TechnoVenture
In this project, students become entrepreneurs who are interested in starting a business venture. They must create a business plan that includes a strategy for managing personnel, production, marketing, and finances. After creating a detailed plan they analyze the business idea to determine if it is viable.
Technology Skills: spreadsheets, graphics, word processing
Technology Integration: business studies, science and technology
Software Applications: Microsoft Word, Excel
TechnoSpecialist
In this project, students assume the role of an Information Technology (IT) Specialist working for a company that produces and distributes personal computers. Students must create an information package that can be used in various formats to educate clientele.
Technology Skills: multimedia, graphics, word processing
Technology Integration: science and technology, business studies, language arts
Software Applications: Microsoft PowerPoint, PhotoEditor, Sound Recorder
TechnoConsultant
In this project, students become consultants, whose assignment is to increase sales for a business. They must analyze sales figures and employee performance to propose a solution to this problem. Using the tools available in Microsoft Excel they manipulate data, graph information, and calculate figures to grasp an understanding of the current business situation. Once they have the scrutinized this information they prepare a proposal in Microsoft Word.
Technology Skills: spreadsheets, word processing
Technology Integration: business studies, language arts
Software Applications: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
TechnoPlanner
In this project, students become event planners. They own a company that plans special occasions such as weddings, birthday parties, reunions, or proms. They must create a database to help them organize client and event information. This database will ensure that they can offer top quality service as no detail will be forgotten.
Technology Skills: databases, word processing
Technology Integration: business studies, language arts
Software Applications: Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word
TechnoDesigner
In this project, students become web designers. They select a topic and then create a framed multi-page site that includes interesting content and a thumbnail photo gallery. Throughout the building process the emphasis is on design elements and ease of navigation. Upon completion, the web site is uploaded to become a valuable contribution to the World Wide Web.
Technology Skills: telecommunications, word processing, desktop publishing, graphics
Technology Integration: business studies
Software Applications: Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft FrontPage