Entrepreneurship - Class Page
You will find class announcements, assignments, events, and activities listed in reverse chronological order. The most recent will be found first.
On Wednesday, May 24th, students took the Utah State Skills Test for Entrepreneurship, Period 8.
The Test I. D. Number is as follows: FPSEQPDE
The Precision Exams login is as follows: (Please use the Student Login)
www.precisionexams.com/usoe/welcome/
The Test I. D. Number is as follows: FPSEQPDE
The Precision Exams login is as follows: (Please use the Student Login)
www.precisionexams.com/usoe/welcome/
On Monday, May 22nd, students took the SLO Post-assessment for Entrepreneurship.
Please find posted below your Test I.D. Number for the Jordan School District's SLO Post-assessment: 947738
You may access the quiz at the following web link:
https://app.masteryconnect.com/bubblesheet/
Please find posted below your Test I.D. Number for the Jordan School District's SLO Post-assessment: 947738
You may access the quiz at the following web link:
https://app.masteryconnect.com/bubblesheet/
Posted below are the PowerPoint notes that summarize the curriculum for this semester course, and contain all of the information that will be covered by the Jordan School District SLO Post Assessment, and the Utah State Skills Test (which will serve as our final exam). We will be reviewing these notes in class, however, spaced repetition is the best practice for committing this information to your long-term memory. Best of success!
entrepreneurship_review.pptx | |
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On Monday, May 8th, students worked on their Business Plans, which are due on Friday May 19th.
On Tuesday, May 2nd, students worked on their Business Plans, and Thursday, May 4th, students checked off their second of three progress checks on their Business Plans. The second progress check is worth up to 100 points.
On Friday, April 28th, we reviewed and discussed Unit 5.1, "Understanding Financial Documents." The PowerPoint notes and unit outline are posted below. This assignment is worth 100 points. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.jobs.essay Friday, April 28th,
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.jobs.essay Friday, April 28th,
unit_5.1_-_worksheet.docx | |
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unit_5.1_-utilizing_financial_documents.pptx | |
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On Wednesday, April 26th, students continued their progress on their Business Plans.
On Monday, April 24th, students checked off their first of three progress checks on their Business Plans. The first progress check is worth up to 100 points.
On Thursday, April 20th, students worked on progressing through their template for their Business Plan. There will be a progress check on Monday, April 24th worth 100 points.
On Friday, April 7th, students worked all period on their Business Plans. The first progress check will be Thursday, April 20th, and worth 100 points.
business_plan_format_-_entrepreneurship.docx | |
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On Wednesday, April 5th, we reviewed and discussed Unit 4.1, "Marketing Mix." The PowerPoint notes and unit outline are posted below. This assignment is worth 100 points. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.jobs.essay
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.jobs.essay
unit_4.1_-_marketing_mix.docx | |
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unit_4.1.marketing_mix.pptx | |
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On Monday, April 3rd, students used this period to catch-up and make-up any assignments, quizzes, or essays that show up in Skyward as missing for the 4th Quarter. There are only 17 "A" Days, and 18 "B" Days remaining in the school year. Please use this time wisely to get caught up. Thank you for your cooperation!
On Thursday, March 30th, students began work on their Business Plans. This will be your primary focus of the 4th Quarter. The template or outline is posted below. This assignment is worth a total of 700 points. There will be three progress checks over the next 7 weeks at 100 points each, and then the final copy of your Business Plan's evaluation will be worth 400 points. Your deadline for the final submission is Friday May 19th.
On Tuesday, March 28th, students began work on their Business Plans. This will be your primary focus of the 4th Quarter. The template or outline is posted below. This assignment is worth a total of 700 points. There will be three progress checks over the next 7 weeks at 100 points each, and then the final copy of your Business Plan's evaluation will be worth 400 points. Your deadline for the final submission is Friday May 19th.
business_plan_format_-_entrepreneurship.docx | |
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Please Note! Thursday, March 23rd, marks the end of the Third Quarter. All late work and make-up work must be turned in by Midnight, Thursday evening, March 23rd, to received credit for the Third Quarter. Thank you!!!
