HAVE FINISHED THIS KEYBOARDING COURSE SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENTS Consult your full syllabus above Weeks Due ___ Assignment Name Points pep PROGRESS
5. Review This technique review must be done now A submission after this point will not TE Sante be counted REVIEW M Print Technique Review 1 Directions rtf located under Course Content 1 M Print Technique Review 1 Form rtf located under Course Content DO NOT SKIP 1 Evaluate your own technique Up to THIS 2 Be sure you know how to alternate the left and right hand shift keys for 50 EXERCISE uppercase letters Review Lessons 2 and 4 WHICH IS 3 Use the Word Processing screen in your software to practice until you DESIGNED TO feel comfortable HELP YOU 4 Key ata steady even pace Speed SHOULD NOT BE a factor in your self evaluation Score yourself and then write a few quality comments about your skills 6 Send your Technique Review 1 doc in the Assignment Dropbox 7 Continue with ASSIGNMENT 2 a ASSIGNMENT 2 Unit 2 Sessions 14 17 Numeric Keys Page 7 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 o Complete all On Screen Getting Started Exercises first the green section of each Session E Then complete all Textbook Exercises Reinforcement the blue section of each Session E Read the Ergonomic Tips before beginning your Session review it after completing the Session Session 14 1 2 3 TIP Sit in a slightly reclined position with thighs parallel to each other In other words do not cross your legs as it cuts circulation HINTS Keying numbers requires a great deal of concentration
6. be in the Assignment Dropbox feature Notice all your assignments and due dates These are also noted in the course calendar and summarized on the last page of this syllabus Click on the assignment you wish to upload attach the PDF file include a comment if desired and then click submit Page 5 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 COURSEWORK ASSIGNMENT 1A Unit 1 Sessions 1 13 Divided into two parts 1A and 1B Alphabetic Keys x x After each assignment is submitted a quality posting is required SEE PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS AT THE END OF THIS SYLLABUS o Complete all On Screen Getting Started Exercises first the green section of each Session O Then complete all Textbook Exercises Reinforcement the blue section of each Session Read the Ergonomic Tips before beginning your Session review it after completing the Session INTRODUCTION Page xi xii Read 7 11 Essential Program Commands and Features disregard printing at the end of a session Page xii Read Program Hints for information only We will instruct you how to print and submit 2 assignments later in the syllabus VIEW SESSION 1 VIDEOS Course Content O Session 1 Getting Started O Session 1 Textbook Reinforcement Session 1 The Home Row Space Bar Enter TIP Sit in a comfortable relaxed position directly in front of the keyboard Page 2 7 You do this step only one time Page 3 Read all ma
7. therefore push for speed and then concentrate on accuracy Use the Home Row method anchor the left hand on asdf the right hand on jkl When letters and numbers are combined think of the letter s plus a two or three digit number for al13 think a one thirteen Session 15 4 5 6 TIP Keep both feet flat on the floor or a footrest Session 16 7 8 9 0 Comma Decimal TIP The human body is made to move When you stay in one position too long you will end up stiff sore and stressed After sitting at your workstation for 45 60 minutes stand up and stretch your arms and legs Session 17 Number Patterns Using Preset Tabs TIP You shouldn t have to reach for your keyboard Move the keyboard so that you can keep your elbows at your side as you position your fingers over the home HINTS Numbers may be keyed more rapidly if they are read as groups As you learn to read numbers as groups you will be able to concentrate on accuracy Emphasis is to be placed on accuracy when keying numbers row keys Submit your PROGRESS REPORT SESSIONS 14 17 SUBMIT DIRECTIONS Follow same procedures as previous assignment 20 ASSIGNMENT 2 x Your report must show all exercises completed M in order to receive pts full points ASSIGNMENT 3 Unit 3 Sessions 18 23 Punctuation Symbol Keys o Complete all On Screen Getting Started Exercises first the green section of each Session O Then complete all Textbook Exe
