This course explores the mental, physical, and social aspects of life and how each contributes to total health and well-being. It emphasizes safety/first aid, mental health, substance abuse prevention, family life education, consumer health and community health.
Methods of instruction:
1. Lecture/ discussion/ demonstration
2. Question and answer
3. Co-operative learning
4. Guest speakers
5. Current events
6. Audio-visual aids
Evaluation:
Quiz 10%
Journals 10%
Daily Assignments 25%
Test 20%
Participation 35%
Participation includes: Being prepared for class
Co-operative attitude
Listens to directions and follows them
Displays independent learning skills/group skills
Participates in class discussions (life skills)
Participates in out of the classroom activities
Textbook: Teen Health, Glenco Co.
Expectations:
1. Abide by school rules as indicated in student handbook
2. Being in assigned seat
3. Bring needed material to class
4. Listen and follow instructions
5. Be responsible for own behavior and possessions
Procedures and Policies: We will meet in the classroom 3 days a week and have out of the classroom activities 2 days a week. All work will be completed during class. When absent, the students should make arrangements within 3 days to make up work.
Supplies needed: Pen or pencil
Pocket Folder (any loose leaf paper for journals/notebook)
(These may be left in the classroom file cabinet each day.)
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