On Thursday, March 23rd, we reviewed Entrepreneurship for the 3rd Quarter, and discussed Mission Statements. No points will be assigned for today.
entrepreneurship_review.pptx | |
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our_guiding_principles.pptx | |
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On Monday, March 21st, we reviewed our past quarter in Entrepreneurship. Following our review and discussion please take the quiz on Mastery Connect:
Your Test I.D. Number for this quiz is as follows: 286018
You may access the quiz at the following web link:
https://app.masteryconnect.com/bubblesheet/
Your Test I.D. Number for this quiz is as follows: 286018
You may access the quiz at the following web link:
https://app.masteryconnect.com/bubblesheet/
On Friday, March 17th, students used this day as a catch-up, make-up day. The last day to turn in late work is next Thursday, March 23rd, the end of the 3rd Quarter.
On Wednesday, March 15th, students researched the term, "Breaking the Glass Ceiling. The directions are posted below. This assignment is worth 100 points. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.jobs.essay
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.jobs.essay
breaking_the_glass_ceiling.docx | |
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On Monday, March 13th, students watched the movie, "Forever Strong." The writing prompt is posted below. This assignment is worth 100 points. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.jobs.essay
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.jobs.essay
forever_strong.docx | |
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On Thursday, March 9th, we reviewed and discussed Unit 3.3, "Legal Forms of Business Ownership.
The note taking guide and PowerPoint notes are posted below. This assignment is worth 100 points, and is due at the end of our class period on Wednesday, February 8th. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
The note taking guide and PowerPoint notes are posted below. This assignment is worth 100 points, and is due at the end of our class period on Wednesday, February 8th. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
unit_3.3_worksheet.legal.forms.docx | |
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unit_3.3_legal_forms_of_ownership.ppt | |
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On Tuesday, March 7th, students finished watching the movie, "Bucket List." The writing prompt and directions are posted below. This reflective mini-essay is worth 100 points. With the remaining time left in the period, please work on any missing assignments you haven't finished as yet. Thank you for your cooperation!
On Friday, March 3rd, students watched the movie, "Bucket List." The writing prompt is posted below. This assignment is worth 100 points, and is due at the end of our class period on Wednesday, February 8th. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
bucket_list.docx | |
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On Wednesday, March 1st, we reviewed and discussed Unit 3.1, "Understanding the Usefulness of a Business Plan." This assignment is worth 100 points, and is due at the end of our class period on Wednesday, February 8th. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
unit_3.1_worksheet.student.docx | |
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unit_3.1_usefulness_of_business_plan.ppt | |
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File Type: | ppt |
On Friday, February 24th, students completed their own Resume. This assignment is worth 100 points. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.resume.project
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.resume.project
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
resume_project.docx | |
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resume_example.docx | |
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On Tuesday, February 21st, we reviewed and discussed Unit 2.2, "Competitive Analysis." This assignment is worth 100 points, and is due at the end of our class period on Wednesday, February 8th. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
unit_2.2_worksheet.student.docx | |
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unit_2.2_-_enterpreneurship.ppt | |
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On Thursday, February 16th, students broke into groups to "Create a New Product" You will need to join one of eight groups. Each group will present before the class. This assignment is worth 100 points.
new_product_information_sheet.doc | |
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On Tuesday, January 14th, we watched portions of "Without Limits," the birth of Nike. This assignment is worth 100 points. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.jobs.essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.jobs.essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
without_limits.docx | |
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On Friday, February 10th, students used their class time to catch up on missing assignments.
