Business
Communication: Resource Guide
Subject: Internet
Level: 9-12
Compiled by: Ray James
Created on:
Last updated on:
GENERAL
RESOURCES:
Site: Disability Resources Monthly (DRM) Guide to
Disability Resources on the Internet
URL: http://www.disabilityresources.org/
Description: This site is well organized and is used for the disabled
to find related material on the web. It is the "Encyclopedia Britannica
Internet Guide of the world!" This site is well-known in a book called: “Integrating Educational
Technology into Teaching,” published by Merrill Prentice Hall.
Site: National Association for
Gifted Children
URL: http://www.nagc.org/
Description: NAGC is a non-profit
organization of parents, teachers, educators, that unite community
leaders to support the needs of children and youth who have a demonstrated gift
and talent and want to continue developing their talent and educational
experiences.other professionals and community leaders who unite to address the
unique needs of children and youth with demonstrated gifts and talents as well
as those children who may be able to develop their talent potential with
appropriate educational experiences.
Site:
URL: http://www.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/chapter120/ch120b.html
Description: “a) General requirements. The recommended prerequisite for this course is Keyboarding, one-half credit or equivalent, as described in §120.26(a) of this title (relating to Keyboarding (One-Half to One Credit).” This site is recommended for the use of this guideline.
Computer Programs
Name of computer program:
How Email
Works
Publisher: HowStuffWorks
URL: http://computer.howstuffworks.com/email.htm
Description: An electronic e-mail program is like a word processor in that it is used to compose and edit text, but, unlike a word processor, an e-mail program can send that text as a message to another person's e-mail address. Most e-mail programs allow users to "attach" computer files to the main e-mail that they are sending.
Name of computer program:
How
Instant Messaging Works
Publisher: HowStuffWorks
URL: http://computer.howstuffworks.com/instant-messaging.htm
Description: An instant messenger program allows two people at two different computers to converse by typing in text that appears on both computers as it is being written. Follow this link for more information about how instant messaging works.
Name of computer program:
hbzChat
Publisher: Headbone Zone
URL: http://www.headbone.com/friends/chat/
Description: Chat Rooms are like instant messaging, but with more than two people where they can communicate. It is a Web-based chat room using an Internet browser. This chat room is above average in is similar to other chat rooms of interest.
Name of computer program:
How
Newsgroups Work
Publisher: HowStuffWorks
URL: http://computer.howstuffworks.com/newsgroup.htm
Description: Newsgroups are for those who have shared interest when they log on. Messages are usually saved to an email account where everyone who has signed up receives the message. This is a complete site with real good information.
Name of
computer program: Complete Keyboarding
Publisher: Sunburst
URL: http://www.edresources.com/productinfo.aspx?productid=33997&categoryid=0&startpage
Description: The program with Sunburst provides complete instruction on
Keyboarding Skills. The software comes with all letter and number keys, shift
and punctuation keys, internet symbols, speed and accuracy exercises, typing
tests and assessments, customary instructions, and complete reporting options.
Name of computer program:
Windows 98
Publisher: Microsoft
URL: http://www.microsoft.com/windows98/default.asp
Description: using the computer to research while in class. A brief
discussion of how to use Windows 98 comes with the instructor manual and is
open to student use. All research is possible on the Internet. Researches
engines help clarify work assignments. Topic discussions will be based on
Business Communication and software usage.
Internet Resources
Name of web page: Teachers.Net
Site: PowerPoint Guidelines & Rubric
URL: http://www.teachers.net/lessons/posts/2292.html
Description: Rubric for
Assessment of a PowerPoint Presentation. Rubrics are needed in PowerPoint to
cut down on format problems. This site is well prepared and authentic. It would
help anyone become more efficient.
Name of web page: Teachers.Net – Lesson
Plans
Site: Request a lesson
from the Teachers.Net Lesson Bank:
URL: https://teachers.net/lessons/request.html
Description: This site contains information on specific lesson plans
that are posted and used by teachers and makes an excellent resource. They are
specific in that you can go to the subject of your choice, as shown below:
Name of web page: Career Development Resources
Site: OSCAR 2
URL: http://www.cdr.state.tx.us/Students/OSCAR/index.html
Description: This site is for students and Co-Op teachers that show a
keen interest in finding work based on: knowledge, skills, and ability. OSCAR 2
was designed for
Name of web page: Get Me Out of Here!
Site: A WebQuest for School Students High
URL: http://www.teachtheteachers.org/projects/JGarnett/index.htm
Description: The web quest objective is for career development. It
consists of transition planning for high school students that includes: writing
a resume, a cover letter, planning for college and career, and participating in
an interview. I selected it because it enables students to work with Oscar II,
one of my other bookmarks. It also is one of my main discussions in my Business
Communication book. It also has friendly rubrics for a Web Quest.