8. whenever a hard return is required Session 10 Reinforcement Sessions 1 9 TIP Keep eyes on source copy during and following return HINT Speed and accuracy cannot be achieved in the same drill therefore push for speed then slow down and concentrate on accuracy Session 11 U Z C TIP Position your copyholder about the same distance from your eyes as the monitor so that your eyes don t have to refocus with different distances Session 12 Y X Q TIP To sharpen the image adjust the brightness contrast controls on your computer screen Session 13 Reinforcement Sessions 1 12 EXCELLENT REVIEW of everything you have learned Spend uninterrupted quality time on this Session work on those one minute timings TIP To minimize eye strain align the computer monitor and keyboard directly in front of you Submit your PROGRESS REPORT SESSIONS 7 13 SUBMIT P ae Follow steps indicated in GENERAL DIRECTIONS 10 aske ad UE Your report must show all exercises completed M in order to receive Pie full points CONGRATULATIONS You have completed the alphabetic portion of your keyboarding skill development and should be typing confidently with all of your fingers not looking at your hands or keyboard and making a minimum number of errors Speed development takes practice so don t be discouraged if your speed is not at 25 WAM at this time you will improve the more you type 2 VIEW VIDEO HOW TO Technique
9. you enter an exercise Having the date appear does not mean that you have actually completed an activity LOGGING INTO When you log in after this first time you may get this screen Click YES THE KEYBOARDING You are already logged in WEBSITE Terminate previous login You will learn below how to view and submit the sessions you complete Complete all on screen exercises These will be only on the screen Try to concentrate letting your brain tell your fingers what to do Your eyes should not tell your fingers what todo Do NOT LOOK AT YOUR HANDS Complete all textbook activities Do not skip any In Session 1 these exercises begin on page 4 Read all informational material Look only at the textbook Glance only momentarily at your hand placement Your head should move 99 horizontally sideways and only 1 vertically up and down View your Progress Report at the start and end of each work session REPORTS PROGRESS REPORT This progress report will show you what you have done and what you need to complete HOW TO VIEW CLICK the first session of your assignment Then hold down the SHIFT key and click YOUR the last session of your assignment Assignment 1 consists of Sessions 1 6 PROGRESS Note which exercises have NOT BEEN completed They will have an next to them REPORT Complete any of these unfinished exercises Then continue on where you left off during your previous work session Re do a few p
10. 57wpra rtf O Document C 057wpre rtf 3 column table a change in column width add border and shading O Document D 057wprd rtf Merging cells O Document E 057wpre rtf 2 column table with left and right column alignment and merging cells 3 column table Session 58 Research Source Notes Used with Manuscripts TIP While sitting straighten and stiffen each leg to the front and push the heel away so that the back of the leg is stretched This will help relax leg muscles and joints NOTE There is a lot of detailed information in this Session regarding text notes footnotes and endnotes since these are automatic functions in a word processing program you will only practice how to format a bibliography L Document C O58wprc rtf Bibliography with the hanging indent format Session 59 Production Progress Check Manuscripts TIP Keep wrists in nonbent position This helps reduce repetitive stress injuries O Document A O59proa rtf Edited unbound manuscript using double spacing and page numbering features O Document B O59prob rtf Edited bound manuscript using all the features listed in the PWP Features above Submit your PROGRESS REPORT SESSION 54 59 SUBMIT DIRECTIONS Follow same procedures as previous assignment 20 ASSIGNMENT 11 Your report must show all exercises completed M in order to receive pts full points ASSIGNMENT 12 Unit 12 Session 60 Productivity Check Complete all On Screen Getting
11. CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 y Keyboarding for Computers CBTE 103 INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION COMPUTER BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY 103 Beginning Computer Keyboarding CRN 87841 3 UNITS 90 HOURS PREREQUISITES ADVISORY ONLY Hank Beaver LRC 461 619 388 2517 hbeaver sdccd edu COURSE MATERIALS Textbook O NEW Paradigm Keyboarding Sessions 1 60 Fifth Edition WITH USER S MANUAL This must be purchased with the textbook William Mitchell Consultant Ronald Kapper College of DuPage 2006 352 pages ISBN 0763823066 O USED If you buy a USED TEXT you must supplement with a NEW USER S GUIDE from the MESA COLLEGE BOOKSTORE ISBN 0763823090 O USB Flash drive for storing documents and reports You may also save to your computer hard drive It is advisable to make a KEYBOARDING folder on the desktop for ease finding your Assignment Files COURSE OBJECTIVES e To gain complete control of the keyboard and develop the locational security necessary to permit quick rapid stroking To reach 40 or more words a minute and a level where stroking is automatic See Grade and WAM scale To build basic level mastery on straight copy material To reinforce the English language To introduce the concept of thinking and keying simultaneously composition To teach and reinforce proper stroking techniques correct body positioning at the keyboard and a neat work environment
