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CRTR 1304 - MACHINE SHORTHAND I
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Credit Hrs.: 3 |
Lec: 1 |
Lab: 8 |
Description | Prerequisites | Textbook/Materials | Methods | Grade | Content | Competencies | Scans Competencies | Attendance | Academic Dishonesty | ADA | College Policies | Departmental Policies | ACT Home | ACT Syllabi
I. CATALOG DESCRIPTION
Machine Shorthand I involves instruction in general principles of conflict-free machine shorthand theory and skill building through readback of dictation notes, machine practice, and transcription.
II. REQUIRED BACKGROUND
Pre-requisites: A passing Accuplacer score in English;
A minimum keyboarding accuracy score of 30 words per minute
Co-requisites: CRTR 1113 (1-1-0) and CRTR 1208 (2-1-4).
Other requirements: Transcript review and registration should be arranged with Department chairperson, NTC Rm. 214, Ph. (210) 733-2294.
III. TEXTS AND OTHER REFERENCE MATERIALS
Texts: StenEd Realtime Theory Volume I (current edition)
StenEd Reader for Theory I Volume I (current edition)
StenEd Professional Dictionary (current edition)
StenEd Audiocassettes (20 audios, #1-10 set and #11-20 set)
Morson's English Guide for Court Reporters – Second Edition
Merriam Webster's Collegiate Dictionary – 11 th Edition – Hardback
Merriam Webster's Collegiate Dictionary – Paperback
Equipment: A computer compatible stenograph shorthand machine with all accessories and with a “wide –DZ key” and a “wide asterisk key” replaced on its keyboard.
A portable audiotape recorder with timing window and a microphone and headphone outlet.
Recommended: a home computer – desktop or laptop (the latter preferred) with sufficient memory, hard drive, CD/DVD/floppy disk drives, a serial port (or adapter cord), as well as USB ports.
Supplies: Stenograph machine paper note pads (initial pad given in class).
A notebook or day-planner for class notes and assignments.
IV. METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
Instruction will consist of: lecture, demonstration, and group discussion. All accompany each of the chapters. Text material is reinforced with assigned cassette tapes or CDs. Instructor will supplement text and tape materials with handouts for additional practice, visual aids, video tapes, and invited guest speakers.
Introduction to shorthand machine set-up, hand placement, posture, phonetics, consonant/vowel combinations, punctuation, and monosyllabic words. Accuracy is stressed. Introduction to simple sentences, abbreviations, phrasing, diphthongs, long and short vowels, inflected endings, numbers 1-100, transcription of notes, and some timed dictation speed drills with proper note-reading procedures. The theory class will stay together as a group through the lessons. Since comprehension and skill levels differ within each class and determine class progression through the lessons, only a tentative timetable is as follows:
Week
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8 |
Chapters
1-2
3
4
5-6
7
8
9
10-11 |
Week
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16 |
Chapters
12
13
14-15
16
17-18
19
20-21
Final Exam |
VI. LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
- Learning Outcomes: The student will know the various parts of the shorthand machine and its operation, the correct posture of the body and position of the hands when using the machine, awareness of phonetic word sounds versus English spelling, introduction of the shorthand alphabet, and key and finger assignments.
Performance Objectives: The student will be able to set up and take down the shorthand machine quickly and smoothly, observe and prepare machine for proper operation prior to beginning of class, and be aware daily of proper position at the machine for efficient writing. Student will learn keyboard alphabet with correct fingering and basic abbreviations and phrases to write one-syllable words and simple sentences.
Methods of Measurement: Individual observation and correction, drills and dictation, homework assignments requiring 97 to 98 percent accuracy, and an examination every two chapters.
- Learning Outcome: The student will develop a confident, fluent verbal reading of shorthand notes and be able to transcribe, proofread, format, and edit these notes with 97 percent or more accuracy. Students will also practice graduated speed writing up to 40 words per minute.
Performance Objectives: Students will practice reading all homework assignments three to five times attempting a smooth, unhesitating delivery of text or dictation taken from both familiar and unfamiliar material. In addition, students will rewrite steno notes correctly until accomplishing accuracy within assigned limit of errors. Certain specified homework will require transcription in correct format with editing of vocabulary and punctuation if necessary. Speed tapes accompany each exercise in each chapter. Students will practice to attain a minimum of 40 words per minute by the Final Exam date.
Methods of Measurement: All homework assignments are returned to the instructor for reevaluation of students' proofreading and editing and returned for writing again if error limit is surpassed. Dictated material may be repeated or further variations dictated for each student to read a portion of notes in class. Daily grades are noted for class participation and knowledge of principles pertaining to material. Knowledge of correct punctuation to be used is emphasized. Certain homework assignments and dictation in class will be given from 25 to 60 words per minute to facilitate accuracy with speed.