Name of video: Occupational Career
Clusters
Publisher: Career Development
Resources with Texas
URL: http://www.cdr.state.tx.us/
Description: Career Cluster CD’S used with Oscar 2 to identify
potential jobs showing interests and aptitudes, etc; use with Windows 98 for
integration purposes. Career Clusters are needed to follow state guidelines on
teaching career connections.
UNIT TOPIC 1:
Business Communication
In The Wired World
Computer Programs
Name of computer program: Business Communication
Publisher: Prentice Hall, ISBN: 0-13-089708-6
URL: http://vig.prenhall.com/catalog/academic/product/0,4096,0130400211,00.html
Description: The topic discussion is on computers and the Internet and
how they are the backbone of network. The nature of office work has changed
dramatically so the material that is covered is about: written communication,
page layout software, LAN, A Brief Timeline of the Internet, web and business
communication, and proper use of fax, voicemail, and video conferencing. The
writing improvement assignment is for handling proper writing techniques. A
review discussion of secretaries is also enclosed.
Name of computer program: Word 2000 tutorial
Publisher: Microsoft
URL: http://www.fgcu.edu/support/office2000/word/
Description: this is a software program that has built-in features to
authenticate writing assignments. The tutorial addresses the keyboard and
proper techniques toward various assignments based on what the assignment is
about. It is used prior to using Microsoft Word for my writing assignments in
Business Communication.
Internet Resources
Name of web page: Teacher Resource Page
URL: http://www.usfca.edu/fac-staff/delmar/aet/pages/teacher_resources.htm
Description: These lessons are constructivist and project-based
in theory. The students seek to broaden their understanding of The Internet, by
asking them to use, The Internet itself, to accomplish small tasks and
projects. Each lesson is in three sections.
Name of web page: Individual Software
URL: http://www.individualsoftware.com/
Description: This is a good area to find software pertaining to
Business. The software is factory backed that includes various tutorials.
Other software topics included on this site are: Typing Instructor, Any Time
Organizer, and Resume Maker.
Name of web page: Business Office Technology
URL: http://lessonplans.btskinner.com/ofctech.html
Description: This site has numerous links to lesson plans and Business
Communication activities that includes Office 2000 products. This is a complete
site with numerous links that have been added to help you understand lesson
plans.
Name of web page: DISEASE:
Repetitive Strain Injuries 
-
... RSIs).
URL: http://disease.bigtome.com/big/page/Repetitive_Strain_Injuries
Description: This site contains information on how to prevent: Eyestrain, Tunnel Syndrome, and Back Pain that students must know about. This is one of the best sites out there for keeping up with ways to increase efficiency.
Name of web page: Ten Qualities of an Effective Team Player
Adapted From: Managing
Teams For Dummies
URL: http://www.dummies.com/WileyCDA/DummiesArticle/id-1398.html
Description: Qualities for good team making are discussed here. Other factors besides technical skills that companies are looking for when using people to make a team are listed on this site. This would work with any business class for presentation work.
Name of web page: Business Letter Writing
URL: http://www.business-letter-writing.com/
Description: This site discusses the secrets to effective business
letter communication. It lists the Seven Cs of business letter writing: clear,
concise, correct, courteous, conversational, convincing, and complete.
Videos
Name of video: Dragon Naturally
Speaking
Publisher: Brainsville
URL: http://lessonplans.btskinner.com/dragonvoice.doc
URL: http://www.speechtechnology.com/prodpage.cfm?urlid=2243
Description: The Dragon Naturally Speaking 6 Video Guide is a
CD-ROM-based video presentation that runs on your computer, designed for both
new and experienced users of Dragon software. In the Video Guide, Dan Newman
guides you visually through key topics and skills, demonstrating expert
techniques and insider secrets. Click for: PDF SHEET AVAILABLE
Name of video: Letters & Forms
Publisher: Adams Media Corporation
URL: http://adamsmed.temp.veriohosting.com/software/
Description:
UNIT TOPIC
TWO:
Employment
Computer Programs
Name of computer program: Desktop Publisher
Publisher: Microsoft
URL: http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos276.htm
Description: This site includes the Occupational
Outlook Handbook, 2004-05 Edition, and Desktop Publishers, on the Internet.
Students will use this program throughout the term while making business
proposals and resumes. This site states: “Desktop publishers are expected to
experience faster than average employment growth. Two out of three worked in
firms that handle newspaper, periodical, book, and directory publishing, or
printing and related support activities. Although formal training is not always
required, those with certificates or degrees will have the best job
opportunities.”