12. REPORT SESSIONS 18 23 Unit 3 10 6 10 12 Thur Oct9 11 55pm 5 PROGRESS REPORT SESSIONS 28 30 Unit 5 PROGRESS REPORT SESSIONS 31 33 Unit 6 20 1027 1172 Thur ct 30 11 55pm 8 PROGRESS REPORT SESSIONS 65 08 umie 20 Ce OOOO O e Teran sessonsaoar omo O o 41 1011 16 Thur Nov 13 11 55pm 9 PROGRESS REPORT SESSIONS 39 47 Unit 9 Happy Thanksgiving Take a week off You deserve it All 16 QUALITY Postings after Each Assignment PARTICIPATION and Technique Review Up to 100 TOTAL a T All assignments are due on Thursdays at 11 55pm Assignments may be submitted after the due date but will be considered late will lose 20 of their value 4 points for assignments worth 20 points and 10 points for assignments worth 50 points Grading Scale 450 500 scrss Sencar teases A 400 449 Reneereeene nearer renren terrae B Fo 8 re 2S eee eee ean oe ene eee eee C 300 349 sence seecencisdatcesaxterssenelvecess D 299 and DElOW ccccccccecseeeeeeeeeeeeseeeaes F Page 16 of 16
13. Started Exercises first the green section of each Session Then complete all Textbook Exercises Reinforcement the blue section of each Session Read the Ergonomic Tips before beginning your Session review it after completing the Session AHA a Page 14 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 Session 60 Document Preparation Productivity Check oO Document A O60proa rtf Handwritten business letter oO Document B O60prob rtf Edited unbound manuscript includes changing line spacing oO Document C O60proc rtf Edited memo report including all the PWP features listed above except changing line spacing O Document D O60wprd rtf Memo report to the instructor evaluating this course and the textbook describe what you have accomplished strengths and weaknesses of the text and software how can they be improved what was your favorite session and why Proofread carefully Print this out as a separate document Submit your PROGRESS REPORT SESSION 60 SUBMIT DIRECTIONS Follow same procedures as previous assignment 20 ASSIGNMENT 12 it eee must show all exercises completed M in order to receive ots Document D will also be attached to your Progress Report VIEW YOUR TIMING REPORT Click on REPORTS TIMING PERFORMANCE REPORT View all your five minute timings Have an instructor go over them with you VIEW YOUR TIMING REPORT GRAPH 5 minute timings Click on Show Graph from the Timing
14. Textbook Exercises Reinforcement the blue section of each Session O Read the Ergonomic Tips before beginning your Session review it after completing the Session Session 31 Review of Letters A I Numbers and Punctuation Keys TIP Use wrist pads to help keep wrists in neutral position and support forearm on desk when using a mouse Session 32 Review of Letters J R Numbers and Punctuation Keys TIP Place your monitor at a right angle perpendicular to a window to reduce glare on your monitor and sun in your eyes Session 33 Review of Letters S Z Numbers and Punctuations Keys TIP Have a complete eye exam by a qualified professional at least every two years Submit your PROGRESS REPORT SESSIONS 31 33 SUBMIT DIRECTIONS Follow same procedures as previous assignment 20 ASSIGNMENT 6 Your report must show all exercises completed M in order to receive pts full points ASSIGNMENT 7 Unit 7 Proofreading and Word Processing Techniques Session 34 Beginning with this Session and all Sessions following timed writings should have 1 error or less per minute For example one minute timings should have 1 or less errors three minute timings should have 3 or less errors and five minute timings should have 5 or less errors This is stricter than the textbook but follows international typing rules VIEW YOUR TIMING REPORT Click on REPORTS TIMING PERFORMANCE REPORT View all your timings Have an instructor go ove
15. To introduce ergonomic tips regularly throughout the class to minimize repetitive stress injuries associated with keyboarding To create and manage files To create memos letters reports manuscripts and tables To check documents for speed and accuracy To save results to a student report Page 1 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES Straight Copy Key at 40 or more words a minute for at least five minutes with one error or less per minute at least two times For grading purposes these WAM rates will be converted to points See FINAL TIMINGS at the end of this syllabus Points for FINAL TIMINGS WAM 60 40 50 35 40 30 30 20 20 10 POLICIES i IMPORTANT After logging into your website at the beginning of the semester complete the following 1 Print out the course syllabus and read it thoroughly 2 Take note of the due dates on the calendar 3 Email your instructor with your contact information email and phone number 4 Post a discussion board message to the class introducing yourself Post in the Introductions Folder IMPORTANT You must log into your class do the Orientation and start Assignment 1A prior to or your instructor will drop you from this course for non attendance In this online course you will have completed the requirements for the course if you complete the orientation assignment lesson assignments 1 12 technique reviews 1 2 final timings
