Welcome to

Applied Computer and Business Skills I

Delivered by Clay Virtual Academy

Mrs. Wadsworth

What is Clay Virtual?

• Clay Virtual Academy (also known as CVA) is a Clay County Public School.

• CVA offers web based courses virtually, through the Internet, for grades Kindergarten through 12th grade.

• Students may be full or part-time.

• CVA with the motto of “dream, achieve, soar” wants all its students to enjoy their classes and be successful! …including YOU!

Meet our PrincipalDr. Hatcher

Dr. Hatcher has dedicated his life to educate the youth of Northeast Florida. He believes that education is truly the passport to the future. He has been quoted as saying “If we can get all our students to believe that education is just as important as food, shelter and water; then and only then is our mission complete.”

Meet Your TeacherMrs. Debbie Wadsworth

• Being a military brat, I moved around quite a bit during my education career. I attended seven schools before graduating high school. To say the least, I was exposed to many different teaching styles and teaching personalities. I believe that experience made me much more adapt to change and embrace newness in my life. This is my 15th year teaching.

• I love to learn and improve the effectiveness of the learning environment. I believe Virtual Learning is an innovative learning environment that allows each course to be customized to each student. Anytime, anywhere, any path! Being involved with Clay Virtual Academy is a dream and I look forward to learning more innovative measures to delivering education to our students

• I am married and have 2 children (1 son & 1 daughter) and 2 crazy yellow labs. I love being outdoors and beingactive.

904-413-1187dlwadsworth@OneClay.net

**I will be available by phone, text or email**

The Role of the CVA Teacher

• A CVA teacher is available in ways that are different than a traditional classroom teacher.

• You can contact your CVA teacher by email, phone or you may be invited to a Blackboard Collaborate (BBC) session.

• A CVA teacher is also a facilitator, guiding you through the lessons.

The Role of the Virtual Learning Lab (VLL) Assistant

• Virtual Learning Lab (VLL) is a concept that allows for students to attend a computer lab at their “brick and mortar” school while taking an online virtual class through CVA.

• The classroom is managed by a VLL Assistant. Please take the time to know and respect your VLL Assistant.

The Role of the Virtual Learning Lab (VLL) Assistant

• The VLL Assistant will:

– Be the authority figure in the classroom

– Take attendance and maintain a seating chart

– Ensure students are progressing in their course

– Communicate with teacher regarding student motivational and behavioral issues

– Communicate with teacher about student questions

Student’s Classroom Behavior and Use of Equipment

• Although this is a CVA class, students MUST abide by the classroom rules and policies of their school.

• Ask the VLL Assistant for clarification of any classroom and school rules and policies.

Student ExpectationsThe DOs & DON’Ts of using the computer lab:

DOs

Come prepared to work. This

means coming to class with the

correct materials and ATTITUDE!

Respect yourself, other people

and all property.

Keep your behavior in check and

follow all the school rules.

If you need help, ask for it!

Learn and explore through your

CVA online course! Work steadily

and diligently each class period!

DON’Ts

No food, gum/candy or drink is allowed in the lab.

Do not, under any circumstances, change anything on the computer.

Unauthorized access to any software is prohibited.

Don’t just sit there, work through your course one step at a time!

Don’t disturb your neighbors, they are busy completing their CVA online course!

No use of cell phones, iPod or any other mobile device unless specifically directed by VLL Assistant or CVA Teacher

Required Supplies

• 1 folder with prongs & pockets or ½ in. notebook

• Notebook Paper

• Personal Headphones

Good to Know . . .

• You MUST use the browser, Mozilla Firefox, to gain access to your Computer and Business Skills course through CVA.

• Use good time management; keep up to date on assignments. If teacher requires additional attempts on assignments, complete as soon as possible.

• Ask questions, get clarification!

ACBSI

Course Expectations

To be successful in today’s fast-paced office environment or

college classes, you will need up-to-date technology and

business skills.

Computerization and the internet have transformed the

workplace and college classroom. Businesses increasingly

rely on office employees to create documents, spreadsheets,

reports, e-mail correspondence, conduct internet research,

and develop presentations using graphics.

Are you ready? You will be more prepared after completing

this course.

Logging in to OdysseyWare

• Navigate to the OdysseyWare(OW) website:

– https://claycsd.owschools.com

• The username AND password are the student’s six digit student identification number.

•OW will open up to this page the first time you sign in. Please watch the video and then you can unclick the “Always show after sign in”.

•To access your assignments, click on the “Learn” tab on the top menu. Your assignments will be listed in order.

•To access your messages or to send me a message, click on the “Message” tab on the top menu. (Check your messages every day when you sign in)

•You will learn more about navigating in OW by reviewing the information in the OW Orientation (one of your first assignments).

A Typical Day in the Virtual Learning Lab…

STEP 1: Go to https://claycsd.owschools.com and sign in (6 digit number is your username & password)

STEP 2: Check your messages in the Message Tab and reply to any messages as needed.

STEP 3: Click on the “Learn” tab at the top menu and click on the assignment at the top of the list. Read the directions carefully. Some assignments will take you to another website. When completing a lesson, read the entire lesson, review the vocabulary words, complete the interactive activities BEFORE you answer the questions at the bottom and submit it for a grade.

STEP 4: When class time is close to the end, log out of Odysseyware.

Now you are ready! Begin your journey of online

learning and make it successful! You have the choice

https://claycsd.owschools.com