Name of computer program: Job Readiness Series
Publisher:
URL: http://www.edresources.com/productinfo.aspx?productid=35961&categoryid=0&startpage=1
Description: This software consists of four programs: job
interviewing, job attitudes, job applications, and resumes. The goal of the
program is to get students to make a successful search. The program helps teach
students how to conduct themselves during an interview. It teaches students how
they can better assess them self when job hunting. How students can fill out a
job application and resume for their best results.
Internet Resources
Name of web page: Site: Employment Spot- Reference Desk and Employment News
URL: http://www.employmentspot.com/state/
Description: This site lists jobs online, job fairs, jobs by company, posting of jobs, and human resources. This site is essential toward finding what you are looking for as far as work is concerned.
Name of web page: Job Search Methods for the 21st Century.
ERIC Digest No. 207
URL: http://www.ericfacility.net/databases/ERIC_Digests/ed429189.html
Description: This article is for the students do get a feel for the
job market and what to expect. It includes the job search, developing a resume,
applying and interviewing, and selected resources. It demonstrates proper
procedure in applying.
Name of web page: Glencoe Secondary
Catalog: Career Education
URL: http://www.glencoe.com/sec/catalog/linkcareered.html
Description: This site is dedicated toward exploring Careers and would
help keep the students on-task. It involves entering the World of Work,
Exploring Careers, Preparing for Career Success, Job Interviews, and Succeeding
in the World of Work.
Name of web page: Succeeding in the
World of Work
URL: http://www.glencoe.com/sec/careers/swow/
Description: This is a textbook online that addresses chapter
objectives, practice tests, web links and information for teachers on using the
Internet, including media and resources with ISBN-0-02-814223-3.
Name of web page: The Educator’s Reference Desk
URL: http://www.eduref.org/cgi-bin/res.cgi/Reference/Employment
Description: This is a great place to search for jobs that relate to
one’s special interest. The site gives the location for the Monster Board, The
Riley Guide, Career Builder, Federal Jobs, Hot Jobs, Job Interviews, and
Salaries, etc.
Name of web page: The Educator’s Reference Desk
Description: This site works on the preparation of a resume and could
be used to build a WebQuest. It is complete and shows the purpose of Vocational
Education.
Name of web page:
Job Search Methods for the 21st Century
URL: http://www.eduref.org/plweb-cgi/obtain.pl
Description: ERIC DIGEST backs this site. What is listed in the
website is: The Job Search, Developing A Resume, Applying and Interviewing, and
Selected Resources. This site could be used for additional resume building
information and to keep the students on-task.
Name of web page: Business Education
Lesson Plans and Resources
URL: http://lessonplans.btskinner.com/
Description: Lesson Plans
developed by Tonya Skinner that includes: Accounting, Business Law, Business/Office Technology,
Career Prep, Computer Concepts,
Computer Applications,
Desktop Publishing, General Business, Keyboarding, Multimedia, Internet Literacy, HTML/Web Publishing,
and Business
Math/Economics that is a complete package of links to lesson plans. These
links were given by permission of the author to use with her website.
Name of web page: Resume Critique Sheet Scoring Guide
URL: http://lessonplans.btskinner.com/
Description: This is a rubric that lists: content, language,
format, and accuracy for finding a job. This site is very good for business and
is a well known website that is being used as a webquest. The author requests
that you email her.
Name of web page: Online Writing Lab
URL: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/grammar/
Description: The site offers handouts and exercises on
grammar, spelling, and punctuation. This site is above average and is one of
the best sites to introduce your students to proper grammar usage. Most
business teachers would appreciate this site.
Videos
Name of video: Meet On Common Ground
Publisher: Media Partners, 911 Western Ave.Seattle, WA 98104, 1-800-408-5657, fax
206-682-6929
Description: M.E.E.T. on Common Ground presents practical skills that all employees can use to create a respectful and inclusive work environment. No high level "strategies", this is a "straight forward" approach to the issue of respect. With an easy to understand four-step process that is demonstrated in six timely, realistic vignettes, M.E.E.T. on Common Ground focuses on understanding and communication, allowing the learner to respond to situations with professionalism and respect.
Name of video: Give`em the
Pickle!
Publisher: Advanced Training Source
URL: http://www.atsmedia.com/Give_em_the_Pickle_video.asp
Description: PICKLES are special things we do
for people. It is a way of saying thank-you for placing an order with us. It is
showing the customer what they need. Give’em the pickle is the same as give’em
the throne!
Name of video: MediaBlender 2.5
Publisher: TECH 4 LEARNING
URL:http://www.edresources.com/productinfo.aspx?productid=34121&categoryid=0&startpage
Description: Communicating ideas
effectively are the cornerstone of being successful in today’s world. This is
an excellent resource for media playing that enhances creative
expression. You won’t find one better than this.