Technology

Technology Education Objective
Learn to use technology tools constructively and responsibly, for the benefit of the student and the school. 

TECHNOLOGY COURSES

Keyboarding
Keyboarding is a foundational course for subsequent Computer Application courses.  Students will learn the proper way to type on a computer keyboard, fully using their hands, posture, mental concentration, and work environment for accurate and efficient results.  Students who successfully complete the course will attain the keyboarding skills advantageous for future success in academic and work life.

Computer Applications I
Students who successfully complete the Computer Applications I course will become proficient in basic computer applications commonly used in academic and workplace settings today for personal and team productivity.  Students will learn current Google applications for communication, word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, contact management, calendar management, task organization, document management, desktop publishing, and team collaboration.  Students will learn the essentials of information security, safety, and personal responsibility in using computer applications.  Students will learn the basics of internet searching, citing, and discernment. 

• History of computer applications
• Purpose of computer applications
• Security (My Account)
• Understanding cloud computing (Google Chrome)
• Communication Applications (Gmail, Google Forms, Google Slides)
• Organization Applications (Google Drive, Google Keep, Google Contacts, Google Calendar)
• Document Applications (Google Docs)
• Financial and numeric Applications (Google Sheets)
• Collaboration Applications (Google Classroom)

Computer Applications II
Students who successfully complete the Computer Applications II course will become proficient in intermediate computer applications commonly used in academic and workplace settings today for personal productivity, team productivity, and organizational work.  Students will learn current Microsoft Office 365 applications for communication, word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, contact management, calendar management, task organization, document management, desktop publishing, and team collaboration.  Students will learn website development, creation and maintenance.  

• History of computer applications 
• Purpose of computer applications
• Operating System (Windows)
• Security (Avast, Microsoft Office 365)
• Cloud computing (Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge)
• Communication Applications (Outlook, PowerPoint, Forms)
• Organization Applications (OneDrive, OneNote, Outlook)
• Document Applications (Word, Publisher)
• Financial and numeric Applications (Excel)
• Online Meetings (Skype)
• Website Creation and Maintenance (WIX, SquareSpace, or eCatholic)
• Careers in Information Technology (LearningBlade.com)