16. and participation through discussion board postings one each after Assignments 1 12 and one each after Technique Reviews 1 and 2 IMPORTANT You must log into your class REGULARLY or your instructor will drop you from this course IMPORTANT lf for any reason you feel that you will not be able to complete the course it is your responsibility to officially withdraw from the course on or before the last drop date After November 5 you will receive a grade for the course based on the work you have turned in Absolutely NO drops will be allowed after PARTICIPATION POINTS Your participation points 100 points out of a possible 500 points for the course are a significant portion of your grade In order to earn the maximum participation points it is critical that your postings discuss the content in the assignment just finished and that they are substantial For example you might include what you learned any difficulties you experienced or improvement you have seen in your performance If you write only a sentence or two and indicate that I m finished or it didn t take as long as a thought it would you will not earn maximum points for the posting You may redo most assignments one time technique reviews and the skills assessment are not eligible for a redo For a chance to redo your original submission must be turned with enough time remaining before the deadline to allow for a 24 hour turnaround for grading The redo work m
17. and to depress hard to reach keys rather than forcing your hands into awkward positions Make sure that you bring your fingers back to the home row keys Page 8 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 Submit your PROGRESS REPORT SESSIONS 18 23 SUBMIT DIRECTIONS Follow same procedures as previous assignment 20 ASSIGNMENT 3 x Your report must show all exercises completed M in order to receive pts full points 2 VIEW VIDEO HOW TO Technique Review M This technique review must be done now A submission after this point will SELF not be counted TECHNIQUE M Print Technique Review 2 Directions rtf located under Course Content REVIEW M Print Technique Review 2 Form rtf located under Course Content 2 1 Evaluate your own technique DO NOT SKIP 2 Be sure you know how to alternate the left and right hand shift keys for Up to THIS uppercase letters Review Lessons 2 and 4 50 EXERCISE 3 Use the Word Processing screen in your software to practice until you WHICH IS feel comfortable DESIGNED TO 4 Key ata steady even pace Speed SHOULD NOT BE a factor in your HELP YOU self evaluation 5 Score yourself and then write a few quality comments about and how you have improved 6 Send your Technique Review 2 doc in the Assignment Dropbox 7 Continue with ASSIGNMENT 4 ASSIGNMENT 4 Unit 4 Sessions 24 27 10 Key o Complete all On Screen Getting Started Exercises first the green section of each Sessi
18. ccessible to all students including students with disabilities If you encounter a problem accessing any portion of this course please contact us immediately ONLINE LEARNING READINESS ASSESSMENT To find out if you have the technical and student skills necessary to succeed with online learning take the Online Learning Readiness Assessment IMPORTANT DATES First Day of Semester August 25 2008 Last Day to Add September 5 2008 Last Day to Withdraw with No W September 5 2008 Last Day to Drop and Be Eligible for a Refund 2008 Last Day to Withdraw with W October 31 2008 Last Day to Redo Work Final December 18 2008 Last Day of Semester December 18 2008 Page 3 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 GENERAL DIRECTIONS CBTE 103 x amp Participation is measured by the quality postings you contribute to PARTICIPATION the class after each assignment SEE PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS AT THE END OF THIS SYLLABUS From the HOMEPAGE of Blackboard Vista click START HERE o View the Welcome Video from Professor Beaver if you have not already seen it o Print your Syllabus Email your instructor to obtain your Login Name Login to Keyboarding Sessions with your Login Name and Password located on the inside of the User s Guide Must be a new guide not used You will first see the HOME tab The Welcome Screen appears o NOTE A date will appear when
