Computer Lab
Mrs. Su Smith
First semsester we worked hard on Touch Typing skills. I set goals for each class and am pleased to report that my classes far exceeded my expectations. Many students asked, "Why is this so much easier than it was last year?" I am confident that students completing the full semester have learned an age-appropriate level of typing skill and am prepared to move on to other programs. Students who missed my class may continue to practice by downloading TuxType from http://tux4kids.org
The first program that we are working with is Microsoft Excel where we are learning the basics of spreadsheets. The students have taken their first spreadsheet quiz. I am using this as an entrance quiz and will give it again, possibly with additional questions, at the end of our unit. As soon as my last students take the quiz, I will post the questions so you can test your own knowledge.
Initial Vocabulary and Topics:
Basic Things To Do:
Intermediate Things To Do:
Create a table of information
Highlight a section of adjacent cells
Use a table of information to create a graph or chart
Alter the appearance of a graph or chart
Games To Excercise Skills and Knowledge:
Once we have a firm grasp on Excel, we will move on to another program. I will move all classes together when I am confident in a basic understanding, so level of mastery will depend on the student and class. Snow Days and other missed days will affect which classes complete which tasks. If you would like a home lesson for assignments missed, do not hesitate to let me know. The fastest way to reach me is via text (344-2126) and I will respond between classes or after school.