1st Period- Geographic Information Systems

2nd Period- Conference

3rd Period- Quest for Success

4th Period- Quest for Success

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Class Information

Hahnville GIS Students!

 Course Info

Your GIS Course is being provided through the platform ArcGIS Online and supported with your physical textbook titled GIS Tutorial ArcGis Desktop 10.8 by Kristen Kurland and Will Gorr.

 Course Schedule

The Fall 2023 GIS Course schedule has been attached (GIS Entry Level Course Overview.pdf)  for reference which provides assignments, the mid-term date, and proposed Certification Exam review and test date.  Your Certification Exam date will be confirmed as soon as it is scheduled with the testing agency, AEST.ag.

 Your ArcGIS Online (AGOL) Account

You will have your own login and password to ArcGIS Online that Mr. Gonzales will be providing you. The first time you log in, it will automatically prompt you to create a new password (make a note of it!). The GIS Entry Level Course sits in ArcGIS Online, Groups: 1 GIS Entry Level Course.  Go to arcgis.com to login and access all course material, resources, lectures, videos, vocabulary, etc.  This is where you will turn in all Assignments to be graded/regraded.  Everything for the course resides here. 

 Weekly Assignments

Each week, we will cover 1 Chapter (see Modules in AGOL Groups) with that week’s Assignment due by Saturday at 11:59 pm CST. Each Module in ArcGIS Online has that Module’s due date in its title for easy reference.  Once you are in the Groups, click on Content tab to see all the Modules for the course.

 Tutorial to StoryMaps

We will be starting off our GIS Course today with StoryMaps – an amazing tool that you will find very helpful and fun to use!  Click here for a step-by-step Story Map Tutorial Online Video.  The full lesson for this can be found in Module 1.  This week you need to read 01 GIS Entry Level Course (Description),  01 Introduction to GIS Syllabus, and Module 1.  It sounds like a lot but it is the Course Description, Syllabus and Module which includes the StoryMap Lesson. 

 Support

Throughout each week, you will have time to ask questions to Mr. Gonzales and, also, to me and my team should you need any help throughout your semester.

 We are excited to work with you, challenge you and help teach you, alongside Mr. Gonzales, this semester throughout your GIS Course. If you have questions or need assistance at any time, please don’t hesitate to contact Mr. Gonzales and we will support you with any needs you have.

Introduction to GIS Syllabus

Marc Gonzales

1st Period

Conference Period- 2nd

email: mgonzales@stcharles.k12.la.us

Course Description

This course introduces the concepts and components of a geographic information system (GIS). It also teaches the essential skills of operating a functional GIS through the use of ArcGIS software package. By completing this course, students will understand the operational processes of spatial data acquisition, metadata development, geodatabase design, spatial query and display, spatial analysis and modeling, preliminary GIS application development, cartographic mapping and dynamic visualization, and GIS implementation basics.  GIS technology has broad applications in natural and social sciences, humanities, environmental studies, engineering, and management. Examples include wildlife habitat study, urban and regional planning, contagious disease monitoring, agriculture and forestry, environmental quality assessment, emergency management, transportation planning, consumer and competitor analysis, and many more. 

Textbook
GIS Tutorial Basic Workbook Level 1
Authors Wilpen L. Gorr, Kristen S. Kurland

Course Summary

Module 1- Introduction and Story Maps

Module 2- Basic GIS Desktop

Module 3- Map Design

Module 4- GIS Outputs and Historic Walking Tour

Module 5- Geodatabases

Module 6- Spatial Data and Raster project

Module 7- Digitizing and Parcel Data project

Module 8- Mid-term exam and project

Module 9- Geocoding and Lessons learned from the flood activity

Module 10- Geoprocessing and Model Builder Project

Module 11- Spatial Analyst

Module 12- 3D Analyst and Project

Module 13- Spatial Analyst and Urban Planning Project

Module 14- Final Project and final exam

Note- For those in a 4x4 block, each module should be completed in a week and each project should be completed in 1-2 days.  Some flexibility has been built into the course to allow for exam weeks, state testing, and special school programs.

Grading

Students will be given at least 1 grade each week.  Assignments will consist of the following:

1. Chapter Modules (Formative)

2. Vocabulary Quizzes (Formative)

3. Chapter Assignments (Summative)

4. Mid-Term (Summative)

5. Final Exam (Summative)

6. Certification Test

Students must pass the class with at least 70% in order to be eligible for the certification test.  The student must score at least 50% to earn the GIS Certification.  All work will be turned into the appropriate folder on the website.  In order to submit work that is to be graded, you will create a folder on http://lagis12.maps.arcgis.com under my content.  In order to add a folder, click the word new next to the folder on the left-hand side of the page.  This will open a display box where you will title the folder.  You will create the following folders:

Modules for each Chapter- ex. Chapter 1 Modules

Assignments for each Chapter- ex. Chapter 1 Assignments

Semester 1 projects

Semester 2 projects

All graded assignments should be saved in the graded work folder while maps created but not graded will be saved in the maps folder.

***When completing projects, be mindful that we use metadata (meaning your data needs data to support its accuracy).  As to this, you must cite your sources for all information used.