On Wednesday, February 8th, students completed the "Franchise Project" assignment, posted below. This assignment is worth 100 points, and is due on Tuesday, February 14th. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.jobs.essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.jobs.essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
franchise_project.docx | |
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On Monday, February 6th, we reviewed and discussed Unit 1.3, "Entrepreneurship Risks & Rewards." This assignment is worth 100 points, and is due at the end of our class period on Wednesday, February 8th. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
unit_1.3_worksheet.student.docx | |
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unit_1.3._entrepreneurial_risks_and_rewards.ppt | |
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File Type: | ppt |
On Thursday, February 2nd, students reviewed and discussed Unit 1.2, "Opportunities of Self Employment." This assignment is worth 100 points, and is due at the end of our class period on Monday, February 6th. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
unit_1.2_worksheet.student.docx | |
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unit_1.2_opportunities_of_self_employment.ppt | |
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File Type: | ppt |
On Tuesday, January 31st, students reviewed and discussed Unit 1.1, "Entrepreneurship." This assignment is worth 100 points, and is due at the end of our class period on Thursday, February 2nd. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
unit_1.1_worksheet.student.docx | |
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unit_1.1.entrepreneurship.ppt | |
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On Friday, January 27th, students will watch the second half of the movie, "Moneyball," which relates to Entrepreneurship. The writing prompt for the mini-essay for this movie is posted below. This assignment is worth 100 points, and is due at the end of our class period on Tuesday, January 31st. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
moneyball.docx | |
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On Wednesday, January 25th, we watched the movie, "Moneyball," which relates to Entrepreneurship. The writing prompt for the mini-essay for this movie is posted below. This assignment is worth 100 points, and is due at the end of our class period on Tuesday, January 31st. The Dropbox for all assignments can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
The Password is: copperhills
Please remember to save and re-name your assignment file with your (Period Number) . (Last Name). (Assignment Name) as in the following example: 3.anderson.walter mitty essay
Thank you for your cooperation!!!
moneyball.docx | |
File Size: | 38 kb |
File Type: | docx |
On Monday, January 23rd, students took the SLO Pre-assessment for Entrepreneurship.
Please find posted below your Test I.D. Number for the Jordan School District's SLO Pre-assessment for Entrepreneurship: 348349
You may access the quiz at the following web link:
https://app.masteryconnect.com/bubblesheet/
Following the SLO Pre-assessment, we conducted a class discussion on "The 48 Laws of Power" by Robert Green.
Please find posted below your Test I.D. Number for the Jordan School District's SLO Pre-assessment for Entrepreneurship: 348349
You may access the quiz at the following web link:
https://app.masteryconnect.com/bubblesheet/
Following the SLO Pre-assessment, we conducted a class discussion on "The 48 Laws of Power" by Robert Green.
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On Thursday, January 19th, we covered our first and introductory class of the semester. The first assignment is to bring the Disclosure Signature Page back to class on Monday, January 23rd, having been signed by your parent or guardian and you. This assignment is worth 100 points.
disclosure_authorization_page_-_entrepreneurship.docx | |
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The Turn-in Folder for all assignments, quizzes, and tests can be found at the following web link:
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
Quizzes and tests may be found on Skyward or Precision Exams.
http://www.dropitto.me/willardson
Quizzes and tests may be found on Skyward or Precision Exams.
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Entrepreneurship – Spring 2016-17
Business & Marketing Education Department (Mr. Willardson)
Course Description and Objectives: This course helps students gain an understanding of the business/marketing principles necessary to start and operate a business. Students will first learn basic economic principles related to business ownership. They will identify and assess common traits and skills found in entrepreneurs, explore business opportunities, and compare the risks and rewards of owning a business. The primary focus of the course is to help students understand the process of analyzing a business opportunity, determining feasibility of an idea utilizing research, developing a plan to organize and promote the business and its products/services, and finally, to understand the capital required, the return on investment desired, and the potential for profit. Entrepreneurship is designed for students enrolled in marketing, business, and upper-level courses who have an interest in developing the skills, attitudes, and knowledge necessary for successful entrepreneurs. The texts and performance objectives are designed to work in conjunction with DECA and FBLA, and students are encouraged to participate in these associations and their respective competitions.
Grading: Students will be graded on the following criteria:
1. Daily Assignments. Assignments will have a specific due date and will be graded on completeness and accuracy. Students will be expected to do their own work. If the student is in class on the assignment due date and does not turn in the assignment, he/she will receive zero points for that assignment and will not have the opportunity to make up the work later. Makeup work must be turned in within five school days of the absence.
