8th+Grade

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Why do we need to learn Excel?

Excel is the most important computer software program used in the workplace today, many employers rely on their employees to provide the information necessary to support their decisions in a spreadsheet.

In this class you will perform many projects. The reasons why we teach you Excel using projects is because:
 * 1) It's REAL WORLD problem solving.
 * 2) It helps you to become an independent and cooperative learner for life.
 * 3) It helps you develop the skills necessary to follow specific directions.
 * 4) It allows to use your creativity and pay attention to details.
 * 5) You become a higher-level learner.
 * 6) LEARNING BECOMES FUN

Students have begun to learn more about careers they may be interested in. Students - please begin to discuss your interests with your parents. While it will be your career, they will guide you in your choices and help you to reach your goals. Please check out these sites: PaCareerZone Careers by Clusters College Board Occupational Outlook Handbook What do employers look for? Tools and resources for students My Plan Financial Math Jump$tart

Two sites to for you to use when you want to show words in images: tagxedo and wordle

Here is a neat site for you to review your lessons in other classes:[|Review Game Zone] Check out [|Quizlet] where you can make your own flashcards to study! (It really does work!!!) Check out [|Club BING]

Review your typing skills at these sites:

[] - race others! http://www.nitrotype.com/ [] [] [] [] (practice your rythym) [] [] [] [|TypeWith.me][|www.bbc.co.uk/schools/typing][][]

Some interesting sites for you: You need to know how to make money work for you! To find out more, click [|here]. Interested in learning more about investing your money? Check out the [|Stock Market Game] where you can invest using virtual money.