19. ck TIP Keep eyes on source copy during and following return and tab Session 4 N Left Shift Colon Review of Correcting Errors TIP Use only finger not wrist movements to strike keys Session 5 G Word Wrap Tab Default TIP Keep fingers well curved and upright over home keys Session 6 Reinforcement Sessions 1 5 This session is an EXCELLENT REVIEW of everything you have learned Spend uninterrupted quality time on this session work on those one minute timings Ask for help from the lab staff if and when you need it TIP Keep feet on floor for proper body balance Submit your PROGRESS REPORT SESSIONS 1 6 SUBMIT o Follow steps indicated in GENERAL DIRECTIONS 10 asakoaE E da Your report must show all exercises completed M in order to receive pis full points Page 6 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 El Complete all On Screen Getting Started Exercises first the green section of each Session E Then complete all Textbook Exercises Reinforcement the blue section of each Session O Read the Ergonomic Tips before beginning your Session review it after completing the Session Session 7 P R Question Mark TIP Depress shift key as character is stuck Use alternate shift keys HINT Follow all ending punctuation marks with one space only Session 8 M V TIP Make quick snap keystrokes with immediate key release Session 9 O B W TIP Return quickly
20. h wide margins and bulleted items Session 42 Business Letters TIP Take longer breaks from your computer every two hours at least every 15 minutes O DocumentA 042wpra rtf Move cut and paste paragraphs in letter 04lprob rtf O DocumentB 042prob rft Edited business letter with left and right alignment O DocumentC 042wprc rtt Move paragraphs in letter 042prob rtf Session 43 Business Letters TIP Blink often and take frequent opportunities to look away from your screen at an object farther away This gives your eye muscles a break O DocumentA 048wpra rtf Business letter 041prob rtf edited with search and replace O DocumentB 043prob rtf Edited business letter with wide margins O DocumentC 048wprc rtf Business letter 042proc edited with search and replace Session 44 Two Page Business Letters TIP Turn your head to look over your right shoulder back to the front and then over your left shoulder This helps your neck muscles to relax O DocumentA 044proa rtf Two page letter with a hard page break and bulleted paragraphs O DocumentB 044prob rtf Two page letter with a hard page break and numbered paragraphs O DocumentC 044wprc rtf Two page letter 044proa rtf edited for search and replace Session 45 Letters of Application and Resumes TIP While legs are straightened to the front circle feet to relax ankle muscles O DocumentA 045proa rtf Letter of application with italicized text O DocumentB
21. have a next to them Click EXPORT as PDF Export as PDF Save as YourLastName Assignment 1a on your COMPUTER OR USB flash drive Check your Flash drive or computer location to make sure you have this PDF file saved LastName Assignment 1 Report pdf Adobe Adobe Acrobat Document From the HOMEPAGE of the Blackboard Vista site click on Assignments You will be in the Assignment Dropbox feature Notice all your assignments and due dates These are also noted in the course calendar and summarized on the last page of this syllabus Click on the assignment you wish to upload attach the PDF file include a comment if desired and then click submit When you need to submit remaining assignments ONOaAPronN gt Do not skip any assignments From the Paradigm Welcome Screen HOME TAB click on Reports Progress Reports Click the first lesson in your assignment Hold down the SHIFT key and scroll to the last lesson in your assignment Click on the last lesson The lessons in your assignment will be highlighted Click All Click Show Report Make sure all sessions and exercises have a M Complete any exercises that have a next to them Click EXPORT as PDF Save as YourLastName Assignment 2 3 etc on your USB Flash drive or computer Check your Flash drive or computer to make sure you have this PDF file saved From the HOMEPAGE of the Blackboard Vista site click on Assignments You will
22. n Keying a phrase response to a question Keying a sentence response to a question Keying a paragraph response to a question VIEW YOUR TIMING GRAPH Click on Page 9 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 Session 28 Word Response 5 minute timings start TIP Take small breaks as short as 10 seconds every 30 minutes to stretch this will help you relax HINT Composing at the keyboard is a very important skill to develop You will learn skills that will help you to develop documents quickly and efficiently Session 29 Phrase Sentence Response TIP Sit up straight drop your shoulders back and let your arms and hands hang loosely This takes the strain off your back and allows your lungs and other organs to function correctly Session 30 Sentence Paragraph Response WHAT A GREAT REVIEW Spend uninterrupted quality time on this Session a reprieve from timings TIP Remember you can make many adjustments in your own environment at little or no cost to you or your employer Submit your PROGRESS REPORT SESSIONS 28 30 SUBMIT DIRECTIONS Follow same procedures as previous assignment 20 ASSIGNMENT 5 Your report must show all exercises completed M in order to receive pts full points ASSIGNMENT 6 Unit 6 Sessions 31 33 Skillbuilding and Reinforcement o Complete all On Screen Getting Started Exercises first the green section of each Session O Then complete all