2. Preparation and participation. Preparation refers to being in class on time with needed assignments, notebooks, books, pencils, etc. Participation refers to the student’s willingness to follow directions, involvement in classroom discussions, and working on task throughout the class period. A possible of ten points will be given for each class period, based on the following:
Ten points will be given for being on time to class and on task the entire period.
Ten points will be given if the student makes up work following an excused absence.
Five points will be deducted if the student has an unexcused tardy.
No points will be given for a truancy.
No points will be given if the student is sleeping in class.
Additionally, there will be a loss of participation points for off-task behavior or for being unprepared.
Participation points may NOT be made up except for excused absences.
3. Tests/Quizzes. If a student has an unexcused absence on a test day, he/she will not be allowed to make up the test. Students with excused absences will be able to make up the tests.
4. Integrated Project. Students will complete a final project at the end of the semester course, which will integrate all of the computer applications which have been learned during the course. More information on that project will be given at that time.
Grading weights by quarter will be as follows:
Assignments 30%
Preparation/Participation 20%
Tests/Quizzes 30%
Final Exam 20%
Letter grades are assigned as follows:
A 94-100%
A- 90-93%
B+ 87-89%
B 84-86%
B- 80-83%
C+ 77-79%
C 74-76%
C- 70-73%
D+ 67-69%
D 64-66%
D- 60-63%
F Below 60%
Some grading may be done by students and teacher’s aides.
Student information, work, and grades will be kept confidential and will not be shared without the necessary authorization as per FERPA Regulations - See JSD Policy.
Attendance Policy: To receive credit in this class this attendance policy must be followed:
Students will receive a “No Grade” in class when one of the following occurs:
· ONE Truancy (requires two attendance school sessions to make up)
· THREE absences (requires one attendance school session beginning with the third and subsequent absences)
· FOUR tardies (requires one attendance school session for each two tardies beginning with the fourth and subsequent tardies)
Make-Up Work: Students will have five school days to make up work missed (assignments or quizzes/tests) for an excused absence. Make-up work for truancies will not be allowed, for either assignments or quizzes/tests. Teachers in the business department will be available for make-up work and tests, individual help, or other student needs on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings from 7:00 to 7:35 a.m., and after school each day until 3:00 p.m. Friday mornings, all teachers will be involved in Comprehensive School Improvement activities.
Class Rules: Students will be expected to show respect for themselves, for the teacher, for other students in the classroom, and for the equipment that will be used. Class rules are based upon these expectations. Students will be expected to follow the guidelines listed in the Jordan School District Acceptable Use Policy, which each student was required to sign as part of his or her school registration prior to the beginning of the school year.
Class rules are:
1. Students have ONE WEEK from the date of an absence to get make-up work turned in. Makeup work will not be accepted after that time.
2. Students will use equipment appropriately and according to teacher’s directions.
3. Students will follow all written and verbal directions.
4. No food, gum, or drinks in the classroom.
5. No cell phones or other electronic devices in class, including iPods and CD players (this is a Jordan School District policy). If students break this rule, the following will apply:
a. First infraction: warning
b. Second infraction: the teacher will take the device and return it to the student at the end of the class period
c. Third infraction: the teacher will take the device and turn it in to the vice principal. The student will then be responsible to the administration to retrieve the device.
6. Students will respect others in the class. Rudeness in any form is unacceptable.
7. Sharing of assignments between students will absolutely not be tolerated. If such sharing does occur, all students involved will receive zero points on the assignment or test involved, and they will also receive a reduction in their citizenship grades.
Infractions of the rules will result in one or more of the following, depending upon frequency and severity of the problem: loss of daily participation points, calls home, or referral to administration.
Those students who follow the rules will receive one or more of the following: positive notes to student or parent and the option to redo a test or assignment.