As you create maps, be sure to keep an electronic copy in your file as well as print a hard copy.  These hard copies will be submitted at the end of each semester.  For directions on printing maps, please read the following:

http://desktop.arcgis.com/en/arcmap/10.3/map/working-with-arcmap/printing-a-map-in-arcmap.htm

Grading Scale:

A 93-100

B 85-92

C 75-84

D 67-74

F 0-66

Attendance Policy/Make-Up Work Policy:

According to the attendance policy for St. Charles Parish, students are only allowed to miss 5 days in a full credit course (full year class) and 2.5 days in a half credit course (half year class). COME TO SCHOOL EVERYDAY!!

According to the make-up work policy, each teacher will have the discretion of assigning make-up work/tests dates for the student when the student returns to school due to an absence. The absence(s) must be excused for work to be made up. 

For my Quest for Success class, students get 3 days to turn in make-up work. 

Classroom Rules & Expectations:

Be on time, on task & prepared to learn EVERYDAY.

Respect the teacher, the classroom, other students and yourself.

Be responsible for your OWN learning.

Clean up after yourself and your peers. ONLY Small candy if given by teacher and water will be allowed in class; however, no food or drink will be allowed out when chrome books are being used. 

(If students begin leaving trash in class, this will end.)

Keep all personal electronics PUT AWAY. Phones and headphones are not allowed during class. Phones are only allowed during lunch in the cafeteria and commons area. 

Cell Phone:

1st time - confiscate and keep 5 days

2nd time- confiscate and keep 10 days

3rd time- confiscate device and keep for the semester

Consequences & Rewards:

CONSEQUENCES

1. Student/Teacher Conference- verbal warning

2. Student/Teacher Conference- Phone call home to parents/guardians

3. Student/Teacher Conference- Phone call home & lunch detention

4. Student/Teacher Conference- Phone call home & referral

GIS

Syllabus Contract

Coach Gonzales

I have read, reviewed, and I understand the classroom policies and procedures.

I have read, reviewed, and I understand the course grading system.

I have read, reviewed, and I understand the course rules and expectations.

Course Overview can be found at https://classroom.google.com/w/MzM4NjA1NzI2NDla/t/all

HAHNVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

Quest For Success COURSE SYLLABUS

Teacher: Coach Marc Gonzales E-mail: mgonzales@stcharles.k12.la.us

Room #:  D-84    Phone #: (985) 758-7537

Planning Period: 2nd period

Course Description:

This course is to:

• develop essential 21st century workforce skills- the ability to communicate, collaborate, and lead.
• Explore new and exciting careers and industry sectors
• Learn about yourselves and your interests to successfully navigate high school, postsecondary education, and career pathways.

Course Objectives:

Louisiana State Education for Careers Course Content Standards and Benchmarks 

• Applied Knowledge (academic, critical thinking, and career related technical skills
• Relational Skills and Personal Attributes (e.g., interpersonal skills like teamwork, customer service, exercising responsibility)
• Executive and Communication skills (e.g., technology skills, systems thinking, information use, resource management)
• Career Navigation skills
• Postsecondary Transitions Knowledge and skills
• Financial Literacy (e.g., personal financial management, and planning for postsecondary education)
• Civil Engagement (e.g., personal responsibility, service to the community, leadership, appropriate, and ethical use of technology)
• Class Requirements:

Course Outline:

This Course is made up of 8 units.

How I Learn and Lead, Effective Teams (Collaboration), Solving Problems Creatively, Digital Citizenship, Superheroes in the Community, Managing Money to meet my Goals, Navigating My Career Path, Looking Forward

Course Assignments/Grading Policies: 

• Formative Grades (40%)- Bellwork, Notes, Quizzes, Small Projects, and any other in-class assignments
• Summative Grades (60%)- Large Projects, and Portfolio Inserts 

Grading Scale:

A 93-100

B 85-92

C 75-84

D 67-74

F 0-66

Attendance Policy/Make-Up Work Policy:

• According to the attendance policy for St. Charles Parish, students are only allowed to miss 5 days in a full credit course (full year class) and 2.5 days in a half credit course (half year class). COME TO SCHOOL EVERYDAY!!
• According to the make-up work policy, each teacher will have the discretion of assigning make-up work/tests dates for the student when the student returns to school due to an absence. The absence(s) must be excused for work to be made up. 
• For my Quest for Success class, students get 3 days to turn in make-up work. 

Classroom Rules & Expectations:

Be on time, on task & prepared to learn EVERYDAY.

1. Respect the teacher, the classroom, other students and yourself.
2. Be responsible for your OWN learning.
3. Clean up after yourself and your peers. ONLY Small candy if given by teacher and water will be allowed in class; however, no food or drink will be allowed out when chromebooks are being used. 

     (If students begin leaving trash in class, this will end.)

1. Keep all personal electronics PUT AWAY. Phones and headphones are not allowed during class. Phones are only allowed during lunch in the cafeteria and commons area. 
2. Cell Phone:

1st time - confiscate and keep 5 days

2nd time- confiscate and keep 10 days

3rh time- confiscate device and keep for remainder of the semester

Consequences & Rewards:

CONSEQUENCES

1. Student/Teacher Conference- verbal warning
2. Student/Teacher Conference- Phone call home to parents/guardians
3. Student/Teacher Conference- Phone call home & lunch detention
4. Student/Teacher Conference- Phone call home & referral

QUEST FOR SUCCESS

Syllabus Contract

Coach Gonzales