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    Welcome

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    Business & Computer Science (Grades 6-8)

    Dutchtown Middle School

    "Expecting Excellence Everyday"

     

    Instructor: Mrs. Gerlanna Dickey

    E-mail: gerlanna.dickey@henry.k12.ga.us

    Dutchtown Middle School Main Phone Number: (770) 515-7500

    COURSE DESCRIPTION

    Using project-based instruction, students are introduced to the principles of business in the 21st century while refreshing their keyboarding skills. This course should also help students to use computers effectively in their lives, thus providing a connection of computer science and business careers. The goal of this course is to provide all middle school students with an introduction to the principles of computer science, basic keyboarding skills, Internet safety and usage, and computer applications. Students will explore how personality traits and personal values align with career choices and will develop a career plan. Personal, professional, and ethical standards of behavior for the workplace will be examined and reinforced in the classroom.

    GRADING SCALE

    90 – 100% = A

    80 – 89% = B

    74 – 79% = C

    70 – 73% = D   

    Below 70% = F