Hall Passes: To cut down on unnecessary absences from class time, students will be allowed to use a hall pass no more than twice each quarter for legitimate purposes (5-minute limit). Additionally, no hall passes will be issued the first 20 minutes of each class.
Required Materials: Students will be expected to bring their own pen or pencil to class every day.
The best way to reach me is by e-mail ([email protected]), or by phone (801 253-5600 ext 4389). I am also available to meet with students and parents in my classroom, Monday through Thursday, from 7:00 – 7:40 am, and Monday through Friday, from 2:25 – 3:00 pm. Additionally, I have a Conference/Preparation Period, during Period 1, each “A” Day.
We are looking forward to a successful semester with your student.
Best regards,
Mr. Rob Willardson
Business & Marketing Education Department
[email protected]
801 253-5600 ext. 4389
Entrepreneurship – Spring 2016-17
Business & Marketing Education Department (Mr. Willardson)
Course Description and Objectives: This course helps students gain an understanding of the business/marketing principles necessary to start and operate a business. Students will first learn basic economic principles related to business ownership. They will identify and assess common traits and skills found in entrepreneurs, explore business opportunities, and compare the risks and rewards of owning a business. The primary focus of the course is to help students understand the process of analyzing a business opportunity, determining feasibility of an idea utilizing research, developing a plan to organize and promote the business and its products/services, and finally, to understand the capital required, the return on investment desired, and the potential for profit. Entrepreneurship is designed for students enrolled in marketing, business, and upper-level courses who have an interest in developing the skills, attitudes, and knowledge necessary for successful entrepreneurs. The texts and performance objectives are designed to work in conjunction with DECA and FBLA, and students are encouraged to participate in these associations and their respective competitions.
Grading: Students will be graded on the following criteria:
1. Daily Assignments. Assignments will have a specific due date and will be graded on completeness and accuracy. Students will be expected to do their own work. If the student is in class on the assignment due date and does not turn in the assignment, he/she will receive zero points for that assignment and will not have the opportunity to make up the work later. Makeup work must be turned in within five school days of the absence.
2. Preparation and participation. Preparation refers to being in class on time with needed assignments, notebooks, books, pencils, etc. Participation refers to the student’s willingness to follow directions, involvement in classroom discussions, and working on task throughout the class period. A possible of ten points will be given for each class period, based on the following:
Ten points will be given for being on time to class and on task the entire period.
Ten points will be given if the student makes up work following an excused absence.
Five points will be deducted if the student has an unexcused tardy.
No points will be given for a truancy.
No points will be given if the student is sleeping in class.
Additionally, there will be a loss of participation points for off-task behavior or for being unprepared.
Participation points may NOT be made up except for excused absences.
3. Tests/Quizzes. If a student has an unexcused absence on a test day, he/she will not be allowed to make up the test. Students with excused absences will be able to make up the tests.
4. Integrated Project. Students will complete a final project at the end of the semester course, which will integrate all of the computer applications which have been learned during the course. More information on that project will be given at that time.
Grading weights by quarter will be as follows:
Assignments 30%
Preparation/Participation 20%
Tests/Quizzes 30%
Final Exam 20%
Letter grades are assigned as follows:
A 94-100%
A- 90-93%
B+ 87-89%
B 84-86%
B- 80-83%
C+ 77-79%
C 74-76%
C- 70-73%
D+ 67-69%
D 64-66%
D- 60-63%
F Below 60%
Some grading may be done by students and teacher’s aides.
Student information, work, and grades will be kept confidential and will not be shared without the necessary authorization as per FERPA Regulations - See JSD Policy.
Attendance Policy: To receive credit in this class this attendance policy must be followed:
Students will receive a “No Grade” in class when one of the following occurs:
· ONE Truancy (requires two attendance school sessions to make up)
· THREE absences (requires one attendance school session beginning with the third and subsequent absences)
· FOUR tardies (requires one attendance school session for each two tardies beginning with the fourth and subsequent tardies)
Make-Up Work: Students will have five school days to make up work missed (assignments or quizzes/tests) for an excused absence. Make-up work for truancies will not be allowed, for either assignments or quizzes/tests. Teachers in the business department will be available for make-up work and tests, individual help, or other student needs on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings from 7:00 to 7:35 a.m., and after school each day until 3:00 p.m. Friday mornings, all teachers will be involved in Comprehensive School Improvement activities.
