George Herbert Walker

School of Business & Technology

Spring 1 2016

Eight (8) Weeks Online Course

January 11, 2016 - March 6, 2016

CITC 5850

Desktop Publishing with Word 2013 Intermediate

Course Syllabus

Instructor

Information

LaShanda Simons: Instructor Introduction

Primary Contact: WorldClassRoom Mail tool (lashandasimons13@webster.edu)

Secondary Contact: lsimons11773@gmail.com

Main Phone: 910-425-2197 (voice message line only)

Secondary Phone: 910-502-0403 (text only)

I will respond to all inquiries/questions within 48 hours if you contact me via any method listed on the syllabus.  Although I have provided additional means to contact me, I highly recommend that you do so via the WorldClassRoom Mail tool or my Webster email as to have verification of what you sent and how I responded.  I do not have specific times that I will be available online.  Should you need to do face-to-face time, we can try to arrange a Skype session at a time that is convenient for you and I.  My Skype handle is {comptax1999}. If you would like to do a Skype session, please email me so that we can arrange a time. Please note that I am on Eastern Standard Time zone.

Catalog

Description

This project-based learning course will allow students to perform desktop publishing through the use of intermediate formatting techniques, creating, editing, and formatting documents in Microsoft Word 2013.  Students will identify and apply word processing concepts, create technical documents, format and edit documents, and use tools and utilities. Students will use word processing skills to insert tables, illustrations (i.e., images, shapes, SmartArt, Charts), cover pages, textboxes, WordArt, watermarks, page colors, and page borders and other Word features .  Students will apply formatting techniques that are practical to real life applications because Microsoft Word is used in most workplaces.  Students will obtain an understanding of information needed to pass the Microsoft Office Specialist Certification (MOSC).

Prerequisites

Students will have taken and passed the CITC 5850 Word 2013 Basics Assessment Test to prove they already have basic knowledge of Word 2013.  Students will have downloaded Microsoft Word 2013 (provided by the college as part of this course) to their IBM compatible computer/laptop that has at least Windows 7 operating system and ensured it is functioning appropriately.  You can download and install Word 2013 on two PCs, or two laptops, or a combination of both.  Due to formatting differences between the Windows version and Apple Mac version of Word 2013, it is not recommended that you use an Apple Mac for this course. However, if you would like to use an Apple Mac, click on the following link http://www.parallels.com/products/desktop/ to learn how to install and use Windows on an Apple Mac which will enable you to download your Word 2013 as a windows version. Students should be at least 18 years old or older and have a minimum high school diploma or equivalent education.

Course Level Learning Outcomes

Outcomes

Materials

REQUIRED TEXTBOOK:

Author:  Misty E. Vermaat
ISBN-10: 1-305-50721-5
ISBN-13: 978-1-305-50721-0

REQUIRED HARDWARE/SOFTWARE PROGRAM:

Microsoft Word 2013 Home and Student installed on IBM compatible PC/laptop with minimum Windows 7 operating system and the ability to view video, listen to audio, download and save files, perform screen capture.  Due to formatting differences, this version of Word 2013 will not work on an Apple Mac.  Please refer to the prerequisites section on this syllabus for additional information.

Download and Install Free Jing App – used to capture and share images and video

Go to http://jing.en.softonic.com/

Other information and tutorials on Jing: https://www.techsmith.com/tutorial-jing.html

SUGGESTED SUPPLEMENTAL READINGS:

CustomGuide Microsoft Word 2013 Cheat Sheets

http://www.customguide.com/cheat_sheets/word-2013-cheat-sheet.pdf

Word 2013 Manual Created by Stockton University

http://intraweb.stockton.edu/eyos/compserv/Documentation/MSOffice2013/Word%202013.pdf

Microsoft Word 2013 Step By Step Manual Published by Microsoft Press

https://dbgyan.files.wordpress.com/2013/02/0735669120_wor.pdf

Microsoft Word 2013 Videos and Tutorials

https://support.office.com/en-us/article/Word-2013-videos-and-tutorials-14807f76-d2b5-44d6-af11-9c880c44e551

The Benefits of Microsoft Word 2013

http://www.businessproductivity.com/the-benefits-of-microsoft-word-2013

PURCHASING TEXTBOOKS

Textbook can be purchased at the following links or other sites of your choosing:

http://www.cengagebrain.com/shop/isbn/9781305507210

http://www.chegg.com/textbooks/microsoft-word-2013-enhanced-1st-edition-9781305507210-1305507215

http://www.coursesmart.com/new-perspectives-on-microsoft-word-2013-comprehensive/zimmerman-zimmerman-shaffer-pinard/dp/9781305507852

You can also rent the textbook from these sites.

