Practical Computer Applications

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1 Black Horse Pike Regional School District 580 Erial Road, Blackwood, NJ Practical Computer Applications COURSE OF STUDY Business Department Written by: Joan Huntowski, Sue McCartney, Patrick Murray, and Richard McManus Date: May 2012 Supervisor: Glenn Smith Approved by: Dr. Brian Repici, Director of Curriculum & Instruction

2 BLACK HORSE PIKE REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Highland Timber Creek Triton Business Department PRACTICAL COMPUTER APPLICATIONS SYLLABI Sept. Orientation A. Safety procedures B. Care of equipment C. Class procedures/school procedures D. Orientation of basic computer parts Sept./ Oct. Word Processing (8.1.8.A.1; W , W ) A. Word processing terminology B. Create, save/retrieve, print a simple document C. Basic document formatting D. Proofreading and proofreaders marks E. Word functions F. Tab alignment G. Personal Business Letters H. MLA style report--formatting I. Tables Nov. Desktop Publishing (8.1.8.A.1; A.2; W , W ) A. Letterheads, flyers, and advertisements B. Fonts (serif and sans serif) C. Drawing toolbar D. Newsletters with multi-columns Dec. Spreadsheet (8.1.8.A.4; A.1) A. Spreadsheet terminology B. Create, save/retrieve, print a spreadsheet C. Basic spreadsheet formatting D. Basic spreadsheet editing E. Mathematical functions F. Charts pie, line, bar, column Jan. Presentation (8.1.8.A.3; SL , SL ) A. Presentation terminology B. Create, save, edit, retrieve and print presentations C. Insert clipart, tables, charts D. Transitions and animations Jan. Integration (8.1.8.A.3, A.1, A.1; W , W ) A. Copy and paste B. Linking

3 CORE SKILLS Be able to create, revise, print, manipulate, and store word processing documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and desktop publishing applications. Be provided with the knowledge of computers and their usage for both business and personal use using word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and basic desktop publishing applications. Apply critical thinking skills to complete various computer applications and integrate software applications. Demonstrate the ability to research, analyze and synthesize information independently or in groups to solve problems. COURSE DESCRIPTION Practical Computer Applications Periods 5 -- ½ Year Credits 2.5 Grade 9-12 Practical Computer Applications is a course that integrates the necessary skills for successful entry into the world of information processing. Students will use the touch keyboarding method while learning word processing, desktop publishing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. Students will be able to create, revise, manipulate and print various projects utilizing correct formatting and grammar. Students will be able to integrate these software applications. METHODS OF EVALUATION Daily Classwork Assignments 60% Tests (Theory and Application) 40%

4 Black Horse Pike Regional School District Curriculum Template ENGAGING STUDENTS FOSTERING ACHIEVEMENT CULTIVATING 21 ST CENTURY GLOBAL SKILLS PART I: UNIT RATIONALE WHY ARE STUDENTS LEARNING THIS CONTENT AND THESE SKILLS? Course/Unit Title: Practical Computer Applications Word Processing/Word Grade Level(s): 9 12 New 8/2011 Unit Summary: This unit is designed for students to become proficient in using word processing software. Students will create, edit, and format various documents that will be needed for personal and professional use. They will integrate word processing skills to create personal business letters, MLA reports, tables, tab alignments and desktop publications. Essential Question(s): What features are used in word processing to edit and format a document? How are documents generated and enhanced using word processing to solve a problem? What is the purpose of a personal business letter? How are the use of proofreading symbols beneficial? How does the use of a standard setup of a personal business letter increase productivity? How can the use of word processing features increase productivity? How can bullets and numbers enhance the appearance of a document? What is the purpose of the tab feature? How can the use of tables be beneficial for text and graphic placement? When would it be Enduring Understanding(s): Effective use of word processing to solve problems in personal and business situations. Adapt skills for various types of word processing software. Plan, organize, and arrange a valuable business document. Increase productivity in completing word processing tasks. Compose, revise and edit personal and business documents.

5 beneficial to use a table to present information? What are the advantages of using the MLA report style? What desktop publishing features in Word can be used to create quality publications?

