COURSE SYLLABUS

LIFE SKILLS SCIENCE II

MRS. MICHELLE COKLEY

SOUTH COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL

 

 

 

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION:  

Life Skills Science II allows the students to develop basic functional knowledge of science concepts in the areas of earth science, environmental science, and physical science. The students will also develop skills in the area of healthy relationships. The students will have the opportunity to apply the science-based concepts to daily living situations at home, in the community, and the workplace.

 

COMPETENCY GOALS:

GOAL 1: The learner will demonstrate an understanding of the issues surrounding relationships, families, marriage, and parenting.

GOAL 2: The learner will be able to identify all parts of the skeletal system of the human body.

GOAL 3:  The learner will develop a basic understanding of earth science in the area of plants, animals, and weather.

GOAL 4: The learner will develop an understanding of environmental science.

GOAL 5: The learner will obtain knowledge of physical science in the areas of tools, simple machines, energy, and physical properties.

 

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

Reading Skills, Thinking Skills, Vocabulary Skills, Writing Skills, Listening Skills, and Speaking Skills.

 

GOAL 1:  RELATIONSHIPS

      Describe different types of family structures:

      Natural vs. adoptive

      Traditional

      Foster parent

      Single parent

      Guardian

      Step-parent

      Grandparent

      Single individual

      Group home

      Identify characteristics to look for in a friend

      List strategies for making friends and maintaining positive relationships.

      Discuss the factors that should be considered when making a decision concerning a long-term relationship.

 

GOAL 2: SKELETAL SYSTEM

 

GOAL 3: EARTH SCIENCE-PLANTS, ANIMALS, AND WEATHER

      State the importance of plants and animals in everyday life.

      Identify similarities and differences in common plants:

      Appearance

      Growth

      Change

      Use

      Describe the general procedures in routine plant care and exhibit the ability to take care of indoor and outdoor plants.

      State facts related to plant growth and identify the basic parts of a plant.

      Demonstrate the process for growing new plants from:

      Seeds

      Bulbs

      Cuttings

      Runners

      Identify plants that are toxic to humans and the consequences of contact with these plants through ingestion or touch.

      Identify similarities and differences in common animals:

      Appearance

      Growth

      Change

      Use

      Describe the general procedures involved in caring for common household pets (example: food, water, shelter, medical care, nurturing) and demonstrate the ability to care for a pet.

      Identify basic safety procedures when handling animals (example: domestic, wild, farm) and respond appropriately when asked to handle animals in a safe manner.

      List advantages and disadvantages of owning a pet:

      Cost

      Housing

      Allergies

      Safety

      Define common weather-related terms in a manner that is functional to understanding weather reports:

      Precipitation

      Temperature

      Humidity

      Wind speed

      Wind chill

      Warning

      Watch

      Discuss the accuracy of weather forecasting

 

GOAL 4: ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

      Define pollution and identify major causes of and problems related to air pollution, water pollutions, and soil pollution.

      Define “recycling” and its benefits.

      Distinguish between biodegradable and non-biodegradable products and classify common objects into these categories.

      Explain the purpose and benefits of a recycling center.

 

GOAL 5: PHYSICAL SCIENCE-TOOLS, SIMPLE MACHINES, ENERGY, AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES.

      Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between light and heat.

 

TEACHER EXPECTATIONS:

1. Be in class, in your assigned seat, ready to work by the sound of the tardy bell.
2. Have a positive attitude about your work.
3. Listen carefully and follow directions.
4. Raise your hand to speak.
5. Respect yourself and others.
6. Ask necessary questions.
7. The teacher will dismiss the students, not the bell.
8. Material necessary for class each day:

      Textbook

      Loose-leaf notebook and loose-leaf paper

      Pencil or pen (PENCIL REQUIRED FOR MATH CLASS)

9. Turn in your assignments on time.
10. WORK TO YOUR FULLEST POTENTIAL.-YOU CAN DO IT!

 

GRADING PROCEDURES:

1. Report cards go out every six weeks (every 30 days)
2. Interim reports (progress of the student’s grades, work habits, and attitude about there work goes out every third week of the six weeks)
3. Weekly tests on Friday =75% of your grade
4. Daily Grades=25% of your grade
5. Class participation is a must because I want to hear your point- of- view.
6. Semester Exams: JUNE 1^ST  & JUNE 2^ND

***A student may study and take a test again to improve his or her grade (score) on a particular test.

 

ATTENDANCE:

       A student must not miss more than ten (10) days in a class per semester, to receive credit.  A student may not miss more than three (3) days in each class. If four (4) or more absences occur the student will have to make-up work or time.

 

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