23. n of each Session E Read the Ergonomic Tips before beginning your Session review it after completing the Session Session 54 Unbound Manuscripts TIP Think about using a keyboard tray if your desk will not accommodate your keyboard properly O Document A 054proa rtf Manuscript outline featuring horizontal centering aligning and setting tabs O Document B 054prob rif Unbound manuscript using the features for double spacing changing margins horizontal centering and page numbering Session 55 Unbound Manuscripts TIP Keep the angle between your calf and thigh greater than 60 degrees when seated This relieves built up pressure and cramping in your legs O Document A 055proa rtf Unbound manuscript featuring changing line spacing changing margins and page numbering O Document B 055prob rtf Unbound manuscript including bolding underlining page numbering and changing line spacing Session 56 Bound Manuscripts TIP Recline when you can and sit back when you are talking on the phone or with people This will help you to relax and think better O Document A 056proa rtf Edited bound manuscript using all the word processing features listed above in PWP Activities Session 57 Bound Manuscripts Boxed Tables TIP Instead of a mouse try a trackball or touch pad Individuals working with laptop Computers generally have this option O Document A 057wpra rtf O Document B 057wprb rtf Adding a border and shading to 0
24. ntE 034proe rtf Keying and proofing technical material Submit your PROGRESS REPORT SESSION 34 SUBMIT DIRECTIONS Follow same procedures as previous assignment 20 ASSIGNMENT 7 x Your report must show all exercises completed M in order to receive pts full points ASSIGNMENT 8 Unit 8 Sessions 35 38 Memos and Emails Complete all On Screen Getting Started Exercises first the green section of each Session Then complete all Textbook Exercises Reinforcement the blue section of each Session Then study the descriptive information relating to the documents in the Textbook Exercises complete just the documents listed below O Key and save just the Documents listed below be sure to click Check to automatically name save and check your documents Strive for error free documents the first time they are keyed Read the Ergonomic Tips before beginning your Session review it after completing the Session El Et E Session 35 Memos and E Mail TIP With the fist down press against the knuckles of the closed hand Resist for five seconds on each knuckle Repeat series five times This helps the circulation in your hands and fingers O DocumentA 035proa rtf Memo with an attachment and copy notations O DocumentB 035prob rtf Memo with a left margin indent on one paragraph O DocumentC 035prod rtf Memo with left and right alignment Session 36 E mail Messages TIP Vary tasks during the day to break up repetitive routines
25. on O Then complete all Textbook Exercises Reinforcement the blue section of each Session O Read the Ergonomic Tips before beginning your Session review it after completing the Session Session 24 Home Row 4 5 6 0 NUM LOCK 10 key numeric keypad ENTER Key TIP Keep neck and shoulders relaxed HINTS Keep your eyes on the copy Using the 10 key numeric keypad will enable you to enter numbers more rapidly and accurately Session 25 7 8 9 TIP For relaxation lightly clench your hand and release fanning out fingers five times Session 26 1 2 3 TIP Personalize your work area by having pictures of family and friends Session 27 Reinforcement Sessions 1 26 TIP Slowly lift shoulders while inhaling and then slowly drop shoulders while exhaling this will help you relax Submit your PROGRESS REPORT SESSIONS 24 27 SUBMIT DIRECTIONS Follow same procedures as previous assignment 20 ASSIGNMENT 4 Your report must show all exercises completed M in order to receive pts full points ASSIGNMENT 5 Unit 5 Sessions 28 30 Composition o Complete all On Screen Getting Started Exercises first the green section of each Session E Then complete all Textbook Exercises Reinforcement the blue section of each Session O Read the Ergonomic Tips before beginning your Session review it after completing the Session Outcomes for Composition Skill Development Sessions 28 30 Keying a one word response to a questio