Class Rules: Students will be expected to show respect for themselves, for the teacher, for other students in the classroom, and for the equipment that will be used. Class rules are based upon these expectations. Students will be expected to follow the guidelines listed in the Jordan School District Acceptable Use Policy, which each student was required to sign as part of his or her school registration prior to the beginning of the school year.
Class rules are:
1. Students have ONE WEEK from the date of an absence to get make-up work turned in. Makeup work will not be accepted after that time.
2. Students will use equipment appropriately and according to teacher’s directions.
3. Students will follow all written and verbal directions.
4. No food, gum, or drinks in the classroom.
5. No cell phones or other electronic devices in class, including iPods and CD players (this is a Jordan School District policy). If students break this rule, the following will apply:
a. First infraction: warning
b. Second infraction: the teacher will take the device and return it to the student at the end of the class period
c. Third infraction: the teacher will take the device and turn it in to the vice principal. The student will then be responsible to the administration to retrieve the device.
6. Students will respect others in the class. Rudeness in any form is unacceptable.
7. Sharing of assignments between students will absolutely not be tolerated. If such sharing does occur, all students involved will receive zero points on the assignment or test involved, and they will also receive a reduction in their citizenship grades.
Infractions of the rules will result in one or more of the following, depending upon frequency and severity of the problem: loss of daily participation points, calls home, or referral to administration.
Those students who follow the rules will receive one or more of the following: positive notes to student or parent and the option to redo a test or assignment.
Hall Passes: To cut down on unnecessary absences from class time, students will be allowed to use a hall pass no more than twice each quarter for legitimate purposes (5-minute limit). Additionally, no hall passes will be issued the first 20 minutes of each class.
Required Materials: Students will be expected to bring their own pen or pencil to class every day.
The best way to reach me is by e-mail ([email protected]), or by phone (801 253-5600 ext 4389). I am also available to meet with students and parents in my classroom, Monday through Thursday, from 7:00 – 7:40 am, and Monday through Friday, from 2:25 – 3:00 pm. Additionally, I have a Conference/Preparation Period, during Period 1, each “A” Day.
We are looking forward to a successful semester with your student.
Best regards,
Mr. Rob Willardson
Business & Marketing Education Department
[email protected]
801 253-5600 ext. 4389
Entrepreneurship Syllabus
Spring 2016 -17
This course helps students gain an understanding of the business/marketing principles necessary to start and operate a business. Students will first learn basic economic principles related to business ownership. They will identify and assess common traits and skills found in entrepreneurs, explore business opportunities, and compare the risks and rewards of owning a business. The primary focus of the course is to help students understand the process of analyzing a business opportunity, determining feasibility of an idea utilizing research, developing a plan to organize and promote the business and its products/services, and finally, to understand the capital required, the return on investment desired, and the potential for profit. Entrepreneurship is designed for students enrolled in marketing, business, and upper-level courses who have an interest in developing the skills, attitudes, and knowledge necessary for successful entrepreneurs. The texts and performance objectives are designed to work in conjunction with DECA and FBLA, and students are encouraged to participate in these associations and their respective competitions.
Standard 1
Students will identify and recognize entrepreneurial traits, characteristics, and roles. Students will examine the role of innovation and entrepreneurship activity to society and the economy. Students will identify methods and processes of idea generation, problem solving, and innovating.
Objective 1
Students will be introduced to the role of the entrepreneur in the economy.
Understand the characteristics of an entrepreneur.
Students will understand idea generation through innovation and problem solving.
Students will understand how economic concepts effect decision making in an entrepreneurial venture.
Objective 1
Define opportunity cost, scarcity, and equilibrium.
Students will understand how marketing affects an entrepreneurial venture.
Objective 1
Understand the importance of identifying the market.