6 PART II: INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES AND RESOURCES DESCRIBE THE LEARNING TARGETS. After each target, identify the NJCCCS or Common Core Standards that are applicable Learning Target 1. Create, save, retrieve, edit and format a document. 2. Compose and apply proper formatting to a personal business letter and envelope. 3. Organize information using a table or tab alignments. 4. Assemble and format MLA style reports with internal citations, long quotations, and works cited page. 5. Plan, design and create various types of publications using desktop publishing features in a word processing program. 6. Identify, interpret and utilize proofreaders marks. NJCCCS or CCS A.1; W , W A.1; W , W A.1; W , W A.1; W , W A.1, A.2; W , W A.1 Inter Disciplinary Connections: English (composition of personal business letters, ML A Reports, Autobiography, Journal, Biography, Editorial, and Editing Skills) Art (desktop publishing) History (MLA Reports) Journalism (newsletters) Students will engage with the following text: Hoggartt, Jack P. Ed.D and Jon A. Shank, Ed.D. Computer Applications and Keyboarding, 8 th Edition. South Western Publishing, Hicks, Kathleen and Joy Tavano. Word It! Warwick: Business Education Publishing, Olson Brown, Rebecca. Publish It! Warwick: Business Education Publishing, 2007.

7 Nielsen, Joyce and Catherine Skintik. Learning Microsoft Office Pearson Education, Students will write: Autobiography Biography Daily journal Current Event summary or editorial.

8 PART III: TRANSFER OF KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS DESCRIBE THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE. How will students uncover content and build skills. Class Activities: Teacher Generated Handouts/Assignments o Word Basics Word Screen Questions Word Basics Alignment Horizontal and Vertical Centering All Alignments Annual Slow Pitch, The West Chester Dinner Theater o Proofreading Handout #1 Handout #2 o Personal Business Letters Sample Letter Personal Business Letters Word Search Letter Parts o Tabs Left tabs East Central University Right tab Horoscopes Center tab King County Tab with Leaders Value Added Seminars o Tables Directions for textbook exercises Pages 93 and 94 Directions for textbook exercises Pages Directions for textbook exercises Page 105 o MLA Reports Standard Format for an MLA Style Research Report Formats and Productivity Effective Study o Newsletter and Desktop Publishing Drawing Toolbar Assignment WordArt Assignment Create a Flyer with Border and Shading Using Textboxes Invest Wisely Flyer Navigating Information Highway Newsletter The Panther Times Textbook Exercises Computer Applications and Keyboarding Textbook o Word Basics Page 80, Activity 5 Page 246, Activity 3 o Personal Business Letters Page 81, #2

9 Page 82, #1 Page 83, #2 Page 84, #1 Page 85, #2 Page 102, #3 o Tables Page 90, Activities 3 and 4 Page 93 & 94, #1 3 Page 97, #2 Page 98, #2 Page 105, #1 3 Word It! Textbook o Word Basics Page 13, Activity #7 Prison Break Page 67, Activity #29 Mailing Labels Page 69, Activity #30 Things To Do List Page 71, Activity #31 Recipe Smart Board Demonstration Teacher Guided Direct Instruction Retrieve Information from Shared Folders

10 PART IV: EVIDENCE OF LEARNING IDENTIFY THE METHODS BY WHICH STUDENTS WILL DEMONSTRATE THEIR UNDERSTANDING OF CONTENT AND THEIR ABILITY TO APPLY SKILLS. IDENTIFY BLOOM S LEVELS. Formative Assessments: Classwork Assignments, quizzes/tests, participation, and projects. *these assessments will mostly utilize: creating, organizing, formatting, and revising. Accommodations/Modifications: Extra time for tests & quizzes Use of visual aids, such as whiteboard, overhead, Smartboard Provide an overview of the content at the beginning of the lesson Introduce new vocabulary before the lesson Provide help for note taking, such as giving students a copy of overheads, an outline of the lecture, or a diagram Complete tasks to show students what they are to do Break long assignments into parts. Set a separate due date for each part Read directions aloud / Reread or explain the directions of the test if the student needs it Underline or highlight important words in the directions or test items Group questions so that similar kinds of items are together Block matching questions into small groups of four or five items Provide a list of words as answers for fill in the blank questions Eliminate one of the choices in multiple choice items Allow additional time for classwork and tests. Give the test to the student alone or in a small group. Let the student take the test in another room where there are no distractions. Give students work that can be completed in short periods of time. Reinforce positive behaviors for following class rules. Provide activities for students during free time. Preferential seating near area of instruction Summative Assessments: Projects and tests. (See Appendix Word Folder) *these assessments will mostly utilize: creating, organizing, formatting, and revising. Accommodations/Modifications: Extra time for tests & quizzes Use of visual aids, such as whiteboard, overhead, Smartboard

