Oxford High School

Courses in Economics and Business

#   Advanced Information Systems (10-12)       Semester          0.5 Credit

Computer applications are an integral part of everyday life.  The most common of these – spreadsheet, presentation software, and word processing – are presented through business-oriented, problem-solving activities.  Microsoft Office will be used in a computer laboratory to provide experiences common to many environments – on-the job, in school, and at home.

1. Enduring Understandings (broad ideas, usually grounded in the discipline):

• Understand and apply technology in the workplace.
• Develop an appreciation for the role of business in a global society.
• Understand the legal and ethical aspects of business.
• Understand the responsibility of each worker in the business and finance enterprise.
• Utilize traits associated with a positive work ethic.
• Work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Explore career opportunities.
• Develop an appreciation for lifelong learning and further education.
• Understand and apply economic and personal finance concepts.
• Demonstrate a mastery of basic skills in communication, computation, critical thinking and decision-making.
• Transfer and adapt skills learning to different work and life situations.

2. Course Specific Goals (aligned with Content Standards):

• Utilize spreadsheet/database/desktop publishing/presentation software to design, create, manipulate, store, retrieve, update, and other functions in order to produce a variety of publications.

• Develop the ability to analyze, synthesize and evaluate situations at home, school, or work and apply technology in solving problems and completing tasks efficiently and effectively.

• Utilize appropriate technology in all programs of study.

• Express thoughts and ideas through formal writing.

• Utilize research tools and techniques to assess, evaluate and synthesize information in order to answer questions, solve problems, and/or defend positions.

• Demonstrate the ability to identify and analyze problems and support conclusions using appropriate methods and technology.

• Utilize technology to research and communicate effectively.

• Demonstrate the ability to express themselves creatively.
   

3. Expected Performances (aligned with state Expected Performances)

• Assess the impact of information technology on society

• Utilize advanced input technologies appropriately to enter and manipulate text, graphics, and numerical values.

• Gather, evaluate, use, and correctly cite date from information technology sources.

• Adhere to legal and ethical issues that apply to safety and security, including laws pertaining to computer crime and abuse.

• Create, maintain, query, and design reports using database management software.
   

Advanced Information Systems: Scope and Sequence Calendar