Grading

Take the numerical score from the formula above and use the chart below to determine the letter grade.

Policy Statements

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University Policies

Academic Honesty

Drops and Withdrawals

Please be aware that, should you choose to drop or withdraw from this course, the date on which you notify the university of your decision will determine the amount of tuition refund you receive. Please refer to the university policies on drops and withdrawals (published elsewhere) to find out what the deadlines are for dropping a course with a full refund and for withdrawing from a course with a partial refund.Special ServicesIf you have registered as a student with a documented disability and are entitled to classroom or testing accommodations, please inform the instructor at the beginning of the course of the accommodations you will require in this class so that these can be provided.

Disturbances

Students are expected to treat the instructor and other students with dignity and respect, especially in cases where a diversity of opinion arises. Students who engage in disruptive behavior are subject to disciplinary action, including removal from the course.

Student Assignments Retained

From time to time, student assignments or projects will be retained by the academic department for the purpose of academic assessment. In every case, should the assignment or project be shared outside the department, the student’s name and all identifying information about that student will be redacted from the assignment or project.

Standards

Click on the following link to view the ISTE/NET Standards and School of Business Goals for this course, https://worldclass.webster.edu/courses/12345/pages/syllabus-standards

Course Policies

Course Grading:

While all work is expected to be submitted by its due date, I will accept work that is less than 48 hours past the due date.  For each day past the due date, the assignment will be marked down by 10%.  No assignments will be accepted 48 hours past the due date, unless previously discussed with me.  If you are unable to participate or meet assignment deadlines due to illness, please contact me.  Discussions, assignments and quizzes will be locked after the due date and can only be accessed if I grant permission for you to submit work late.  

Course Discussions:

For group discussions, you are encouraged to participate as soon as possible, as this will provide more time for your classmates to react and respond to your posts.  If everyone waits until the final day of the discussion to make a contribution, the discussions will be much less valuable to you and your classmates.  Your initial response to weekly discussions should be posted by no later than Wednesday of each week and your responses to your classmates should be posted by Sunday of each week.  There are no rubrics for discussions, however; I expect your initial posts and responses to be substantive, answering all questions as required and a minimum of 200 words.  If your initial discussions are not posted by Wednesday of each week and does not meet the minimum 200 word requirement, your grade will be reduced by 10%.  Please contact me should any unforeseen circumstances arise and you know you won't be able to meet your weekly deadline.

Note of Disclaimer***This syllabus is subject to change at the discretion of the Instructor***

Course Activities

Throughout the course, students will be assessed by their participation in the following schedule of required readings, discussions, quizzes, and assignments:

Readings with Tasks to Perform

Each week you will have an assigned chapter to read.  As you read through the chapters you will have to perform specific tasks, about new concepts learned in the chapters, that will guide you into developing a practice project.  This will give you hands-on experience that will be needed to complete your end of chapter assignment that you will submit each week.

Discussions

Discussions are an integral component of this course. They provide both you and I an opportunity to interact with each other and also learn a few things from your colleagues along the way. Many of the discussions in the coming eight weeks will focus on concepts you learn from the chapters each week.

Quizzes

Quizzes are a way to test your knowledge of the concepts you will learn each week from the chapters.  Each quiz will be on the prior week's concepts that you learn.  The first quiz will be during Week 2, which will cover Week 1's concepts.

Assignments

The assignments will take different elements of the concepts you learned from the chapters each week in order for you to complete weekly projects.  You will record 3 to 5 minutes of you working on your assignments each week and submit the video recordings with your completed assignments. This will allow me to see how you went about performing some of the required tasks to complete the assignments each week.  You will share your completed assignments with your classmates each week in a weekly discussion post (you will not have to submit the video recordings) .  This will allow  you to have open discussions about what you learned while completing the assignments, as well as, present an opportunity for you and your classmates to share concepts, tips and tricks you may have learned while completing the assignments.