- Learning Outcome: The student will develop an accurate, conflict-free, and rhythmic use of the machine shorthand for Theory I principles at a minimum of 40 words per minute and be adept with the corresponding English transcription for computer realtime writing to be introduced in Theory II.
Performance Objectives: The student will utilize the Theory I principles presented in each chapter to develop accurate shorthand writing, transcription, and note reading at 40 words per minute for one to five minutes from steno notes of homework assignments and unfamiliar dictation material.
Methods of Measurement: Both machine shorthand notes and English transcription are graded for accuracy. Fluent reading of stenographic notes and verbal response of correct steno outlines are noted for each student. All chapter tests with transcription and the final examination are 40% of a final grade. Two three-minute paragraphs of dictation at 40 words per minute will be included in the Final Exam.
The following SCANS Competencies are included in this course:
Basic Skills:
(C1) Allocation of time
(C3) Materials/Facilities
(C5) Acquires and evaluates information
(C6) Organizes and maintains information
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Technology:
(C18) Uses computer to process information
(C19) Applies technology to task
(C20) Maintains and troubleshoots equipment |
The following SCANS Foundations are included in this course:
Thinking Skills:
(F1) Reading
(F3) Arithmetic
(F4) Mathematics
(F5) Listening
(F8) Decision making
(F9) Problem solving
(F10) Seeing things in the mind's eye
(F11) Knowing how to learn
(F12) Reasoning |
Personal Qualities:
(F13) Responsibility
(F14) Self-esteem
(F15) Sociability
(F16) Self-management
(F17) Integrity/Honesty |
VII. COURSE GRADE
A. College Requirements:
A written, comprehensive final examination, not to exceed two and one-half hours in length, shall be given at the end of each semester for each course at the regularly scheduled time. Any exceptions to these requirements must be approved by the appropriate dean. Other examinations are given at the discretion of the instructor.
A student who must be absent from a final examination should petition that instructor for permission to postpone the examination. A student absent without permission from a final examination is graded “F.” Postponed examinations result in a grade of “I.” The final exam must be taken within 120 calendar days from the end of the semester or the grade automatically becomes an “F.” (San Antonio College Bulletin, Faculty Handbook - January 1995)
B. Departmental Requirements:
1. Assigned homework............................................................10%
2. Transcripts...........................................................................10%
3. Attendance...........................................................................25%
4. Classroom behavior and attitude...........................................5%
5. Note-reading and lesson discussion.....................................10%
6. Tests and Final Exam...........................................................40%
C. Instructor Requirements: Varies by course.
VIII. Policies and Procedures
A. College Policies
- San Antonio College does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability with respect to access, employment programs or services.
- Students are urged not to bring children to either a class or a lab. Minors under the age of twelve (12) must not be left unattended on campus. College Academic Council - April, 1998
- ADA Statement: “As per Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, if accommodation is needed contact the Office of DisABILITY Support Services, CAC 124C, Phone: (210) 486-0020.
- A Rapid Response Team exists for the purpose of responding to emergencies. If you have a disability that will require assistance in the event of a building evacuation, notify Disability Support Services, Chance Academic Center 124C, Phone: (210) 486-0020.
- Academic Dishonesty: Students may be subject to disciplinary proceedings resulting in an academic penalty or disciplinary penalty for academic dishonesty. Academic Dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on a test, plagiarism and collusion. For additional information refer to the “Student Code of Conduct” in the San Antonio College Bulletin.
- Students are required to silence all electronic devices (e.g., pagers, cellular phones, etc.) when in classrooms, laboratories and the library. College Academic Council, 01/ 2000.
- San Antonio College Attendance Policy: Regular and punctual attendance at all classes and laboratories, day and/or evening, is required. A student absent for any reason is responsible for all work missed. Both tardiness and early departure from class are forms of absenteeism. The instructor establishes the policy with regard to each.
Absences of each student are recorded without exception. The counting of absences begins on the first day of class. A student absent the equivalent of two weeks of instruction in a 16-week semester may be dropped by the instructor. If a student is dropped from a class for excessive absences, the instructor will record a grade of “W' (withdraw). It is the student's responsibility to ensure that the withdrawals have been submitted.
- San Antonio College is a smoke free campus.
- ACCD DPS Emergency Phone Numbers:
ACCD DPS Emergency Phone (210) 222-0911
ACCD DPS General Phone (210) 485-0099
ACCD DPS Weather Phone (210) 485-0189 (For information on college closures)
- Students must also abide by the policies, procedures, and rules set forth in the “Student Code of Conduct” and all other policies set forth in the San Antonio College Bulletin. http://www.alamo.edu/sac/sacmain/schedule/2006%20SAC%20Bulletin%20Online/2006-07_SAC_Bulletin.pdf
B. Departmental Policies (same as college)
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