11 Provide an overview of the content at the beginning of the lesson Introduce new vocabulary before the lesson Provide help for note taking, such as giving students a copy of overheads, an outline of the lecture, or a diagram Complete sample problems or tasks to show students what they are to do Break long assignments into parts. Set a separate due date for each part; Read directions aloud / Reread or explain the directions of the test if the student needs it Underline or highlight important words in the directions or test items Group questions so that similar kinds of items are together Block matching questions into small groups of four or five items Provide a list of words as answers for fill in the blank questions Eliminate one of the choices in multiple choice items Allow additional time for classwork and tests. Give the test to the student alone or in a small group. Let the student take the test in another room where there are no distractions. Give students work that can be completed in short periods of time. Reinforce positive behaviors for following class rules. Provide activities for students during free time. Preferential seating near area of instruction Performance Assessments: Electronic portfolio and projects. *these assessments will mostly utilize: creating, organizing, formatting, and revising. Accommodations/Modifications: Extra time for tests & quizzes Use of visual aids, such as whiteboard, overhead, Smartboard Provide an overview of the content at the beginning of the lesson Introduce new vocabulary before the lesson Provide help for note taking, such as giving students a copy of overheads, an outline of the lecture, or a diagram Complete sample problems or tasks to show students what they are to do Break long assignments into parts. Set a separate due date for each part; Read directions aloud / Reread or explain the directions of the test if the student needs it Underline or highlight important words in the directions or test items Group questions so that similar kinds of items are together Block matching questions into small groups of four or five items Provide a list of words as answers for fill in the blank questions Eliminate one of the choices in multiple choice items Allow additional time for classwork and tests. Give the test to the student alone or in a small group. Let the student take the test in another room where there are no distractions. Give students work that can be completed in short periods of time. Reinforce positive behaviors for following class rules.

12 Provide activities for students during free time. Preferential seating near area of instruction

13 Black Horse Pike Regional School District Curriculum Template ENGAGING STUDENTS FOSTERING ACHIEVEMENT CULTIVATING 21 ST CENTURY GLOBAL SKILLS PART I: UNIT RATIONALE WHY ARE STUDENTS LEARNING THIS CONTENT AND THESE SKILLS? Course/Unit Title: Practical Computer Applications Spreadsheets/Excel Grade Level(s): 9 12 Essential Question(s): How can Excel spreadsheets help you manage information? What are the benefits of using an Excel sheet vs. a Word document? How can I develop a basic spreadsheet for personal finance or business uses? How can the use of formulas increase productivity? What functions are commonly used in Excel? What professions business and otherwise benefit from using Excel? How do you determine what type of chart to use for various types of information? How can charts and graphs be used to efficiently display data for school or business use? New 8/2011 Unit Summary: This unit is designed for students to become proficient at developing and manipulating spreadsheets. Students will be able to create, edit and format various spreadsheets. Students will also have the ability to enter formulas, insert charts, clipart, and other items as needed. Spreadsheets serve many personal/professional purposes and can be formatted depending on the need. Enduring Understanding(s): The ability to plan, organize, and create a spreadsheet. Arrange and format text and numbers in a spreadsheet. Assess spreadsheet data to determine best formula to calculate desired information. Collect data and sort/filter to display appropriately. Increase productivity by using features such as Auto Fill & various functions. Create various types of graphs and charts to illustrate information contained in a spreadsheet.