Students will explore how businesses reach, maintain, and increase the market.
Students will understand financial concepts and tools used by entrepreneurs in making business and personal decisions.
Objective 1
Examine sources and types of funding.
Understand how entrepreneurs utilize business records.
3. Students will understand financial concepts and tools used by entrepreneurs in making business and personal decisions.
Objective 3
Examine sources and types of funding.
Understand how entrepreneurs utilize business records.
3. Prepare and analyze basic financial statements such as income statements and balance sheets.
4. Understand the importance of sales and budget forecasting in business planning.
Standard 5
Students will understand the role of management principles in an entrepreneurial venture.
Objective 1
Discuss short- and long-term goals for an entrepreneurial venture.
Students will analyze how forms of business ownership, government regulations, and legal regulations affect entrepreneurial ventures.
Objective 1
Identify types of business ownership (e.g., sole proprietorship, partnership, c-corp, s-corp, LLC, nonprofit, franchise).
Spring 2016 -17
This course helps students gain an understanding of the business/marketing principles necessary to start and operate a business. Students will first learn basic economic principles related to business ownership. They will identify and assess common traits and skills found in entrepreneurs, explore business opportunities, and compare the risks and rewards of owning a business. The primary focus of the course is to help students understand the process of analyzing a business opportunity, determining feasibility of an idea utilizing research, developing a plan to organize and promote the business and its products/services, and finally, to understand the capital required, the return on investment desired, and the potential for profit. Entrepreneurship is designed for students enrolled in marketing, business, and upper-level courses who have an interest in developing the skills, attitudes, and knowledge necessary for successful entrepreneurs. The texts and performance objectives are designed to work in conjunction with DECA and FBLA, and students are encouraged to participate in these associations and their respective competitions.
Standard 1
Students will identify and recognize entrepreneurial traits, characteristics, and roles. Students will examine the role of innovation and entrepreneurship activity to society and the economy. Students will identify methods and processes of idea generation, problem solving, and innovating.
Objective 1
Students will be introduced to the role of the entrepreneur in the economy.
- Explain the terms entrepreneur and entrepreneurship.
- Describe the differences between being an employee, an intrapreneur, and entrepreneur.
- Assess the impact of entrepreneurship and innovation on your local, state, national, and international communities and economies.
- Search, analyze, and interpret current entrepreneurship data and data trends.
- Describe the role of the government and in promoting and supporting entrepreneurship.
- Identify parts of the entrepreneurship infrastructure (SBDC, SBA, SCORE, GOED).
- Describe entrepreneurship mentoring trends and entrepreneurship contests (e.g., boom start-up, incubators, business plan contests, pitch contests).
Understand the characteristics of an entrepreneur.
- Identify the characteristics and traits of a successful entrepreneur.
- Compare and contrast the risks and benefits of choosing to become an entrepreneur, including ways to minimize or limit the risks.
- Examine the role of entrepreneurship in a career and college pathway.
- Define ethics, and identify common ethical issues that entrepreneurs encounter.
Students will understand idea generation through innovation and problem solving.
- Understand basic business model concepts.
- Generate ideas for products and/or service to meet or create markets or needs, wants, and trends.
- Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of buying an existing business, starting a new business, or purchasing a franchise. Review basic business models.
- Identify research tools used to gather information about markets, market trends, and business and consumer needs and wants.
- Identify trends in entrepreneurship (e.g., emerging technologies, social entrepreneurship, green entrepreneurship, lean start-up, business model canvas, crowdsourcing and crowd funding).
- Understand the basic concepts of lean start-up, a minimally viable product, pivoting, and failing fast.
Students will understand how economic concepts effect decision making in an entrepreneurial venture.
Objective 1
Define opportunity cost, scarcity, and equilibrium.
- Explain the determinants of supply and demand.
- Describe the interrelationship between cost and price.
- Describe the difference between fixed costs and variable costs.
- Calculate the number of products to be sold to make a profit using break-even analysis.
- Analyze how a fluctuating global /international economy affects local businesses.
