Principles of Education and Training Course Syllabus 2017-2018

Mr. Adam Byrd

LaVega High School Rm# 312

Email: chool Phone: (254) 799-4951 ext. 6843

Conference and Tutorials:

Conference: Period 1

Course Description:

Principles of Education and Training designed to introduce learners to the various careers available within the education and training career cluster. Students use self-knowledge and educational and career information to analyze various careers within the education and training career cluster. Students will also gain an understanding of the basic knowledge and skills essential to careers within the education and training career cluster. Students will develop a graduation plan that leads to a specific career choice in the student's interest area.

Scope and Sequence:

During this course the students will:

  1. Complete career investigation within the Education and Training Career Cluster
  2. Understand societal impacts within the Education and Training Career Cluster
  3. Explore careers in Administration and Administrative Support
  4. Explore careers in Professional Support Services
  5. Explore careers in Teaching and Training
  6. Investigate career opportunities within the Education and Training Career Cluster
  7. Explore options in Education and Career Planning

Course Resources:

Materials:

•A Computer or an electronic device is required on a daily basis for class.

•Computers are provided and in the class room

•Course Folder- provided by teacher.

•Paper and Pen/Pencil

•Extra materials may be required for class projects.

Grading Standards and Methods:

Each six-week average will be comprised of the following:

•Daily Grades: 50% oDaily Activities, Daily Journals, Projects, and Classroom Activities

•Test Grades: 50% oQuizzes, Test, and Major Projects

•Points will be deducted for all late work and students will be informed of this with each assignment.

When a student is absent he or she will have the number of days missed plus one to make up work. It will be the responsibility of the student to find out what make up work needs to be completed upon returning to school.

Teaching and Learning Strategies:

Teaching strategies and learning strategies will include (but not limited to) whole class instruction, small group instruction, peer teaching, group projects, independent research projects, news article readings, and class discussions.

Computers:

Classroom Expectations:

  • Be Prompt
  • Be Prepared
  • Be Positive
  • Be Productive
  • Be Polite

Beginning Class Procedures:

•Pick up your laptop

•Begin working on Bell Ringer

•Log in to computer and be ready to begin

Contacting the Teacher:

I look forward to having you in my class for the 2017-2018 school year. This year will be full of fun, challenges, and lots of hard work. I am here to coach and support your child. If you ever have any concerns please contact me immediately, the best form of contact is e-mail.

Thank you,

Adam Byrd

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