26. r them with you VIEW YOUR TIMING REPORT GRAPH Click on Show Graph from the Timing Performance Report Screen Notice your speed and your errors Try always to improve speed and lessen errors m Complete all On Screen Getting Started Exercises first the green section of each Session E Then complete all Textbook Exercises Reinforcement the blue section of each Session E Read the Ergonomic Tips before beginning your Session review it after completing the Session Page 10 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 Session 34 Proofreading Word Processing Techniques FOLLOW THESE STEPS AFTER COMPLETING EACH DOCUMENT Key your document PROOFREAD CAREFULLY Make any corrections BEFORE you CHECK it Your first CHECK will always be saved You cannot go back and alter this document We want you to learn to proofread before first checking your documents for the first time This helps you to be efficient 5 Of course you may go back in afterwards and correct any errors 6 Save your with your corrections Follow your textbook for naming conventions gd Nr TIP Press your hand on a firm flat surface for five seconds to relieve muscle tension O DocumentA 034wpra rtf Practice cursor movement within paragraphs O DocumentB 034wprb rtf Paragraphs with proofreader s corrections O DocumentC 034proc rtf Correcting errors within sentences O DocumentD 034prod rtf Correcting errors within paragraphs O Docume
27. rcement the blue section of each Session E Read the Ergonomic Tips before beginning your Session review it after completing the Session Session 48 Memo Reports Maintaining Documents on Disk TIP Keep your neck straight or bent slightly forward to minimize straining your neck muscles O DocumentA 048proa rtf Memo report with page numbers and lettered and numbered paragraphs O DocumentC 048wprc rtf Students create a fax transmittal form Session 49 Memo Reports TIP Keep the angle between your trunk and thigh greater than 90 degrees when seated If you lean forward when sitting it puts pressure on your back muscles and vertebrae O DocumentA 049proa rtf Memo report with a header page numbering bolded text and bulleted items O DocumentB 049wprb rtf Memo report 049proa rtf used for a search and replace activity Session 50 Formal Business Reports TIP Try standing while you do some of your tasks Often this will increase your productivity O Document A O050proa rtf Edited formal business report with a wide left margin bolded text bulleted and numbered paragraphs new tab stops left and right tab alignment headers page numbers and underlined text Session 51 Formal Business Reports TIP Alternate between your mouse and your keyboard Depending on the movement of the printing point indicator some moves can be made easier with the mouse and some with the up down left and right arrows keys Going from the ke
28. rcises Reinforcement the blue section of each Session E Read the Ergonomic Tips before beginning your Session review it after completing the Session Session 18 Hyphen Dash Underscore 3 minute timings start Don t try to master the symbols just be familiar with where they are located and how they are used TIP Try using a document stand to hold your source materials position it so that the distance from your eyes to the copy is the same distance as your eyes to the screen Session 19 Apostrophe Quotation Mark TIP Clean your monitor regularly with an anti static screen cleaner recommended by the manufacturer Session 20 Exclamation Point Pound Number Sign Dollar Sign Ampersand TIP If you are experiencing eye pain flashes of light floaters blind spots or blurred vision make an appointment immediately with a qualified professional Session 21 Percent Sign Asterisk Left and Right Parentheses Left and Right Brackets TIP Rest your forearms on the edge of the table Grasp fingers of one hand and gently bend back your wrist for five second to relax your hand and fingers Session 22 At Equals Plus Signs TIP Use a desk lamp task lighting instead of overhead lights to eliminate screen glare Session 23 Exponent Sign Less Than Greater Than Signs Slash or Diagonal Backslash Wow this Session was lots of fun You now know where these symbols are located and how they are used TIP Use your entire h
29. revious exercises if you feel you need extra practice Exit the software by clicking on the red X in the upper right corner IGNORE the following message Please do not close this window until you have EXITING EACH pressed EXIT button in the KEYBOARDING window WORK Your score may be lost if you close this window SESSION before finishing Before you leave each day view your Progress Report see above to see if you have missed any exercises in a session Try to finish a complete session before you exit Or mark your book indicating where you need to start at your next work session HOW TO Follow the directions below on how to submit an assignment SUBMIT AN Each assignment will show a report for each unit l ASSIGNMENT Only Unit 1 is divided into two parts Assignment 1a and Assignment 1b Page 4 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 When you need to submit Assignment 1a 0 00 NOSO ge NO 11 12 13 14 Do not skip any assignments From the Paradigm Welcome Screen HOME TAB click on Reports Progress Reports Click the first lesson in your assignment for Assignment 1 this will be Sessions 1 6 Hold down the SHIFT key and scroll to the last lesson in your assignment for Assignment 1a this will be Session 6 Click on Session 6 Lessons 1 6 will be selected blue Click All Click Show Report Make sure all sessions and exercises have a M Complete any exercises that