- Explain the role of the entrepreneur’s contribution of time, money, and expertise as it relates to profit.
- Describe the concepts of import and export.
Students will understand how marketing affects an entrepreneurial venture.
Objective 1
Understand the importance of identifying the market.
- Define the function of marketing in an entrepreneurial venture.
- Discuss the concept of market and market share.
- Identify target markets for potential new businesses.
- Define and give examples of market segmentation methods.
- Discuss the role of market research in identifying a market and making business decisions.
Students will explore how businesses reach, maintain, and increase the market.
- Identify the elements of the marketing mix (i.e., the “4 P’s” of marketing).
- Identify the advantages and disadvantages of marketing a business on the Internet.
- Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of possible locations for businesses (e.g., brick-and-mortar stores, virtual enterprises, and “click-and-mortar” stores).
- Discuss appropriate advertising and publicity activities for a business.
- Discuss the impact of competition on keeping/increasing market share.
Students will understand financial concepts and tools used by entrepreneurs in making business and personal decisions.
Objective 1
Examine sources and types of funding.
- Project the total cash needed to start a business (e.g., start-up costs, ongoing operational expenses, and cash reserves).
- List and describe common sources and processes by which entrepreneurs can secure funding and potentially exit a business (e.g., angel investors, venture capitalists, term sheets, rounds of financing, capitalization tables, banks, credit unions, crowd funding, credit lines, personal savings, family and friends, mortgage, short-term loan, grants, bootstrapping, IPO, merger, acquisition, etc.).
- Assess the role of government assistance in the growth and development of a small business (e.g., SBA loan guarantees, grants, university commercialization, city and state incentives).
- Compare and contrast debt and equity financing. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of different types of financing options for entrepreneurs.
Understand how entrepreneurs utilize business records.
- Identify reasons for keeping business records.
3. Students will understand financial concepts and tools used by entrepreneurs in making business and personal decisions.
Objective 3
Examine sources and types of funding.
- Project the total cash needed to start a business (e.g., start-up costs, ongoing operational expenses, and cash reserves).
- List and describe common sources and processes by which entrepreneurs can secure funding and potentially exit a business (e.g., angel investors, venture capitalists, term sheets, rounds of financing, capitalization tables, banks, credit unions, crowd funding, credit lines, personal savings, family and friends, mortgage, short-term loan, grants, bootstrapping, IPO, merger, acquisition, etc.).
- Assess the role of government assistance in the growth and development of a small business (e.g., SBA loan guarantees, grants, university commercialization, city and state incentives).
- Compare and contrast debt and equity financing. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of different types of financing options for entrepreneurs.
Understand how entrepreneurs utilize business records.
- Identify reasons for keeping business records.
3. Prepare and analyze basic financial statements such as income statements and balance sheets.
4. Understand the importance of sales and budget forecasting in business planning.
Standard 5
Students will understand the role of management principles in an entrepreneurial venture.
Objective 1
Discuss short- and long-term goals for an entrepreneurial venture.
- Create a mission statement for an entrepreneurial venture.
- Create an organizational structure for an entrepreneurial venture.
- Develop job descriptions for positions in an entrepreneurial venture.
- Discuss the importance of technology in operating and managing a business.
- Explain ways entrepreneurs can protect themselves from risks.
- Identify types of business insurance.
- Identify experts or resources that may assist small businesses (accounting, finance, legal, etc.).
Students will analyze how forms of business ownership, government regulations, and legal regulations affect entrepreneurial ventures.
Objective 1
Identify types of business ownership (e.g., sole proprietorship, partnership, c-corp, s-corp, LLC, nonprofit, franchise).
- Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of the different types of business ownership.
- Identify licenses that a small business must obtain (e.g., business license, EIN, name registry, sales tax I.D., occupational/professional license, food handlers).
- Identify taxes businesses pay.
- Identify ways of protecting ideas and inventions (intellectual and proprietary property and processes).
- Identify the major components of a business plan.
- Describe the uses and purposes of a business plan.
- Understand a pitch deck and VC road show.