Drivers Ed/Health (048)
1/2 credit -semester long
08151A000 Drivers Ed / 08051A000 Health
Prerequisite: Must be 15 years old by January 31st and passed a combination of eight (8) classes during the previous two (2) semesters.
This class consists of nine (9) weeks of classroom driver education, and nine (9) weeks of health instruction.
Health classroom instruction will include such topics as nutrition, healthful lifestyles, and human sexuality. Evaluation will be based on classroom assignments, quizzes, tests, and class participation.
Drivers Education classroom phase will be a mandatory 30 hours of instruction. The students will establish and promote essential attitudes, fundamental skills, map reading, basic car maintenance, and a sound understanding of the rules and laws necessary for safe driving. During these 30 hours of classroom, the student will receive an “Instruction Permit” ($20 fee to Secretary of State). The students will demonstrate an understanding for the laws of the “Instruction permit phase” through the “Graduated Licensing phase.” After passing the classroom section of driver’s education, the student will then be required to drive 6 hours of “behind the wheel” instruction to receive a class D license.
Consumer Education/Practical Math (783)
1/2 credit -semester long
22210A000 Consumer Ed / 02999A000 Practical Math
The objective of consumer education is to prepare students to be independent, self-sufficient adults in American Society. It is an integrated study of consumerism and personal resource management. Classroom instruction will include such topics as housing choices for adult living, employability skills, and money. Evaluation will be based on classroom assignments, quizzes, tests, and class participation. Practical math is designed to review and extend student knowledge on topics such as percentages, proportions, perimeter, area, and volume along with the practical applications of these topics. Evaluation will be based on classroom assignments, quizzes, tests, and class participation.
*Taste of Teaching (066)
1/2 credit - per class per semester
22998A000
This class places students with serious career interests in childcare and/or teaching in community learning positions with mentors who are experts in the field. The class is individually structured to meet the unique career and learning needs of each student. Students are selected from criteria based on attendance, grades, and good discipline reports. Evaluation will be based on observational skills, projects, and written assignments. Students applying for this class must have a minimum 2.00 GPA. All applications and GPA requirements will be reviewed by the program coordinator and Guidance Office. Students participating during the fall semester must pass all classes in order to participate in the spring semester.
*Taste of Teaching (066)
1/2 credit - per class per semester
22998A000
This class places students with serious career interests in childcare and/or teaching in community learning positions with mentors who are experts in the field. The class is individually structured to meet the unique career and learning needs of each student. Students are selected from criteria based on attendance, grades, and good discipline reports. Evaluation will be based on observational skills, projects, and written assignments. Students applying for this class must have a minimum 2.00 GPA. All applications and GPA requirements will be reviewed by the program coordinator and Guidance Office. Students participating during the fall semester must pass all classes in order to participate in the spring semester.
Work-Based Learning (967/968)
1/2 credit - per class per semester
2204A001
Work-based learning (WBL) provides students with the opportunity to engage and interact with industry professionals while learning to demonstrate essential employability and technical skills necessary for today’s workforce. Students have the opportunity to connect what they learn in school with worksite application, enabling a smooth transition into work force and/or education beyond high school. WBL activities culminate in an assessment and recognition of acquired knowledge and skills.
Certified Nursing Assistant (490)
1 credit - year long
14051A001
This course is taken at the Lewis and Clark Community College Macoupin County center and meets every day from 7:30 am - 9:30 am for an entire semester. It is a fast paced course and requires dedication to succeed. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to test for competency as a Certified Nursing Assistant. For more detailed course descriptions, visit http://catalog.lc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=16&poid=3721&returnto=1342 .
Education Methodology (060/061)
1 credit - classroom 1 credit - observation
19152A001 19151A001
This exciting, interactive year-long program is designed for students who are seriously considering a career in education or who wish to explore education as a potential career option. The class, which is scheduled every day, blends in-person coursework with on-site field experience where students are placed in the classroom of a certified teacher. Two courses comprise this dual credit program. Educational Methods (EDUC 230), which meets during the fall semester, introduces students to the day-to-day experiences, roles, and expectations of a professional educator. Students get hands-on experience working directly with young students in an assigned classroom and observing first-hand the relevancy of the course content as it applies to teaching and learning. Topics covered include Why Teach, Teachers as Professionals, Building Relationships, Classroom Management, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion, and Skills for Effective Teaching. Students will continue their educational journey during the spring semester with Foundations of American Education (EDUC 231). Alongside their clinical experience, students will deepen their understanding of the field through consideration of the history and philosophy of American education as well as the expectations and beliefs society and individuals hold for it today. Additional topics include Trends and Issues in Curriculum, Effective Instruction, Philosophies of Education, Education and Technology, Legal Issues, and Careers in Education. Grades are based on a variety of assessments, including weekly observation journals, discussion boards, article reflections, teaching projects, presentations, tests, and group discussions. Students must earn a C or better and successfully complete at least 25 hours of field experience each semester in order to earn dual credit.