14 PART II: INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES AND RESOURCES DESCRIBE THE LEARNING TARGETS. After each target, identify the NJCCCS or Common Core Standards that are applicable Learning Target 1. Demonstrate creating, saving, retrieving, and printing a spreadsheet. NJCCCS or CCS A.4 2. Create a spreadsheet that can be used for various tasks in personal and professional situations; for example, budgeting, inventory or finance. 3. Create various charts and graphs to better illustrate information contained in a spreadsheet A A A.4 4. Create basic mathematical formulas in a spreadsheet A.1 5. Create mathematical formulas in a spreadsheet using functions for sum, average, minimum, maximum and count. Inter Disciplinary Connections: Math (integration of basic formulas autosum, average, minimum, maximum, count to find results) Science (formulas and charts to illustrate data results) Art (format pictures within a worksheet) English (Enter information onto spreadsheets using proper grammar, spelling and punctuation. ) Students will engage with the following text: Hoggartt, Jack P. Ed.D and Jon A. Shank, Ed.D. Computer Applications and Keyboarding, 8 th Edition. South Western Publishing, Salem, David and Joy Tavano. Excel It! Warwick: Business Education Publishing, Nielsen, Joyce and Catherine Skintik. Learning Microsoft Office Pearson Education, 2008.

15 Students will write: Warm up activities Personal inventory and budgets over multiple days. Identify information to be contained in various spreadsheets, also for the development of charts/graphs. Identify Careers. Identify benefits of using spreadsheets for personal and professional use.

16 PART III: TRANSFER OF KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS DESCRIBE THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE. How will students uncover content and build skills. Activities: Textbook Exercises Computer Applications and Keyboarding Textbook o Page 279, 87F, Worksheets 1 and 2 o Page 281, 88F, Worksheet 1 o Page 282, 88F, Worksheet 3 o Page 284, 89F, Worksheets 1, 2, 3 Excel It! Textbook o Page 96, Activity 45 American Idol o Page 99, Activity 46 itunes o Page 102, Activity 47 X Games o Page 105, Activity 48 MTV Teacher generated Handouts/Assignments o Excel Formulas Excel Screen 2010 Creating a Spreadsheet (4 problems) Using Functions #1 (3 problems) Using Functions #2 (3 problems) Weekly Payroll o Excel Charts Create a Column Chart Create a Pie Chart Create a Line Chart Smart Board Demonstration Teacher Guided Instruction Retrieval of info from Shared Drives

17 PART IV: EVIDENCE OF LEARNING IDENTIFY THE METHODS BY WHICH STUDENTS WILL DEMONSTRATE THEIR UNDERSTANDING OF CONTENT AND THEIR ABILITY TO APPLY SKILLS. IDENTIFY BLOOM S LEVELS. Formative Assessments: Class work Assignments, quizzes / test, participation and projects. *these assessments will mostly utilize: entering, manipulating and processing mathematical data. Accommodations/Modifications: Extra time for tests & quizzes Color code/highlight key words in Excel to help with formulas Repeat & clarify directions. Use of visual aids, such as whiteboard, overhead, Smartboard Provide an overview of the content at the beginning of the lesson Introduce new vocabulary before the lesson Provide help for note taking, such as giving students a copy of overheads, an outline of the lecture, or a diagram Complete sample problems or tasks to show students what they are to do Break long assignments into parts. Set a separate due date for each part; Read directions aloud / Reread or explain the directions of the test if the student needs it Underline or highlight important words in the directions or test items Group questions so that similar kinds of items are together Block matching questions into small groups of four or five items Provide a list of words as answers for fill in the blank questions Eliminate one of the choices in multiple choice items Allow additional time for classwork and tests. Give the test to the student alone or in a small group. Let the student take the test in another room where there are no distractions. Give students work that can be completed in short periods of time. Reinforce positive behaviors for following class rules. Provide activities for students during free time. Preferential seating near area of instruction Summative Assessments: Projects, tests and class project. (See Appendix Excel Folder) *these assessments will mostly utilize: entering, manipulating and processing mathematical data Accommodations/Modifications:

18 Extra time for tests & quizzes Color code/highlight key words in Excel to help with formulas Repeat & clarify directions. Use of visual aids, such as whiteboard, overhead, Smartboard Provide an overview of the content at the beginning of the lesson Introduce new vocabulary before the lesson Provide help for note taking, such as giving students a copy of overheads, an outline of the lecture, or a diagram Complete sample problems or tasks to show students what they are to do Break long assignments into parts. Set a separate due date for each part; Read directions aloud / Reread or explain the directions of the test if the student needs it Underline or highlight important words in the directions or test items Group questions so that similar kinds of items are together Block matching questions into small groups of four or five items Provide a list of words as answers for fill in the blank questions Eliminate one of the choices in multiple choice items Allow additional time for classwork and tests. Give the test to the student alone or in a small group. Let the student take the test in another room where there are no distractions. Give students work that can be completed in short periods of time. Reinforce positive behaviors for following class rules. Provide activities for students during free time. Preferential seating near area of instruction Performance Assessments: Electronic portfolio, tests and projects. *these assessments will mostly utilize: entering, manipulating and processing mathematical data Accommodations/Modifications: Extra time for tests & quizzes Color code/highlight key words in Excel to help with formulas Repeat & clarify directions. Use of visual aids, such as whiteboard, overhead, Smartboard Provide an overview of the content at the beginning of the lesson Introduce new vocabulary before the lesson Provide help for note taking, such as giving students a copy of overheads, an outline of the lecture, or a diagram Complete sample problems or tasks to show students what they are to do Break long assignments into parts. Set a separate due date for each part; Read directions aloud / Reread or explain the directions of the test if the student needs it Underline or highlight important words in the directions or test items Group questions so that similar kinds of items are together

19 Block matching questions into small groups of four or five items Provide a list of words as answers for fill in the blank questions Eliminate one of the choices in multiple choice items Allow additional time for classwork and tests. Give the test to the student alone or in a small group. Let the student take the test in another room where there are no distractions. Give students work that can be completed in short periods of time. Reinforce positive behaviors for following class rules. Provide activities for students during free time. Preferential seating near area of instruction

20 Black Horse Pike Regional School District Curriculum Template ENGAGING STUDENTS FOSTERING ACHIEVEMENT CULTIVATING 21 ST CENTURY GLOBAL SKILLS PART I: UNIT RATIONALE WHY ARE STUDENTS LEARNING THIS CONTENT AND THESE SKILLS? Course/Unit Title: Practical Computer Applications Presentations/PowerPoint Grade Level(s): 9 12 Unit Summary: This unit is designed for students to become proficient in using presentation software. Students will research and develop a presentation on a topic. Students will create, edit, and format various presentations that will be needed for personal and professional use. Students will be able to present information in various formats; for example, using tables and charts. Students will be able to integrate programs of Microsoft office. New 8/2011 Essential Question(s): What are the characteristics of a good presentation? How does text, color, and slide background improve the appearance of a presentation? How does the use of graphics, charts, and tables improve the effectiveness of a presentation? When should animations and transitions be used? How can hyperlinks and printing of a slideshow aid the presenter? How can integrating word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software improve productivity in your work? Enduring Understanding(s): Effective use of presentation software to present information in personal and business situations. Research information to plan, organize, and arrange a professional presentation. Compose, revise and edit presentations. Develop a dynamic presentation that engages the audience. Integrate word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software to produce a document for personal and professional use.

21 PART II: INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES AND RESOURCES DESCRIBE THE LEARNING TARGETS. After each target, identify the NJCCCS or Common Core Standards that are applicable Learning Target 1. Identify the purpose, uses and benefits of presentation software. 2. Insert tables, charts, and clipart to presentations. 3. Create, save, edit, retrieve, and print presentations. NJCCCS or CCS A.3; SL , SL A.3; SL , SL Apply transitions, animations, and designs to presentations. 5. Link and embed data between software programs A.3; SL , SL A.3; SL , SL A.3, A.1, A.1; W , W Inter Disciplinary Connections: Art (design including clipart, photo, video, background layout) English (composition and presentation of slides) Math (charts and graphs) Students will engage with the following text: Hoggartt, Jack P. Ed.D and Jon A. Shank, Ed.D. Computer Applications and Keyboarding, 8 th Edition. South Western Publishing, Hicks, Kathleen and Tommie Lee Greer Morrison. Present It! Warwick: Business Education Publishing, Nielsen, Joyce and Catherine Skintik. Learning Microsoft Office Pearson Education, Students will write:

22 Warm up Activity: Identify the purpose, uses, and benefits of presentation software. Features that enhance a presentation. Identify the benefits for personal and professional use.

