Technology 6,7,8

Technology 6,7, 8                                                                                                             2012-2013

Teacher: Mr. Bucci Email: fbucci@peekskillcsd.org  Phone: 914-737-4542     Room 321

Course Description: Technology 6,7,8 are courses encompassing a variety of high-end computer technologies including graphic design (Paint.Net), video editing/production (Movie Maker / EzVid) 3D Graphic Design (Sweet Home 3D) and web design (using a variety of tools).  Also performed in this course wil be several STEM (Science, Technology, Engineerining & Math) units. The course is designed to introduce a variety of tools and techniques which students can use to enter or prepare for a career, or to introduce them to a field study they can pursue in college or trade school.

 Class Website:   The class website grade 6 (http://mrbucci6.blogspot.com) grade 7 (http://mrbucci7.blogspot.com) grade 8 (http://mrbucci8.blogspot.com)will include supplemental materials, tutorials, video clips, useful links, resources, assignments, extra credit opportunities, etc…

 Classroom Expectations:

1.        Respect Individuals: Disruptive behavior, profanity, or degrading comments will NOT be tolerated.  I make respect the number one priority in my classroom.  Respect yourself, each other, and the teacher.

2.      Respect all property: Treat the equipment, the furniture, the classroom, other people’s computer files, and each other’s personal property with respect.  Do not remove or change things without permission.

3.      Be Prepared to use Learning Time: Bring necessary folders, pen/pencil, etc… daily!  Leave all unnecessary materials (phones, food, drinks, candy, iPods, etc..) elsewhere.

Methods For Evaluation Of Student Achievement

Basis for course grades may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1.        Attendance, punctuality, and staying on task

            2.       Class participation
            3.       Teacher evaluation of attention given to assignments
            4.       Periodic checking for neatness and completeness of       notes/handouts
            5.       Completion and promptness of assignments due

 Grading Policy

Remember: I don’t give grades, I just keep score.  If you are under 60%, I didn’t fail you – you failed yourself.  You earn grades in my class.  Please continuously monitor your grade in my class and notify me immediately if there if there are any discrepancies.  I will correct them immediately.

Things you will need to have (or be able to borrow) for this class:

·         A 2GB+ USB/Flash Drive (inexpensive and available at K-Mart, Wal-Mart, etc…) to copy software to install at home or to transfer work back and forth.

·         A folder for printed projects, handouts (like this one) notes, etc…

·         Headphones (if you like to utilize sound and/or music)

·         A digital still or video camera (we have some available for check out)

Some things you need to know about this class

·         This is a rigorous course with numerous assignments in each unit.  Assignments build upon skills learned in earlier projects.  Missing assignments (or classes) can cause you to fall behind, making it difficult to catch up or pass the course.

·         I take my courses very seriously and I expect students to use class time effectively.  Students who are repeatedly off-task, causing disruptions, are not completing assignments or breaking class rules will be removed from my class.

·         Do not bring food or drinks into my classroom or the computer lab.  The only equipment / facility damage we have experienced in two years was caused by spilled food and drinks.