30. terial on this page Page 4 When you reach this point you will have finished the on screen exercises and you will now key the copy material in the orange shaded steps in the middle of the page Page 5 Exiting the Session disregard text directions Follow directions under General Directions above Session 2 Right Shift H E Correcting Errors For this Session and all Sessions following continue your excellent drill practice as outlined in Session 1 above Read the Ergonomic Tip on Page 10 before beginning your Session review it after completing the Session Session 2 6 You will be using these features later when you begin your production of business documents mainly the Backspace and Delete keys O During your practices focus on correct fingering you will be able to backspace to correct when you start creating your documents later in the course Keep your eyes on the screen for On Screen Exercises and on your textbook for Textbook Exercises O Do not look at your fingers as you are typing Check your posture take a short break away from the computer every hour Feel free to practice more times than your book suggests O Move on to the next exercise ONLY when you feel you can type confidently without looking at your hands yes it is OK to check your fingers for correct key positioning occasionally but don t make it a habit TIP Keep wrists flat and at least 2 inches off the desktop Session 3 Period T Comma Caps Lo
31. ust then be submitted by the due date for the assignment All redo assignments must be submitted to the Redo dropbox or as an attachment to e mail in the course website Once assignments have been graded the points earned will transfer to your online grade book A grade will be assigned at the end of the semester If you encounter any difficulties in your class either with the material or with completion of the class contact your instructor immediately Do not wait until the end of the semester to let your instructor know you are having problems Page 2 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 M IMPORTANT NOTE TO VETERANS You are to treat this course as if it were a class that meets 3 times per week You will be dropped if your attendance participation falls below one login or 6 hours per week In all instances stay in regular contact with your instructor Enrollment in college assumes maturity seriousness of purpose and self discipline Every student is expected to fulfill the requirements of all classes for which they are registered See College Policy 3110 DISABLED STUDENTS PROGRAMS AND SERVICES Students with disabilities who may need academic accommodations should discuss options with their professors immediately The Disabled Students Programs and Services DSPS page may provide more information http Awww sdccdonline net dsps htm ATTENTION We have made every effort to ensure that this course is a
32. yboard from the keyboard to the mouse and arrow keys relieves pressure on the hand and fingers O Document A 051proa rtf Edited letter of transmittal with a wide left margin and italicized text O Document B 051prob rtf Formatted title page for a formal business Report Session 52 Specialized Business Reports TIP Room lighting should be bright enough to allow everyone to see but not so bright as to compete with the monitor O DocumentA 052proa rtf Edited specialized business report with indented paragraphs underlining horizontal centering page numbering Session 53 Production Progress Check Business Reports TIP Keep your phone within easy reach and on the most convenient side If you hold the phone with your left hand your telephone should be on the left side Oo Document A 053proa rtf Handwritten memo report with numbered paragraphs new tab setting header and page numbering and underlining and print it Submit your PROGRESS REPORT SESSION 48 53 SUBMIT DIRECTIONS Follow same procedures as previous assignment 20 ASSIGNMENT 10 x Your report must show all exercises completed M in order to receive pts full points ASSIGNMENT 11 Unit 11 Sessions 54 59 Manuscripts Page 13 of 16 CBTE 103 ONLINE Syllabus Fall 2008 August 25 2008 El Complete all On Screen Getting Started Exercises first the green section of each Session E Then complete all Textbook Exercises Reinforcement the blue sectio

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