23 PART III: TRANSFER OF KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS DESCRIBE THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE. How will students uncover content and build skills. Activities: Teacher Generated Handouts/Assignments o PowerPoint Screen 2010 o Presentation Tips o PowerPoint Basics Give Yourself Some Credit o Custom Animation and Motion Paths Preparing for Snowboarding Season o Grouping and Ungrouping Dino mite Dash o Reviewing all Features Philadelphia Flyers o Hyperlinks Are You Smarter than a Fifth Grader? Textbook Exercises Computer Applications and Keyboarding Textbook o Page , Lessons 1 6 Present It! Textbook o Page 2,Project 1 How to Wash a Car o Page 5, Project 2 The Meaning of Colors o Page 23, Project 6 Planning Your Dream Vacation o Page 53, Project 12 My Favorite Sports Team Smart Board Demonstration Teacher Guided Direct Instruction Retrieve Information from Shared Folders

24 PART IV: EVIDENCE OF LEARNING IDENTIFY THE METHODS BY WHICH STUDENTS WILL DEMONSTRATE THEIR UNDERSTANDING OF CONTENT AND THEIR ABILITY TO APPLY SKILLS. IDENTIFY BLOOM S LEVELS. Formative Assessments: Classwork assignments and project (favorite band, sport team and/or country to visit). Students will pick one of the topics listed above and create a PowerPoint to include all of the elements listed on the rubric. *these assessments will mostly utilize: researching, designing, formatting, enhancing, and presenting. Accommodations/Modifications: Extra time for tests & quizzes Repeat & clarify directions. Use of visual aids, such as whiteboard, overhead, Smartboard Provide an overview of the content at the beginning of the lesson Introduce new vocabulary before the lesson Provide help for note taking, such as giving students a copy of overheads, an outline of the lecture, or a diagram Complete sample problems or tasks to show students what they are to do Break long assignments into parts. Set a separate due date for each part; Read directions aloud / Reread or explain the directions of the test if the student needs it Underline or highlight important words in the directions or test items Group questions so that similar kinds of items are together Block matching questions into small groups of four or five items Provide a list of words as answers for fill in the blank questions Eliminate one of the choices in multiple choice items Allow additional time for classwork and tests. Give the test to the student alone or in a small group. Let the student take the test in another room where there are no distractions. Give students work that can be completed in short periods of time. Reinforce positive behaviors for following class rules. Provide activities for students during free time. Preferential seating near area of instruction Summative Assessments: Students will create a PowerPoint Project using a teacher suggested topic or their own to create a PowerPoint to include all of the elements listed on the rubric.. (See Appendix PowerPoint Folder)

25 *these assessments will mostly utilize: researching, designing, formatting, enhancing, and presenting. Accommodations/Modifications: Extra time for tests & quizzes Repeat & clarify directions. Use of visual aids, such as whiteboard, overhead, Smartboard Provide an overview of the content at the beginning of the lesson Introduce new vocabulary before the lesson Provide help for note taking, such as giving students a copy of overheads, an outline of the lecture, or a diagram Complete sample problems or tasks to show students what they are to do Break long assignments into parts. Set a separate due date for each part; Read directions aloud / Reread or explain the directions of the test if the student needs it Underline or highlight important words in the directions or test items Group questions so that similar kinds of items are together Block matching questions into small groups of four or five items Provide a list of words as answers for fill in the blank questions Eliminate one of the choices in multiple choice items Allow additional time for classwork and tests. Give the test to the student alone or in a small group. Let the student take the test in another room where there are no distractions. Give students work that can be completed in short periods of time. Reinforce positive behaviors for following class rules. Provide activities for students during free time. Preferential seating near area of instruction Performance Assessments: Electronic portfolio and projects. *these assessments will mostly utilize: researching, designing, formatting, enhancing, and presenting. Accommodations/Modifications: Extra time for tests & quizzes Repeat & clarify directions. Use of visual aids, such as whiteboard, overhead, Smartboard Provide an overview of the content at the beginning of the lesson Introduce new vocabulary before the lesson Provide help for note taking, such as giving students a copy of overheads, an outline of the lecture, or a diagram Complete sample problems or tasks to show students what they are to do Break long assignments into parts. Set a separate due date for each part; Read directions aloud / Reread or explain the directions of the test if the student needs it

26 Underline or highlight important words in the directions or test items Group questions so that similar kinds of items are together Block matching questions into small groups of four or five items Provide a list of words as answers for fill in the blank questions Eliminate one of the choices in multiple choice items Allow additional time for classwork and tests. Give the test to the student alone or in a small group. Let the student take the test in another room where there are no distractions. Give students work that can be completed in short periods of time. Reinforce positive behaviors for following class rules. Provide activities for students during free time. Preferential seating near area of instruction