In this course, students will learn computer technology skills and their application from a Gospel centered perspective. These skills include (1) efficient retrieval of information from Internet resources, (2) mastery of personal productivity and communication tools, and (3) content evaluation for quality and Gospel harmony. Skills will be developed using the Internet, Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Google Docs, operating system file management, and email. The primary methods of instruction will include research, in-depth functionality training, and tutorials. Students will be given opportunities to relate and apply their acquired skills in course assignments and projects. Students will make application of these skills throughout their life in continued education, work, and Church service.
Charmaine Anderson
Charmaine Anderson was raised on a dairy farm near Boise, Idaho. She learned at a very early age the value of hard work. She also has a great love for sports of all kinds. This led to her participation in intercollegiate sports and a major of physical education in college. Mrs. Anderson graduated from Boise State University in physical education and coaching, with English and biology as minors. Her first two teaching jobs involved those subjects. Charmaine returned to school to get a Master of Education degree through Utah State University in computer technology and physical education. The emphasis on teaching then changed to computer technology. She taught “Introduction to Computers” at both Utah Valley University and West Texas A&M; University in Canyon, Texas. While in Texas, her teaching experience included designing and implementing curriculum for distance learning and the regular classroom technology course. After returning to Utah in 2009, she became part of the exciting new distance learning classes at American Heritage School. She and her husband have six children and seven grandchildren.
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Hardware: PC Computer
Student must aquire
Software: Windows 7 operating system (or Vista), Microsoft Office 2007 or 2010, updated web browser, and an email address (preferably Gmail because we will use Google Docs and an account will be needed)
Student must aquire
Headset with microphone
Student must aquire
AHS teacher will consult with students approximately 20 minutes per week for 15 weeks. Teacher will also provide personal feedback (written or oral--e.g. MP3) on weekly assignments.