Exploring Life Skills
Course Syllabus
by Carol Braun
August 17, 2005
EXPLORING LIFE SKILLS
Course Syllabus
1st Semester, 2005-2006
Reason for this course: The purpose of this course is to introduce, in a brief period of time, all jr. hi. students to the area of family and consumer science, not only to assist them in planning future high school courses, but to help the student in identifying career &/or personal interests in this area. The primary focus will be on learning the life skills necessary to become successful, particularly in relationships formed with others.
Resource text used: Exploring Life Skills, EMC / Paradigm Publishing
Student Provided Materials (needed for class EVERY DAY):
a spiral notebook OR 3 ring binder with notebook paper (that will be used for this course ONLY)
something to write with - pen or pencil
Course Outline
Unit I - Getting Along With Others (1st 4-5 weeks of the semester)
Chp. 9 Defining relationships
Learning to appreciate differences
Stereotypes and their effect on relationships
Chp. 12 Learning to communicate effectively
Sending I-messages
Active listening
Conflict resolution
***The following units are options for the remaining part of the semester. Class members will decide during the first week of class, which units will be studied, and in what order.
Choosing and Preparing Good Food (approx. 6-7 weeks)
Chp. 20-25 Using the Food Pyramid to select healthy foods
Identify the six nutrient groups and why they’re needed
Looking at fitness - how exercise & diet work together
Learning to read and use recipes
Preparing a variety of food items
Hospitality and entertaining guests
Basic Sewing Skills (approx. 3-4 weeks)
Chp. 29 Learning basic repair techniques - sewing on buttons, fixing hems, seams, etc.
Choosing appropriate equipment to sew
Learning to operate a sewing machine safely
Constructing a simple pillow
Child Development (approx. 3-4 wks)
Chp. 13 Learning how children grow and develop - from conception through adolescence
Choosing “tools” (toys) to help them learn
Chp. 14 Learning how to care for children
Choosing A Career Path (approx. 2-3 wks)
Chp. 8 & pgs. 244-253, 320-327, 428-435, 508-513, 560-566
Choosing a career that’s right for you
Steps to your first job
Writing a resume’ and a job application
Interviewing skills
Work ethics
Looking Your Best (approx. 1-2 wks)
Chp. 26 Cleanliness and skin care
Hair style and care
Good grooming guidelines - hands, feet, teeth, & posture
Chp. 27 Choosing clothing that compliments you
Clothing design elements and how to make them work for you
Opposite Sex Relationships (approx. 2-3 wks)
Chp. 11 Maintaining healthy, positive friendships with members of the opposite sex
Dating
Love development
Getting Along with the Elderly (approx. 1-2 wks)
Chp. 15 Understanding the needs elderly people commonly have
Looking at the changing roles/activities of elderly people
Develop skills needed to assist and enhance lives of elderly people
Additional units that may be added include: money management, home care & design, or other student selected courses related to this area.
Exploring Life Skills
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