Week 1 Schedule

Mon Jan 11, 2016

Creating, Formatting, and Editing a Word Document with a Picture

• Instructor Introduction - response due by Fri.

• All About You Introductions - initial post due Wed., response to classmates due Fri.

• Readings – Ch. 1

• (2) Discussions:

• Concepts learned in Chapter 1 – initial response due Wed., response to classmates by Sun.

• Completed Project - Assignment 1 - response due by Sun.

• (1) Assignment - due by 11:59pm Sun. Jan. 17, 2016

• Assignment 1 – Modifying Text and Formatting a Document

Week 2 Schedule

Mon Jan 18, 2016

Creating a Business Letter with a Letterhead and Table

• Readings – Ch. 3

• Discussion: Concepts learned in Chapter 3 – initial response due Wed.

• Quiz 1 (over week 1 content) – due by 11:59pm Sun. Jan. 24, 2016

• (2) Assignments – due by 11:59pm Sun. Jan. 24, 2016

• Assignment 1 – Working with Tabs and a Table

• Assignment 2 – Formatting a Business Letter

Week 3 Schedule

Mon Jan 25, 2016

Creating a Document with a Title Page, Lists, Tables, and a Watermark

• Readings – Ch. 4

• Discussion: Concepts learned in Chapter 4 – initial response due Wed.

• Quiz 2 (over week 2 content) – due by 11:59pm Sun. Jan. 31, 2016

• (2) Assignments– due by 11:59pm Sun Jan. 31, 2016

• Assignment 1 – Working with a Table

• Assignment 2 – Formatting a Title Page

Week 4 Schedule

Mon Feb 1, 2016

Using a Template to Create a Resume and Sharing a Finished Document

• Readings – Ch. 5

• Discussion: Concepts learned in Chapter 5 – initial response due Wed.

• Quiz 3 (over week 3 content) – due by 11:59pm Sun. Feb. 7, 2016

• (2) Assignments – due by 11:59pm Sun. Feb. 7, 2016

• Assignment 1 – Saving a Word Document to a Variety of Formats

• Assignment 2 – Formatting a Resume Created from a Template

Week 5 Schedule

Mon Feb 8, 2016

Creating a Newsletter with a Pull-Quote and Graphics

• Readings – Ch. 7

• Discussion: Concepts learned in Chapter 7 – initial response due Wed.

• Quiz 4 (over week 4 content) – due by 11:59pm Sun. Feb. 14, 2016

• (2) Project-based Assignments – due by 11:59pm Sun. Feb. 14, 2016

• Assignment 1 – Working with Desktop Publishing Elements of a Newsletter

• Assignment 2 – Formatting a Newsletter

Week 6 Schedule

Mon Feb 15, 2016

Using Document Collaboration, Integration and Charting Tools

• Readings – Ch. 8

• Discussion: Concepts learned in Chapter 8 – initial response due Wed.

• Quiz 5 (over week 5 content) – due by 11:59pm Sun. Feb. 21, 2016

• (2) Assignments – due by 11:59pm Sun. Feb. 21, 2016

• Assignment 1 – Working with Comments and Tracked Changes

• Assignment 2 – Editing and Formatting a Quick Table and a Chart

Week 7 Schedule

Mon Feb 22, 2016

Creating a Template for an Online Form

• Readings – Ch. 10

• Discussion: Concepts learned in Chapter 10 – initial response due Wed.

• Quiz 6 (over week 6 content) – due by 11:59pm Sun. Feb. 28, 2016

• (2) Assignments – due by 11:59pm Sun. Feb. 28, 2016

• Assignment 1 – Filling in an Online Form

• Assignment 2 – Formatting an Online Form

Week 8 Schedule

Mon Feb 29, 2016

Enhancing an Online Form and Using Macros

• Readings – Ch. 11

• Discussion: Concepts learned in Chapter 11 – initial response due Wed.

• Quiz 7 (over week 6 content) due by 11:59pm Sun. Mar. 6, 2016

• (2) Assignments – due by 11:59pm Sun. Mar. 6, 2016

• Assignment 1 – Working with Graphics, Shapes, and Fields

• Assignment 2 – Formatting an Online Form